Contact Us Phone: 773-628-7874 Email: Ward30@cityofchicago.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alderwomancruz Instagram: @alderwomancruz 5418-A West Belmont Avenue Chicago, IL 60641 (click for Google Maps ) Office Hours: Monday 9-7 Tuesday 9-5 Wednesday 9-4 Thursday 9-5 Friday 9-3 Ward Night: Monday 5-7 (except holidays) Weekend Ward: 2nd Saturday of the month: 9-1

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) - basement and attic apartments, granny flats, and coach houses - are permitted throughout Chicago beginning April 1. Visit the City's dedicated ADU webpage for the most up-to-date information about ADU policies and procedures. ADUs will be permitted in all residential multifamily zones and most business and commercial zoning districts in the City. In the 30th Ward, single-family districts will allow ADUs, except in precincts 1, 4, 9, and 21. ADUs in single-family districts in the ward will be subject to the following restrictions: Properties must be owner-occupied at the time of application. Only a certain number of ADUs will be permitted per block face (i.e., the street side of properties) per year: 1 permit in RS-1 districts, 2 permits in RS-2 districts, and 3 permits in RS-3 districts. In addition, coach houses in any zoning district will have to be constructed or renovated by contractors who participate in an apprenticeship program registered with the US Department of Labor.

Plans Plans Covering the 30th Ward Avondale Neighborhood Plan Belmont Triangle Chicago's Northwest Region Commercial Corridor Analysis Cicero Avenue Land Use Study Irving Park Road Study Plans Covering Nearby Areas and the City Nearby Areas Hermosa and Logan Square West Quality-of-Life Plan (PDF) Our Grand Vision - Grand Avenue Corridor Plan Six Corners Economic Development Master Plan Citywide Chicago Sustainable Industries Sustainable Development Policy

Resources to know Explore different resources available: Business Resources Know Your Rights Senior Resources Community Organizations Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy (CAPS) Homeowners

Participatory Budgeting View the winning locations of the 30th Ward 2025-26 Participatory Budget Vote! Participatory budgeting (PB) is an innovative democratic process that allows community members to directly decide how to allocate public funds. Alderwoman Cruz has decided to use PB for three reasons: Community Involvement: 30th Ward residents propose and vote on projects, ensuring that funding addresses local priorities. Transparency: PB allows greater transparency and accountability in how public funds are spent. Empowerment: By providing neighbors a say in budget decisions, PB empowers communities and strengthens civic engagement. Funding for participatory budgeting projects come from the ward's annual "menu" money, which is the $1.5 million provided annually in the City budget to each ward, whose alderperson can decide how to spend this money on infrastructure projects. Funds can only be used for capital projects, not operating costs. Examples include street repaving, lighting, pedestrian safety projects, and sidewalk repairs.

Know Your Rights Everyone is protected by fundamental rights under the U.S. Constitution and civil rights laws regardless of status. Learn more here about your rights, how to assert them, and what steps to take if they are violated. Please feel free to share resources with individuals who you think can benefit. City of Chicago - Office of Immigrant, Migrant, and Refugee – Know Your Rights and Resources Illinois Immigration Information Hub for KYR information, legal support services, FAQs, and more What to do if ICE detains you (Spanish Video) Undocumented Student Services

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Community Organizations Szkoły publiczne w Chicago Szkoła podstawowa Belmont Cragin Szkoła średnia Chicago Academy Szkoła podstawowa Disney II Szkoła podstawowa im. Williama P. Gary'ego Szkoła podstawowa im. Federico Garcii Lorki Marvin C amras Inżynieria dziecięca Szkoła Mary Lyons Szkoła Franka W. Reilly'ego Szkoła Petera A. Reinberga Szkoła Johna Y Scammona Szkoła średnia Schurz Przygotowanie do college'u Steinmetz Szkoły publiczne w Chicago Szkoły publiczne w Chicago Onward Neighborhood House - 773-622-3215 5413 W. Diversey Ave. Onward House supports families through food assistance, early childhood education, and accessible English and computer classes. Irving Park Community Food PantryIrving Park Community Food Pantry - (773) 283-6296 4256 N Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL 60618 Greater Chicago Food Depository Food pantry - 773-843-5416 https://www.chicagosfoodbank.org/ Portage Cragin Counseling Center - Lutheran Social Services of Illinois 833-610-5774 and select option 3 email: hometeam@lssi.org St John's Episcopal Church - (773) 725-9026 3857 N Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL 60641 Liberty Christian Center- (773) 545-2109 5447 W Addison St Thursday from 10am-2pm on a first come first serve basis. No questions asked, no sign up. Szkoły publiczne w Chicago Szkoła podstawowa Belmont Cragin Szkoła średnia Chicago Academy Szkoła podstawowa Disney II Szkoła podstawowa im. Williama P. Gary'ego Szkoła podstawowa im. Federico Garcii Lorki Marvin C amras Inżynieria dziecięca Szkoła Mary Lyons Szkoła Franka W. Reilly'ego Szkoła Petera A. Reinberga Szkoła Johna Y Scammona Szkoła średnia Schurz Przygotowanie do college'u Steinmetz

City Services The City of Chicago offers many services to its residents. On this page, you will find information and links for some of the most common requests. City Service Request - 311 Request city services including: Rodent baiting Potholes Street light out Graffiti removal Animals Garbage and recycling Block Party Form Block parties are a great way to get to know your neighbors, enjoy time outdoors, and build community. Fill out the form and return it to the alderman's office at least 2 weeks prior to event. Business Licenses Starting your own business? Click here to learn more about city licensing and requirements. Lead Service Line Replacment Learn more about the issue of lead water service lines in Chicago and request a test kit. More info Request a water testing kit Garage/Yard/Apartment Sale Forms Want to have a garage or yard sale? Fill out this form and send it to us. You can have a garage, yard, or apartment sale 3 days in a row. English form Spanish form Jumping Jack Application Hosting a block party in summer 2026? Apply for the City's free bouncy house rental. Applications will open April 15 at 8:00 am and are first-come, first-serve. Permit Parking Learn more about residential parking permit zones and view a map of zones in the 30th Ward. More info 30th Ward parking zone map Contact our office if you are interested in zoned parking for your block. Shared Cost Sidewalk Program The Shared Cost Sidewalk Program is an extremely popular voluntary program in which property owners share the cost of sidewalk repair with the City. Thousands of Chicagoans have been a part of this popular program, taking advantage of the low cost, exceptional value, and ease of participation. More info

Parks Chopin Park 3420 N Long Ave Park-View Playlot Park 3823 W School St Riis Park 4100 W Fullerton Ave Kilbourn Park 3501 N Kilbourn Ave Parsons (Lucy) Park 4712 W Belmont Ave

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Zoning, Planning, & Development 30th Ward Zoning Process The 30th Ward follows a zoning and development approval process that puts community input at its center. Intake Forms Are you a developer, zoning attorney, or property owner seeking a zoning change or proposing a development in the 30th Ward? Start here by completing our Zoning Intake Form. Community Zoning Committee Learn more about the group that helps Alderwoman Cruz review development proposals in the 30th Ward. Accessory Dwelling Units Beginning April 1, accessory dwelling units are legal throughout the city, including the 30th Ward - with some conditions. Learn more here. Plans Find information about current and past community planning efforts covering the 30th Ward and nearby areas. Resources