M2-3

Light Industry District

Chicago, Cook County, Illinois

Accommodates moderate-impact manufacturing, wholesaling, warehousing, and distribution uses, including outdoor storage and work-related activities, generally more land-intensive than M1. Setbacks are generally not required, with exceptions for industrial parks and business parks.

3

Floor Area Ratio

Development Standards

Floor Area Ratio 3

Parking

Off-street parking regulations are detailed in Chapter 17-10 of the Zoning Ordinance.

Chicago Location

Permitted Uses

7 uses permitted in M2-3

Use Category
Accessory retail sales Commercial
Car Wash or Cleaning Service Commercial
Distribution activities Industrial
Moderate-impact manufacturing Industrial
Outdoor storage and work-related activities Industrial
Warehousing Industrial
Wholesaling Industrial

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