Overview
The 49th Ward is characterized by far north diverse lakefront. Alderman Maria Hadden represents the ward, and the ward includes parts of the following community areas: Rogers Park, West Ridge.
Permit posture for investor projects
Pro-housing density; multi-unit preservation
What this means in practice
Pro-density orientation. Loyola student market and lakefront access support demand.
Common investor project types in the 49th Ward
- multi-unit BRRRR
- courtyard walkup BRRRR
Community areas in the 49th Ward
49th Ward touches the following Chicago community areas:
49th Ward FAQ
49th Ward covers Rogers Park, West Ridge. Note that ward boundaries don't align exactly with community area boundaries — most community areas span multiple wards.
Maria Hadden is the current alderman for the 49th Ward.
Pro-housing density; multi-unit preservation
Common investor project types in the 49th Ward include multi-unit BRRRR, courtyard walkup BRRRR.
The 49th 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.