Northwest working-class

31st Ward — Investor Permit & Policy Guide

Alderman: Felix Cardona Jr.. Covers Belmont Cragin, Hermosa, Logan Square.

Overview

The 31st Ward is characterized by northwest working-class. Alderman Felix Cardona Jr. represents the ward, and the ward includes parts of the following community areas: Belmont Cragin, Hermosa, Logan Square.

Permit posture for investor projects

Active

What this means in practice

Strong rental demand. Spanish-speaking property management essential.

Common investor project types in the 31st Ward

  • multi-unit BRRRR
  • 2-flat value-add

Community areas in the 31st Ward

31st Ward touches the following Chicago community areas:

31st Ward FAQ

Which neighborhoods are in Chicago's 31st Ward?

31st Ward covers Belmont Cragin, Hermosa, Logan Square. Note that ward boundaries don't align exactly with community area boundaries — most community areas span multiple wards.

Who is the alderman for the 31st Ward?

Felix Cardona Jr. is the current alderman for the 31st Ward.

What's the permit posture in the 31st Ward?

Active

What investor projects are most common in the 31st Ward?

Common investor project types in the 31st Ward include multi-unit BRRRR, 2-flat value-add.

Does the 31st Ward have a deconversion ordinance position?

The 31st 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.

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