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Joseph Miscimarra
Joseph Miscimarra is a proponent of additional dwelling units, such as coach houses and granny flats. He supports a Chicago ...
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Amendment would allow Illinoisans to recall state leaders, local politicians
A new proposal would let Illinoisans recall state lawmakers and local politicians through petitions. State Rep. Dan Ugaste, R ...
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Chicago’s hidden housing solution: How additional dwelling unit expansion can make city more affordable
In 2023, one in every three Los Angeles housing permits was for an additional dwelling unit. Since the start of its ordinance, the city has issued nearly 27,000 of these permits. 39 Chicago could ...
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Chicago’s granny flat policies halt affordable housing, discriminate against South, West sides
The Illinois Policy Institute found only 6.5% of permits for new additional dwelling units have been granted in the West, South and Southeast zones since 2020 CHICAGO (Jan. 23, 2025) – Since ...
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3 ways to balance Chicago’s next budget without tax hikes
While Johnson stated 70% of Chicago’s 2025 budget will rely on structural solutions to generate steady revenue to cover future gaps, his math doesn’t add up. The city will make $154.5 million ...