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Lobbying Disclosure: Code Capital Development Project

Original title: STEVEN D FRIEDLAND for CODE CAPITAL @ PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT (2019-04-01)

April 1, 2019

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The Frame

What this does

This disclosure identifies the professional representation hired to influence city zoning and development approvals for specific properties on West Pershing Road between April and June 2019.

Who is mentioned in the record

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

Code Capital

The company is seeking specific zoning approvals for their property holdings.

Residents near 2139 and 2159 W. Pershing

The proposed 'Planned Development' may change land use, density, or building requirements in their immediate neighborhood.

What changed

Last recorded activity April 1, 2019.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Lobbyist Steven D. Friedland is representing Code Capital to influence administrative and legislative decisions regarding a at 2139 and 2159 W. Pershing in Chicago.

Key Facts

  • Lobbyist Steven D. Friedland was retained by Code Capital.
  • The lobbying activity covers the period from April 1, 2019, to June 30, 2019.
  • The lobbying targets the Chicago Department of Planning and Development.
  • The scope of lobbying includes both administrative and legislative actions.
  • The objective is to secure a 'Planned Development' designation for properties located at 2139 and 2159 W. Pershing.

Why It Matters

This disclosure identifies the professional representation hired to influence city zoning and development approvals for specific properties on West Pershing Road between April and June 2019.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'Planned Development'?
In Chicago, a is a zoning designation that allows for a customized set of rules for a specific site, often used for large or complex projects that do not fit standard zoning categories.
What does it mean that the lobbyist is seeking 'both administrative and legislative' action?
It means the lobbyist is working with city staff on permit or process approvals (administrative) and potentially working with the City Council on zoning changes or ordinances (legislative).

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Lobbying Activity

STEVEN D FRIEDLAND

on behalf of CODE CAPITAL

Senate LDAView filing →

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Discoveries

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policy shift90% confidence

Targeted Zoning Strategy

The filing indicates a dual-track approach (administrative and legislative) to secure zoning changes, which is common for complex urban redevelopment projects.

Connected Entities

Sources

Open source document

data.cityofchicago.org

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  • Controversy20
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