Judge Rules Against Edgewater Zoning Protest | Chicago News

A Chicago judge just sided with the city, tossing out a lawsuit that sought to block new Broadway zoning rules—approved in October 2025—that allow up to 80-foot buildings over nearly two miles. Residents argued the plan would bring in unwanted developments like gas stations and hotels, and claimed the public process was flawed. The judge disagreed, saying they didn’t prove any harm or denied rights, and noted the new rules actually expand property owners’ options. The group, frustrated but undeterred, plans to appeal, insisting neighborhood input matters—even as they also push to preserve lakefront parkland in Edgewater. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/76383a22a460ea7a