B1-2
Neighborhood Shopping District
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois
Designed for a broad range of small-scale retail and service uses, often embedded in residential neighborhoods. Setbacks are generally not required unless abutting a residential district.
38 ft
Max Building Height
2.2
Floor Area Ratio
1,000 sqft
Minimum Lot Size
Development Standards
| Max Building Height | 38 ft |
| Floor Area Ratio | 2.2 |
| Minimum Lot Size | 1,000 sqft |
Parking
Typically ranges from 2.5 to 5 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area, varying by B classification and store size.
Chicago Location
Permitted Uses
3 uses permitted in B1-2
| Use | Category |
|---|---|
| Retail storefronts | Commercial |
| Service establishments | Commercial |
| Artist Live/Work Space (above ground floor) | Mixed-Use |
No permitted uses match your search.
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