Chicago’s Special Service Areas (SSAs) are local business improvement districts that use a special property tax levy to fund enhanced services in designated commercial areas​. There are more than 50 active SSAs across Chicago, covering many major shopping and dining corridors​. Each SSA is governed by a commission of local property owners, business owners, and…

​West Town, which includes Bucktown and Wicker Park, is a vibrant neighborhood in Chicago that is experiencing a surge in real estate developments as of March 2025. These projects, characterized by mixed-use designs, aim to blend residential, commercial, and recreational spaces, reflecting broader urban planning trends observed in other cities and presenting exciting opportunities for…