Bureau of Economic Development

The Bureau of Economic Development's mission is to lead and promote equitable economic growth and community development.

The Bureau includes the Office of Economic Development, Department of Planning and Development, Department of Building and Zoning, and Zoning Board of Appeals.

Ongoing Programs & Resources

The Bureau of Economic Development offers a wide range of programs to drive sustained economic growth and promote vibrant community development. 

Programs For Businesses:

Business Loans, Tax IncentivesJob Training and Placement
Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE)Illinois Enterprise Zones
Cook County ArtsM3 Chicago: Metro, Manufacturing, Momentum
Doing Business with Cook CountyNo Cash Bid Program
Environmental RemediationSmall Business Source

Programs For Communities:

Affirmatively Furthering Fair HousingCook County Arts
Affordable HousingJob Training and Placement
Community InfrastructureMaps and Data
Connecting Cook CountyOnline Permits
Cook County AssessorResiliency Planning and Sustainability
Down Payment AssistanceZoning Appeals

Public Notices

Click here to view our public notices.

Sign up for email updates by submitting a request to Info.Edev@cookcountyil.gov       

Location Title
Main Office
Location Address

69 W. Washington St., Ste 2900, Chicago, IL 60602

Location Email
Info.Edev@cookcountyil.gov
Location Phone
(312) 603-1000
Location Hours
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Saturday: Closed

Agency Head

Xochitl Flores, Bureau Chief

Transparency