Oak Park officials deny advisory referendum on ending single family housing zoning
- Posted on July 24, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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In brief
Oak Park's municipal government rejected a citizen-initiated advisory referendum that would have allowed residents to vote on eliminating single-family zoning restrictions. The village board's 5-1 decision prevents a public mandate on zoning policy reforms aimed at increasing housing density and diversity. The vote reflects ongoing tensions between community members seeking housing affordability solutions and municipal leadership regarding residential development strategies.
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Oak Park officials deny advisory referendum on ending single family housing zoning
Oak Park officials voted 5-1 denying an advisory referendum on zoning changes to the village that would eliminate single family zoning.
