48th Ward Blog
Welcome to the 48th ward blog! Here you will find information about ways to get involved in the community, current Development information, Press Releases from our office, and Ward Night recaps, among other things.
For events in the 48th ward, please see our Events Calendar.

Redefine the Drive
Read the opinion piece from northside alders that was published in the Chicago Tribune.

Construction Updates: July 3, 2024
Sidewalk repairs, resurfacing, and alley updates

Construction Updates: June 26, 2024
Clark Street Streetscape Updates

Construction Updates: June 20, 2024
Wayne alley updates, Argyle resurfacing, DLSD resurfacing

6200 N Broadway: Zoning Change Request Decision
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth has decided not to support the zoning change request for 6200 N Broadway.

Meet the 2023-24 Zoning Advisory Council
Meet the current members of the 48th Ward Zoning Advisory Council

Construction Updates: June 12, 2024
Street resurfacing on DSLD and Argyle

Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth Co-Sponsors Additional Dwelling Unit Expansion Ordinance
Read about the proposed expansion to the 2020 ADU Ordinance.

Construction Updates: June 5, 2024
Street resurfacing on DSLD and neighborhood roads

Development Feedback Opportunity: 1068 W Berwyn
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 1068 W Berwyn

Development Feedback Opportunity: 5830 N Broadway
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 5830 N Broadway

Construction Updates: May 30, 2024
Resurfacing, sidewalks, and alley aprons.

Construction Updates: May 22, 2024
resurfacing, sidewalks, alley aprons, curbs & gutters

Construction Updates: May 16, 2024
resurfacing, sidewalks, alley aprons, curbs & gutters

Development Feedback Opportunity: 4920 N Sheridan
Give feedback on the zoning change request for 4920 N Sheridan

Construction Updates: May 8, 2024
be advised of upcoming construction in the ward

5221 N Broadway (Sploot): Zoning Change Request Decision
Notice of Zoning Change Request decision for 5221 N Broadway.

5920 N Ridge (The Mabel): Zoning Change Request Decision
Read about Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth’s meeting with the developers at 5920 N Ridge

Construction Updates: May 1, 2024
be advised of upcoming construction in the ward

5356 N Sheridan (Wing Hoe) Demolition Update
The property, which has posed a hazard, is being demolished.