The Zoning Board of Appeals reviews land use issues that pertain to the Chicago Zoning Ordinance, including proposed variations from the zoning code, special uses that require review to determine compatibility with adjacent properties, and appeals of decisions made by the Zoning Administrator. Established in 1923, the board has five members that are appointed by the Mayor with City Council consent. Staff services are provided by the Zoning Ordinance Administration Division of the Department of Planning and Development.

Meetings are held on the third Friday of every month, usually at City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle St., in City Council Chamber. Meetings held in the Council Chamber, Room 201-A and Room 1003 will be available to watch online via livestream.

Please note that an application is not filed with the Zoning Board of Appeals unless and until Zoning Board of Appeals staff is in receipt of a hard copy application and Zoning Board of Appeals staff has assigned the application an intake number.

Members

Appointed 

• Brian Sanchez, Chairman
• Angela Brooks
• Zurich Esposito
• Sam Toia

NOTE: The September 15, 2023 meeting will be an IN-PERSON meeting. Watch online via livestream, however, there will be NO remote participation. Anyone wishing to participate in the meeting must be physically present at City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle Street, 2nd Floor, City Council Chambers.

Please also note that testimony forms and exhibits will no longer be accepted via email. All witnesses must be present and physically sign in on the day of the hearing. Any exhibits should be submitted to the Board while the matter is being heard, exhibits should not be submitted prior to the hearing.

2023 Meeting Schedule

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