Overview
The 28th Ward is characterized by west side mixed redevelopment. Alderman Jason Ervin represents the ward, and the ward includes parts of the following community areas: East Garfield Park, West Garfield Park, North Lawndale, Austin, West Town.
Permit posture for investor projects
Active
What this means in practice
Long tenure. Strong process knowledge. UCMC corridor activity on eastern edge.
Common investor project types in the 28th Ward
- greystone restoration
- Section 8 multi-unit BRRRR
Community areas in the 28th Ward
28th Ward touches the following Chicago community areas:
28th Ward FAQ
28th Ward covers East Garfield Park, West Garfield Park, North Lawndale, Austin, West Town. Note that ward boundaries don't align exactly with community area boundaries — most community areas span multiple wards.
Jason Ervin is the current alderman for the 28th Ward.
Active
Common investor project types in the 28th Ward include greystone restoration, Section 8 multi-unit BRRRR.
The 28th Ward does not have a notably aggressive deconversion policy position. Standard Chicago zoning rules apply.
Ward boundaries and aldermanic representation change with redistricting. Verify current officeholder and policy positions before relying on this information for project planning.