Cook County Land Bank Authority

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Cook County Land Bank Authority The Official page for the Cook County Land Bank Authority.

The purpose of Cook County Land Bank is not only to return vacant and foreclosed property back to active and reliable community assets, but also to be a catalyst to foster quality economic growth and developments that will provide long-term community stabilization, revitalization and preservation through comprehensive strategic planning.

Registration is now open for the next Working with the Cook County Land Bank Seminar!📅 Friday, November 6⌚️9 AM for one-...
10/23/2026

Registration is now open for the next Working with the Cook County Land Bank Seminar!

đź“… Friday, November 6
⌚️9 AM for one-on-ones with CCLBA team members, program begins at 10 AM
đź“Ť Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation - 5500 W Madison St. Chicago, IL 60644
🎟️ Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seminar-working-with-the-cook-county-land-bank-authority-tickets-2003473554333

These quarterly seminars are designed to help developers and small business owners learn about our process, meet with CCLBA staff, and connect with partners who can help bring projects to life. We will be joined by the City of Chicago Department of Planning & Development and Department of Buildings, Cook County Bureau of Economic Development, and lenders at C3 Impact Fund, Neighborhood Housing Services and Community Investment Corporation.

Whether you're just getting started or ready for your next deal, there's a seat at the table for you. We hope to see you there!

Space is limited — register today https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seminar-working-with-the-cook-county-land-bank-authority-tickets-2003473554333

Celebrating a new chapter for Austin!Last month, the Oak Park Regional Housing Center and Austin United Alliance celebra...
10/20/2026

Celebrating a new chapter for Austin!

Last month, the Oak Park Regional Housing Center and Austin United Alliance celebrated the ribbon cutting of the Laramie State Bank Redevelopment Project – Residential Phase, bringing together community members, partners and stakeholders to celebrate this milestone and the continued investment in Austin.

The six-story development brings 78 mixed-income units to the Austin area, as well as amenity spaces, a rooftop deck and courtyard greenspace.

The Cook County Land Bank Authority supported the project as part of a larger land assembly, helping bring vacant lots together for redevelopment. With a $37.5 million budget supported by LIHTC, TIF, debt and City of Chicago – Government assistance, the former Laramie State Bank site has been transformed into new housing along the Chicago Avenue Soul City Corridor.

Last month, CCLBA Executive Director Jessica Caffrey joined the Human Scale team to cut the ribbon on the first phase of...
10/19/2026

Last month, CCLBA Executive Director Jessica Caffrey joined the Human Scale team to cut the ribbon on the first phase of a new community space at 2804 S. Springfield. Once a vacant lot, this space is now home to beautiful landscaping and shared seating for neighbors to enjoy.

Human Scale, a Chicago nonprofit, designs and builds public spaces in historically disinvested neighborhoods. The next phases of their project at this site will include areas for community programming and a multifunctional space for the Human Scale team.

Another vacant lot transformed into a community asset! 🎉

Photos By: Moments Media

You've been asking, and we heard you! Our next Working with the Cook County Land Bank Authority Seminar is officially on...
10/16/2026

You've been asking, and we heard you! Our next Working with the Cook County Land Bank Authority Seminar is officially on the calendar.

đź—“ November 6, 2026
⌚️9 AM for one-on-ones with CCLBA team members, program begins at 10 AM
đź“ŤAspire Center for Workforce Innovation - 5500 W Madison St. Chicago, IL 60644

Whether you're looking to build housing, launch a business, or create something your community needs, this seminar will give you the knowledge and connections to make it happen. Don't miss your chance to be in the room with our Land Bank team, government partners, and community development and finance leaders.

Stay tuned for information on registering to attend.

New properties are available for purchase! 🔑These listings include land, residential structures, and commercial properti...
10/15/2026

New properties are available for purchase! 🔑

These listings include land, residential structures, and commercial properties in Auburn Gresham, Roseland, North Lawndale, Washington Heights, and West Pullman, and across suburban Cook County!

🗓️ Initial applications due: October 20
🗓️ Offers due: October 22
🗓️ Award date: October 30

đź”— Visit the link in our bio for more available properties.

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re celebrating the people who help the Cook County Land Bank Authority bring homes and ...
10/14/2026

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re celebrating the people who help the Cook County Land Bank Authority bring homes and neighborhoods back to life.

Swipe to meet a few of them ➡️

Last month, CCLBA Executive Director Jessica Caffrey spoke at the Chicago Community Builders Collective’s (CCBC) Constru...
10/13/2026

Last month, CCLBA Executive Director Jessica Caffrey spoke at the Chicago Community Builders Collective’s (CCBC) Construction Resource Fair.

Jessica highlighted how CCLBA’s inventory of vacant and distressed properties can help small developers grow their businesses, create jobs for local tradespeople, support homeownership, and bring vacant properties back into productive use.

Thank you to CCBC for bringing together industry leaders, workforce partners, and job seekers to connect people with opportunities in construction. 🏗️

10/09/2026

🌱 In case you missed it — meet the winners of Blocks In Bloom, our inaugural community garden competition!

Watch the reel to see Community Youth Development Institute’s (2nd place) Community Garden come to life in Auburn Gresham. Huge thanks to everyone who submitted, and congratulations again to our winners!

Our Executive Director, Jessica Caffrey, joined the South Side Builders Association for its September Lunch Seminar for ...
10/08/2026

Our Executive Director, Jessica Caffrey, joined the South Side Builders Association for its September Lunch Seminar for a conversation on community development, property revitalization, and the work happening across Chicago’s South Side.

Jessica’s presentation focused on the opportunities available through the Cook County Land Bank Authority, highlighting how we help transform vacant and underutilized properties into assets that strengthen communities. She also spotlighted our collaboration with the City of Chicago as key tools driving that work forward.

Thank you to the SSBA for bringing together leaders for thoughtful conversations about the future of development in Cook County!

We recently celebrated with Cook County agencies our recognitions from the National Association of Counties (NACo) Achie...
10/07/2026

We recently celebrated with Cook County agencies our recognitions from the National Association of Counties (NACo) Achievement Awards! 🏆

This year's honors are for:
🔑 Modular Housing Pilot Program
🔑10-Year Impact Report
🔑 Working with the Land Bank Seminars
🔑 Use of technology to improve internal efficiency
🔑 Home Sweet Homan development

Thank you to Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle for championing this work and to every partner and developer who made these projects real.

Address

69 W
Chicago, IL
60640

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 11pm

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+13126038015

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