The 49th Ward offers a wide mix of housing opportunities, from studio units to multi-bedroom apartments to condos to single-family homes. In addition, a number of federal, state, and local agencies provide affordable, subsidized housing to families and seniors most in need. The diversity of the housing stock reflects the diversity of Ward 49’s population, and Alderman Moore has consistently worked to ensure that housing is available to those who wish to live in this community.
Sometimes, of course, there are issues surrounding housing. Landlords have problem tenants, tenants have unfair landlords, first-time homeowners find themselves facing foreclosure, or an out-of-work parent can’t afford decent housing for her family. In some cases, the Alderman and his staff directly intervene and assist with the problem, working one-on-one with the landlord or the tenant, including following cases through housing court. In other cases, the resources below are a good place to start.
During his terms, Alderman Moore has played an integral part in the development and turnaround of a number of problematic residential and commercial sites into well-run, attractive housing units. A few recent examples include:
1528-30 W. Morse Avenue This mid-rise building became the first building citywide to be closed under the Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy Program. It was redeveloped by the Rogers Park Community Development Corporation and provides residential units for low to moderate income seniors and houses the Rogers Park Community Council.
Lakeview Pointe Townhomes Fifty-seven units of luxury 2, 3 and 4-bedroom residences were constructed at the site of the former Shell gas station where Sheridan Road meets the City of Evanston at Lake Michigan.
Emerson Point Townhomes A twenty-eight unit townhome development was developed at the former site of a marginal commercial property at the northeast corner of Rogers and Damen Avenues.
The Broadmoor Hotel at 7600 Bosworth, which was a luxury hotel in the 1920’s, was taken over by a new owner in 2007, who renovated the lobby and other common areas, replaced the old steam boiler system, and refurbished the rental units.
“Reside at Morse” along with 1345 Lunt was formerly an apartment complex with both structural and tenant problems until it was completed cleared and renovated in 2008. It now offers attractive market-rate apartments just next to the Morse Red Line stop.
RESOURCES
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Rogers Park Community Council (RPCC) improves the quality of life in our neighborhood by focusing on youth, seniors, housing, immigrants, and refugees. For assistance with housing issues, contact Faye Walker at 773-338-7722 x26
Metropolitan Tenants Organization (MTO) is dedicated to safe, decent affordable housing for all. Services include a tenants rights hotline at 773-292-4988, M-F, 1-5 pm.
Lawyers Committee For Better Housing (LCBH) promotes the availability of and access to housing and supports low and moderate-income households through legal representation, individual and public advocacy, and education.
Rogers Park Builders Group (RPBG) encourages and supports responsible residential and commercial property investment, development, and ownership in the Rogers Park community.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Good News Partners – focuses on housing, education and economic development. And offers affordable housing in the Rogers Park area, including single room occupancy, rental apartments, and co-operative housing. Housing Opportunities for Women (HOW) - offers affordable, supportive housing to help the growing number of homeless families while providing them with the support services needed to empower them toward lifelong self-sufficiency.
Illinois Housing Development Authority (IDHA) – is the state's primary housing finance agency. It offers a wide range of information and resources to help find affordable rental housing and assist first-time homebuyers; it also oversees the administration of properties for low-income renters.
Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance - Click here to download the pamphlet copy of the City of Chicago's ordinance.
765ILCS605Notice.pdf (85 KB)- Click here to download an excerpt from the State of Illinois Compiled Statutes that addresses the notice requirements for a landlord and the rights of tenants when a building is converted from rental to condominium use.
