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Lobbying Disclosure: Friedman Properties Zoning Request

Original title: JOHN J GEORGE for FRIEDMAN PROPERTIES @ PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT (2015-10-01)

October 1, 2015

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The Frame

What this does

This disclosure identifies the representative and the specific department involved in a request to change land-use rules for a property development project in Chicago.

Who is mentioned in the record

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

Friedman Properties

The company is seeking a formal change to zoning regulations for their development project.

Chicago Department of Planning and Development

The department is responsible for reviewing and processing the requested amendment.

What changed

Last recorded activity October 1, 2015.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

John J. George registered as a lobbyist on behalf of Friedman Properties to seek a zoning amendment from the Chicago Department of Planning and Development.

Key Facts

  • John J. George is the registered lobbyist for Friedman Properties.
  • The lobbying activity is directed at the Chicago Department of Planning and Development.
  • The specific action sought is an amendment to a Planned Development.
  • The lobbying period covers October 1, 2015, through December 31, 2015.

Why It Matters

This disclosure identifies the representative and the specific department involved in a request to change land-use rules for a property development project in Chicago.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'Planned Development' amendment?
It is a request to change the specific zoning or land-use requirements previously approved for a particular development site.
What does this document mean for the public?
It provides transparency regarding which private entities are attempting to influence city planning decisions and who is representing them.

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Lobbying Activity

JOHN J GEORGE

on behalf of FRIEDMAN PROPERTIES

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Discoveries

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policy shift90% confidence

Zoning Amendment Request

The document confirms a specific effort to alter existing land-use agreements within the Chicago planning framework.

Connected Entities

Sources

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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