Zoning Map Explorer

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What is Zoning Map Explorer?

Zoning Map Explorer maps the different zoning districts in Chicago, showing where certain kinds of housing and businesses are allowed within any given Place, whether it's a ward, ZIP code, or community area.

At train stations, Zoning Assessment shows the zoning districts within a walk shed – the area within 10 minute walking distance.

Backyard homes & ADUs

Chicago City Council adopted a revised ADU ordinance on December 16, 2020. There are significant changes since the original proposal in May 2020, especially around geographic eligibility.

Read our new FAQ about the adopted ordinance.

What is Chicago Cityscape?

Chicago Cityscape makes neighborhood, property, and construction development data accessible to all.
We serve enterprise, leads gen leaders, property pros, and non-profit organizations, and all residents of Chicago and Cook County. Learn what features are best for you.

Learn about backyard homes & ADUs in Chicago

ADU portal: FAQ, 4-minute video, and designer directory

There are 54 days until May 1, 2021, when the Chicago Dept. of Buildings begins accepting ADU permit applications.

Directory of ADU designers & builders

Read our explainers

Chicago Cityscape makes neighborhood, property, and construction development data accessible to all. Learn what features are best for you.
We serve enterprise, leads gen leaders, property pros, and non-profit organizations, and all residents of Chicago and Cook County.

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