Under the pilot program, the construction of coach houses and in-law apartments are allowed in five zones as long as they meet certain building and safety requirements. Now the pilot program could be expanded citywide this year — to the delight of housing advocates and real estate professionals. Ald. Pat Dowell wants to see a companion ordinance with financial incentives for those on the South and West sides.
A largely unasked question is becoming glaring: Is Illinois doing all it should to use artificial intelligence to make government cost less and work better? So far, the evidence says no.
It looks like a win win. The housing shortage for seniors is addressed and the city creates an additional source of tax revenue.