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More Student Housing, Not More Restrictions

6/29/2021

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As unique as it is, Evanston shares a problem with most other university towns--non-student households don't want groups of students living in their neighborhoods. The obvious solution would be to create physically separate housing options for students and non-students.

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It's Time to Update the "Brothel Law"

3/22/2021

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In Evanston, it’s illegal for more than three unrelated adults to live in one house or apartment. The ordinances in the City’s zoning code that impose this restriction are collectively referred to as "the 3-Unrelated Rule," or more interestingly, "the Brothel Law."

Joining Forces for Affordable Housing thanks Alderman Don Wilson for referring the 3-Unrelated Rule to the City’s Plan Commission for possible repeal. As a result of this referral, the Rule was most recently discussed on February 24 at the City's Zoning Committee (a sub-committee of the Plan Commission). The rule is examined every few years and, typically, no change is made and the rule stands. This time, this law should be repealed.

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Updates on January Calls to Action

2/10/2021

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In January, Joining Forces for Affordable Housing made several calls to action. Here is an update on results. Many thanks to those of you who participated!

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Candidate Discussions of Affordable Housing in Evanston

2/8/2021

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improved--and new--housing workshops

12/28/2020

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Read about the content of our workshops on our Workshops page.
​See the schedule for workshops on our Calendar.

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Fact Sheet on Housing Authority Proposal for The Emerson

11/18/2020

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See our Fact Sheet on 51 New Units of Affordable Housing: The Emerson, at 1900 Sherman.

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Letter to City Council Supporting the Emerson

11/18/2020

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November 18, 2020

According to the DePaul University Institute for Housing Studies, there is a shortage of more than 6,900 affordable units in Evanston and Skokie combined. (Click on the link at the bottom of this page to access this data in the Appendix to the study cited.)

Dear City of Evanston Aldermen and Mayor Hagerty:

Members of Joining Forces for Affordable Housing would like to reiterate our support of the The Emerson at 1900 Sherman, up for your vote on Monday, November 23. ​

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here's evanston's opportunity to choose affordable housing

10/19/2020

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Last, January, Joining Forces members spoke at a special City Council meeting, exhorting the City to "Choose Affordable Housing!" Shortly, after that, the pandemic set in, and momentum on most issues stopped. Now, however, there are inklings of action, and it is time for the City to respond by choosing affordable housing-usually over other easier or more popular options. Here is one great opportunity.

The Emerson
On October 14, the City's Plan Commission deliberated on whether to recommend approval of a new residential apartment building on Emerson and Sherman by the Housing Authority of Cook County. ​

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Advocating for Affordability and Equity in North Shore Zoning

8/4/2020

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Joining Forces has reviewed the portions of the Evanston City Code related to housing in light of affordability and equity. We believe that both Evanston and the surrounding communities should expand this effort and overhaul their municipal codes to accomplish the following:

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Impact of COVID-19 on Housing Needs & Advocacy Response

5/4/2020

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​The COVID-19 pandemic is highlighting and exacerbating so many of the problems our community faces. Housing is no exception:
  • Connections for the Homeless is currently providing hotel rooms, food, clothing, and other basic necessities to about 200 people who have nowhere else to shelter in place.
  • The number of calls we are receiving from people who need help paying their rent is increasing steadily.

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    • Housing Publications & Advocacy Groups
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