Chicago Council Approves 30-Unit Residential Development by KMW Communities

• The Chicago City Council has approved a 30-unit residential development at 2329 W. Moffat St.
• The five-story project will include six affordable housing units, six parking spaces, and 30 bicycle parking spaces.
• Developed by KMW Communities and designed by Eckenhoff Saunders, the project can now move forward with permitting and construction.

What the Approved Development Includes

The Chicago City Council has approved plans for a new residential building at 2329 W. Moffat St., allowing the redevelopment of a vacant corner lot at the intersection of West Moffat Street and North Winnebago Avenue. Developed by KMW Communities, the project will rise five stories and reach approximately 70 feet in height. The building will deliver 30 residential units without ground-floor retail, replacing an underutilized site with new housing in one of Chicago's growing neighborhoods. Residents will also benefit from six on-site parking spaces accessed from the alley and 30 indoor bicycle parking spaces, reflecting the neighborhood's emphasis on alternative transportation.

What the Residential Building Will Offer

Designed by Eckenhoff Saunders, the development features a mix of four studio apartments, 22 one-bedroom residences, and four two-bedroom units. The main residential entrance will face North Winnebago Avenue, while the ground floor will also include five apartments, bicycle storage, and mechanical space. The upper floors will contain six or seven residences each, with select apartments offering private balconies. Residents will also have access to a shared rooftop deck, providing outdoor space and neighborhood views that enhance the building's amenity package.

What the Affordable Housing Plan Means

As part of Chicago's Affordable Requirements Ordinance, the development will include six affordable housing units, helping expand housing opportunities within the neighborhood while supporting the city's affordability goals. To accommodate the project, the property will be rezoned from RS-3 and RT-4 to a unified B2-3 zoning designation. The zoning change allows the higher-density residential development to move forward while transforming a vacant parcel into productive housing.

What Happens Next

With City Council approval now secured, KMW Communities can begin the permitting process before starting construction. Once completed, the project will add 30 new homes to the neighborhood, replacing a vacant lot with modern housing that includes affordable residences, rooftop amenities, bicycle facilities, and thoughtfully designed living spaces.