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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


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City Council strikes down proposed moratorium on accessory dwelling units

September 14, 2021

City Council struck down a proposed six-month moratorium on the construction of non-landlord-occupied internal accessory dwelling units Monday. ADUs are defined as small living units situated within...

Jessica Wingader, the city’s grants and compliance specialist, called for the city to lead through a racial equity lens as it combats a growing housing crisis.

City staff discuss combating rise in housing insecurity as pandemic persists

January 20, 2021

With 327 residents experiencing homelessness living in non-congregate and congregate shelters between March and December 2020, city officials say they expect housing insecurity to only increase as the...

City manager Wally Bobkiewicz at a meeting. Bobkiewicz said alderman will discuss affordable housing at Monday’s City Council meeting.

Aldermen to review landlord assistance program at City Council

January 28, 2018

A pilot program to provide financial assistance for landlords to repair and improve low-income rental units will headline the affordable housing discussion at a special City Council meeting on Monday. The...

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