Far north diverse

40th Ward — Investor Permit & Policy Guide

Alderman: Andre Vasquez. Covers West Ridge, Lincoln Square, North Park, Albany Park.

Overview

The 40th Ward is characterized by far north diverse. Alderman Andre Vasquez represents the ward, and the ward includes parts of the following community areas: West Ridge, Lincoln Square, North Park, Albany Park, Edgewater.

Permit posture for investor projects

Pro-housing with affordability focus

What this means in practice

Andre Vasquez has been supportive of multi-unit preservation and pro-housing density. Solid process navigator.

Common investor project types in the 40th Ward

  • multi-unit BRRRR
  • vintage condo BRRRR

Community areas in the 40th Ward

40th Ward touches the following Chicago community areas:

40th Ward FAQ

Which neighborhoods are in Chicago's 40th Ward?

40th Ward covers West Ridge, Lincoln Square, North Park, Albany Park, Edgewater. Note that ward boundaries don't align exactly with community area boundaries — most community areas span multiple wards.

Who is the alderman for the 40th Ward?

Andre Vasquez is the current alderman for the 40th Ward.

What's the permit posture in the 40th Ward?

Pro-housing with affordability focus

What investor projects are most common in the 40th Ward?

Common investor project types in the 40th Ward include multi-unit BRRRR, vintage condo BRRRR.

Does the 40th Ward have a deconversion ordinance position?

The 40th 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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