INVEST South/West
One of Mayor Lightfoot’s signature policy efforts, this $750 million initiative uses taxpayer money to leverage private investment in underserved neighborhoods on the South and West sides. There is no question this is a bold undertaking, perhaps the largest single infusion of design resources delivered to these communities in decades. The project bid process also fosters new partnerships between Chicago architects and builders, prioritizing local talent, capacity, and design excellence. The architecture community has long sought opportunities to impact neighborhoods through design, and we sincerely hope INVEST South/West makes the grade.
