Established premium gentrified

32nd Ward — Investor Permit & Policy Guide

Alderman: Scott Waguespack. Covers Logan Square, West Town, Near North Side, Lake View.

Overview

The 32nd Ward is characterized by established premium gentrified. Alderman Scott Waguespack represents the ward, and the ward includes parts of the following community areas: Logan Square, West Town, Near North Side, Lake View.

Permit posture for investor projects

Pro-investment with affordability requirements

What this means in practice

Long tenure. Strong process knowledge. Logan Square premium pricing dynamics fully mature in 32nd.

Common investor project types in the 32nd Ward

  • greystone restoration
  • luxury condo

Community areas in the 32nd Ward

32nd Ward touches the following Chicago community areas:

32nd Ward FAQ

Which neighborhoods are in Chicago's 32nd Ward?

32nd Ward covers Logan Square, West Town, Near North Side, Lake View. Note that ward boundaries don't align exactly with community area boundaries — most community areas span multiple wards.

Who is the alderman for the 32nd Ward?

Scott Waguespack is the current alderman for the 32nd Ward.

What's the permit posture in the 32nd Ward?

Pro-investment with affordability requirements

What investor projects are most common in the 32nd Ward?

Common investor project types in the 32nd Ward include greystone restoration, luxury condo.

Does the 32nd Ward have a deconversion ordinance position?

The 32nd 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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