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They offer guidance to enhance neighborhood livability while aligning with Chicago’s zoning, construction codes and review processes. \u003C/p>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dcd/general/housing/ARO_Design_Standards.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Design guidelines for residential units\u003C/a> (PDF) – criteria and guidelines for the review process. \u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dcd/design/gfr_guidelines_adopted.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Ground floor residential on commercial corridors \u003C/a>(PDF) - best practices and design inspiration for ground floor housing along Chicago’s commercial corridors.\u003C/li>\u003C/ul>","residential",{"large":612},{"display":587,"flexDirection":588,"position":589,"flexShrink":590,"boxSizing":591},{"@type":574,"@version":457,"id":614,"meta":615,"component":617,"responsiveStyles":622},"builder-90ebeaebddb84a17a5f34c1c0569d3a6",{"previousId":616},"builder-b8db81d2530f49d3b94e0387a9c49c87",{"name":595,"options":618,"isRSC":584},{"padding":608,"backgroundColor":619,"text":620,"anchorId":621},"bg-gray-100","\u003Ch4>Commercial Design\u003C/h4>\u003Cp>Here are design recommendations to guide commercial development and enhance neighborhood business districts.  \u003C/p>\u003Cp>The links below \u003Cstrong>offer insights for improving existing storefronts, preserving historic character and ensuring new construction complements the surrounding environment. \u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Developed to support vibrant and diverse commercial corridors, the guidelines align with Chicago’s zoning and planning regulations while incorporating community input and citywide design initiatives. \u003C/p>\u003Cp>(Note: All links below open PDF files) \u003C/p>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dcd/design/Commercial_Design_Guidelines_ADOPTED.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Ground floor commercial\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/zlup/Planning_and_Policy/Publications/chatham-design-guidelines.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Chatham\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/zlup/Historic_Preservation/Publications/2017-09-Fulton_District_Design_Guidelines.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Fulton-Randolf Market District \u003C/a>\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/zlup/Planning_and_Policy/Publications/draft-little-village-framework.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Little Village\u003C/a>  \u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/sites/milwaukee-avenue/MASCOD-GuidelinesFinal_Spreads.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Milwaukee Avenue Urban Identity Design Guidelines\u003C/a> - Recommendations to preserve and complement the character and built environment of the Milwaukee Avenue commercial corridor. \u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/zlup/Planning_and_Policy/Publications/north-park-final.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">North Park Commercial Corridors Study\u003C/a> - Design guidelines and planning recommendations to revitalize Bryn Mawr, Foster, and Kedzie Avenues, focusing on community engagement, mixed-use development, and supporting local businesses.\u003C/li>\u003C/ul>","commercial",{"large":623},{"display":587,"flexDirection":588,"position":589,"flexShrink":590,"boxSizing":591},{"@type":574,"@version":457,"id":625,"component":626,"responsiveStyles":638},"builder-3099fe9118d7423ea3057852abc6253e",{"name":627,"options":628,"isRSC":584},"Container 50 50",{"imageAlignment":51,"headline":629,"body":630,"image":631,"button":634},"Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF)","\u003Cp>SBIF reimburses building owners or tenants for eligible upgrades that preserve buildings, enhance neighborhood appeal and support business growth within TIF districts. \u003Cem>Administered by SomerCor in partnership with Chicago's Department of Planning and Development. \u003C/em>\u003C/p>",{"src":632,"alt":633},"https://cdn.builder.io/api/v1/image/assets%2Fe61abde79d954ddab2b6092044c4b5a1%2Ff227205723c1474b8423645ffb197169","Image of the CHicago skyline looking south with a small skyscraper and some greenery in the foreground and a taller larger cluster of various buildings further away. Photo by Eric Allix Rogers.",{"title":635,"label":636,"url":637},"to program details"," SBIF program details (PDF) ","https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dcd/sbif/SBIF_program_rules_2022.pdf",{"large":639},{"display":587,"flexDirection":588,"position":589,"flexShrink":590,"boxSizing":591},{"@type":574,"@version":457,"id":641,"meta":642,"component":643,"responsiveStyles":647},"builder-42b757295bde49709600b29c4cbc61f4",{"previousId":604},{"name":595,"options":644,"isRSC":584},{"padding":608,"backgroundColor":598,"text":645,"anchorId":646},"\u003Ch4>Street Design\u003C/h4>\u003Cp>Chicago’s streets and alleys are evolving to \u003Cstrong>prioritize safety, accessibility and sustainability.\u003C/strong> These guidelines and standards focus on creating greener, more inclusive spaces that support walking, biking, transit and community connection. \u003C/p>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/dam/city/depts/cdot/StreetandSitePlanDesignStandards407.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Street and Site Plan Design Standards\u003C/a> (PDF) - Standards and guidance for developers and agencies to design and review land development and street infrastructure for seamless integration with public streets. \u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/cdot/Streetscape_Design_Guidelines.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Streetscape Guidelines\u003C/a> (PDF) - Guidance for community leaders, public officials, designers and developers to design safer, more accessible streetscapes that enhance neighborhood identity and revitalize Chicago’s commercial areas. \u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/cdot/Complete%20Streets/CompleteStreetsGuidelines.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Complete Streets Chicago\u003C/a> (PDF) - Policies, standards and processes for creating safer, more sustainable streets, building on previous plans like the Bikeway Design Guide and Streets for Cycling. \u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dcd/provdrs/ec_dev/news/2024/september/revised-sign-guidelines-proposed-to-support-downtown-business-vi.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Sign Guidelines\u003C/a> - Updated sign regulations for Michigan Avenue and State/Wabash Avenue.\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/cdot/Sustainable%20Transportation/SUIGv1.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Sustainable Urban Infrastructure\u003C/a> (PDF) - Policies and standards for integrating green infrastructure into Chicago’s public right-of-way to enhance sustainability, addressing issues like stormwater management, energy use, and urban heat. \u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/sites/livable-streets-chicago/pdfs/make-way-for-people/People-Spots-Design-Guidelines.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">People Spots Design Guidelines\u003C/a> (PDF) - Platform size, accessibility, landscaping, and maintenance requirements for seasonal outdoor seating platforms created in parking lanes.  \u003C/li>\u003C/ul>","street",{"large":648},{"display":587,"flexDirection":588,"position":589,"flexShrink":590,"boxSizing":591},{"@type":574,"@version":457,"id":616,"meta":650,"component":651,"responsiveStyles":655},{"previousId":593},{"name":595,"options":652,"isRSC":584},{"padding":608,"backgroundColor":619,"text":653,"anchorId":654},"\u003Ch4>Neighborhood Design\u003C/h4>\u003Cp>DPD’s design guidelines provide specific recommendations to improve development along the city’s commercial corridors, with adaptable guidance tailored to the unique character of neighborhoods, corridors and blocks. \u003C/p>\u003Cp>(Note: All links below open PDF files) \u003C/p>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dcd/design/neighborhood_design_guidelines.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Neighborhood Design\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/zlup/Sustainable_Development/Publications/Calumet_Design_Guidelines_Land_Use/Calumet_Design_Guidelines.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Calumet\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/zlup/Planning_and_Policy/Publications/Chicago_River_Design_Guidelines/chicago_river_design_guidelines_2019.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Chicago River Corridor\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dcd/temp/20171009_WestLoopDesignGuidelines_LowRes.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">West Loop\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dcd/temp/7949_20171009_WestLoopDesignGuidelinesChecklist.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">West Loop Checklist\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\u003C/ul>","neighborhood",{"large":656},{"display":587,"flexDirection":588,"position":589,"flexShrink":590,"boxSizing":591},{"@type":574,"@version":457,"id":658,"meta":659,"component":660,"responsiveStyles":664},"builder-d680a4f50de944d4acc82166cef73ff2",{"previousId":614},{"name":595,"options":661,"isRSC":584},{"padding":608,"backgroundColor":598,"text":662,"anchorId":663},"\u003Ch4>City Planning\u003C/h4>\u003Cp>The city’s urban design plan emphasizes sustainability, efficient transportation and accessible green spaces. These resources integrate environmentally friendly practices, traffic management improvements and expanded public areas to support growth and enhance quality of life. \u003C/p>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/zlup/Sustainable_Development/Publications/Green_Urban_Design/GUD_booklet.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Adding Green to Urban Design\u003C/a> (PDF)\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/zlup/Planning_and_Policy/Publications/Central_Area_Plan_DRAFT/09_Central_Area_Plan_Chapter4_2c.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Traffic Management\u003C/a> (PDF) – Guidelines to management traffic circulation and parking to prevent gridlock \u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/zlup/Planning_and_Policy/Publications/Central_Area_Plan_DRAFT/10_Central_Area_Plan_Chapter4_3a.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Waterfronts and Open Spaces\u003C/a> (PDF) - Guidelines to expand and connect Chicago’s waterfronts and open spaces \u003C/li>\u003C/ul>","city",{"large":665},{"display":587,"flexDirection":588,"position":589,"flexShrink":590,"boxSizing":591},{"@type":574,"@version":457,"id":667,"meta":668,"component":669,"responsiveStyles":680},"builder-d719a02336704dcbb48234b811670726",{"previousId":625},{"name":627,"options":670,"isRSC":584},{"imageAlignment":14,"headline":671,"body":672,"image":673,"button":676},"Looking for more? 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