Housing

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Everyone deserves a safe and secure place to live. Here are some resources below that can help you find housing options in your community.

Property Tax Exemption

lower your property taxes

If you own and live in your primary residence (house, townhome, or condo), you may be eligible for a property tax exemption that can reduce your assessed property value, lowering your total tax bill.

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Spanish Coalition for Housing

home assistance

Assistance first-time home buyers, homeowners, landlords and renters.

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Accessory Dwelling Unit
(ADU) Ordinance

add units to your property

With this ordinance, homeowners can now add a basement, attic, or additional units as long as they abide by the necessary regulations and codes.

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Landlords

resources for landlords

Rights & Rules

Security Deposit Rates

Housing Assistance

Eviction Protection

+ more

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Home and Business
Protection Program (HBPP)

no cost security devices - income based

Through this program, residents and businesses can explore financial assistance and free security equipment like alarm systems, motion-sensor lights, and security cameras.

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Homebuyers

resources for homebuyers

Affordable Housing

Foreclosure Prevention Counseling

Tax Breaks

Neighborhood Homes

+ more

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Rental Assistance Program
(RAP)

financial assistance

The Rental Assistance Program (RAP) provides financial assistance to Chicago residents who are at risk of losing their homes due to unexpected financial hardship. This can include situations like job loss, medical bills, or other emergencies that make it difficult to pay rent.

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Chicago Renting Rights & Responsibilities

know your tenant rights

This document is a summary of the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO). This ordinance outlines the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants in residential properties within Chicago city limits.

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Legal Aid

representation for housing matters

Provides free legal representation in housing court and for other related matters.

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Citywide Affordable Housing Units

Shelters

If you are in need of a shelter, you can:
1. Go to a hospital emergency room
2. Go to a nearby police station
3. Call 3-1-1 for support and services

Food Pantries + Soup Kitchens

St. Procopius Providence of God

soup kitchen

Tuesdays @ 12 PM

1641 S Allport St, Chicago, IL 60608

Free meals for all those in need - you do NOT have to live in the community.

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St. Pius V Parish

soup kitchen + food pantry

Soup Kitchen

Mondays, Friday, and Saturdays

@ 12:30 PM

Food Pantry

Tuesdays from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

2 bags of food per family

*limited supply*

1919 S. Ashland Ave.

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Housing

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Rental Assistance Program (RAP)

financial assistance

Chicago Renting Rights & Responsibilities

know your tenant rights

Legal Aid

representation for housing matters

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Rental Assistance Program
(RAP)