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Lobbying Disclosure: APC Towers Zoning Request

Original title: MARY E GEORGE for APC TOWERS @ ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS (2017-07-01)

July 1, 2017

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The Frame

What this does

This document discloses that APC Towers is seeking a zoning in Chicago, which may impact local land use or infrastructure development.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

APC Towers

The company is seeking a specific zoning variation from the city.

Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals

The board is the regulatory body responsible for reviewing and deciding on the requested zoning variation.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 1, 2017.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Lobbyist Mary E. George has registered to represent APC Towers before the Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals. The filing covers activities occurring between July 1, 2017, and September 30, 2017.

Key Facts

  • Lobbyist Mary E. George is representing APC Towers.
  • The lobbying activity is directed at the Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals.
  • The client is seeking a 'variation' (a zoning exception).
  • The lobbying involves both administrative and legislative actions.
  • The reporting period for this activity is July 1, 2017, through September 30, 2017.

Why It Matters

This document discloses that APC Towers is seeking a zoning in Chicago, which may impact local land use or infrastructure development.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a zoning variation?
A zoning is a request to deviate from standard zoning requirements for a specific property.
What does it mean that the lobbyist is seeking 'both administrative and legislative' action?
It indicates the lobbyist is engaging with both the day-to-day regulatory processes of the board and potential policy or rule-making discussions.

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Lobbying Activity

MARY E GEORGE

on behalf of APC TOWERS

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Discoveries

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policy shift90% confidence

Zoning Variation Request

The filing indicates a specific intent by a telecommunications-related entity to alter zoning standards in Chicago during the Q3 2017 period.

Connected Entities

Sources

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  • Controversy10
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