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Chicago, Illinois

Last Reviewed
19th Mar 2026
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Zoning Information

  • iconZone Code
  • iconZone Name
  • iconZone type
  • iconZone sub type
  • iconZone guide
  • iconLink
  • iconCity name

Permitted Land Uses

  • iconAs of right

Building Controls

  • iconAssorted
  • iconFar control
  • iconLot control
  • iconMulti control
  • iconDensity control
  • iconCoverage control
  • iconPervious control
  • iconLot width control
  • iconRear setback control
  • iconSide setback control
  • iconFront setback control
  • iconBuilding height control

Parking Requirements

  • iconMultiple
  • iconAccessory
  • iconProfessional Office
  • iconParking Garage or Lot
  • iconStorage and Warehouses
  • iconEating and Drinking Establishments

Planning and Zoning for Chicago, IL

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    What is the Land Use Allocation in Chicago, Illinois?

    The following table illustrates how land is allocated for various uses within Chicago, Illinois as defined by city ordinances.

    Permitted Use Type

    Permitted Use Sub Type

    Percentage

    Area(sq. m)

    Community
    73.89%197084.23
    Transportation facilities and infrastructure9.69%25835.04
    Medical32.18%85828.97
    Public, quasi-public, and government76.38%203705.55
    Schools and universities73.89%197084.23
    Lodging
    0.00%3.29
    Hotel/motel1.09%2918.91
    Bed & breakfast11.13%29687.97
    Short term rental0.00%3.29
    Commercial
    1.18%3137.77
    General commercial1.22%3262.08
    Professional office15.32%40862.95
    Research and laboratory facilities4.42%11795.27
    Automobile related uses13.95%37193.70
    Entertainment18.72%49923.95
    Non-retail sales1.18%3137.77
    Other
    0.59%1567.09
    Multiple28.73%76636.57
    Signage3.45%9193.01
    Accessory73.65%196441.92
    Temporary uses40.97%109267.94
    Uncategorized0.59%1567.09
    Retail
    22.38%59677.46
    Restricted retail7.19%19172.86
    Professional services21.18%56497.60
    Personal services13.95%37212.78
    General retail74.43%198515.92
    Eating and drinking establishments22.38%59677.46
    Parking
    33.16%88444.20
    Parking garage or lot33.16%88444.20
    Industrial
    13.78%36741.23
    Contractors office13.33%35548.98
    Hazardous materials handling or processing9.14%24377.37
    Equipment rental and repair services (excluding automobiles)13.45%35862.83
    Mining, excavation and resource extraction0.02%43.37
    Mills, plants, and other processing facilities13.55%36149.30
    Storage and warehouses22.23%59298.03
    Manufacturing13.85%36946.68
    General industrial13.78%36741.23
    Agriculture
    72.93%194509.63
    Agricultural and hunting72.93%194509.63
    Residential
    52.29%139452.79
    Two family dwelling30.68%81834.43
    Dwellings (unspecified)50.98%135965.89
    Communal housing55.05%146830.01
    Mobile and floating homes0.07%194.62
    Accessory dwelling unit51.76%138039.70
    Multi family dwelling12.67%33784.93
    Single family dwelling52.29%139452.79
    Mechanical
    73.36%195654.76
    Utility structures73.72%196608.77
    Communication towers73.36%195654.76

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