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BLOCK CITY CHICAGO REPORTS on Commercial Corridor Revitalization

HYDE PARK, WOODLAWN, SOUTH SHORE

Some Landlords Keep Their Storefronts Empty For Years — And Get Tax Breaks For It. Business Leaders Want To Change That

Small business advocates want to limit the tax breaks property owners can get on vacant storefronts. On 79th Street, three in five storefronts were vacant as of last year.

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Let’s Transform Vacant Properties Into Thriving Small Businesses

By growthzone | July 11, 2023

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SBAC Testimonials

By growthzone | July 6, 2023

The SBAC has significantly impacted the small business community since 2010.  From reducing LLC fees to championing legislation focused on reducing premiums for small businesses and increasing transparency to understand better what drives health insurance costs. Our mission has always been to fight alongside small business advocates to enact policies that support small businesses, their…

Words from Our Partners: Woodlawn Chamber of Commerce

By growthzone | June 29, 2023

The Small Business Advocacy Council and a coalition of engaged stakeholders have come together to revitalize, empower, and connect commercial corridors in Cook County in an effort to bring our community. In the Words from Our Partners Series, our coalition partners share their thoughts on our efforts to revitalize, empower and connect business districts. Dr.…

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