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Lobbying Disclosure: Koval, Inc. Zoning Request

Original title: THOMAS S MOORE for PRINCE, MICHAEL @ ZONING COMMITTEE (2019-07-01)

July 1, 2019

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The Frame

What this does

This filing identifies that a private entity is seeking a formal change to land-use regulations in Chicago, which could alter permitted building types or density in a specific area.

Who is mentioned in the record

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

Koval, Inc.

The company is seeking a change to land-use regulations that currently apply to their property or interest.

Chicago residents

Residents in the vicinity of the property subject to the zoning request may see changes in permitted land use or development density.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 1, 2019.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Lobbyist Thomas S. Moore is representing Koval, Inc. in an effort to change a zoning map designation before the Chicago Planning Commission.

Key Facts

  • Thomas S. Moore is the registered lobbyist for Koval, Inc.
  • The lobbying activity is directed at the Chicago Planning Commission.
  • The specific action sought is a zoning map amendment.
  • The lobbying period covered by this disclosure is July 1, 2019, to September 30, 2019.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a zoning map amendment?
It is a formal request to change the legal zoning classification of a specific piece of land, which dictates what can be built on that property.
What does the Planning Commission do?
The Planning Commission reviews and makes recommendations on land use, development projects, and zoning changes within the city.

Why It Matters

This filing identifies that a private entity is seeking a formal change to land-use regulations in Chicago, which could alter permitted building types or density in a specific area.

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Lobbying Activity

THOMAS S MOORE

on behalf of PRINCE, MICHAEL

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Discoveries

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policy shift90% confidence

Zoning Amendment Request

The document confirms a specific effort to alter land-use policy via the Planning Commission during Q3 2019.

Connected Entities

organizationKoval, Inc.The company seeking the zoning map amendment.Map →
organizationPlanning CommissionThe Chicago government body responsible for reviewing zoning changes.Map →
personThomas S. MooreThe individual registered to lobby on behalf of the client.Map →
locationChicago, ILThe jurisdiction where the lobbying activity is taking place.Map →

Sources

Open source document

data.cityofchicago.org

Analysis Score

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  • Significance40
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  • Controversy20
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  • Entertainment5
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  • Buzz10
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