The Citywide Adopt-A-Landmark Fund provides grants to support the restoration of designated landmark buildings and structures throughout Chicago.
Donor Name: City of Chicago
State: Illinois
City: Chicago
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/15/2025
Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The funds are generated by downtown construction projects that contribute to the Neighborhood Opportunity Bonus system.
Funding Priorities
DPD will also give preference to projects that meet the following funding priorities:
- Neighborhood anchors/commercial buildings — Neighborhood anchors and commercial buildings could be individually designated Chicago landmarks or contributing buildings within designated Chicago landmark districts. These types of buildings will be targeted for the positive stabilizing role they play in so many neighborhoods, including those that promote pedestrian activity, small business establishments and local commerce. Some examples of neighborhood anchor landmark buildings include institutions, legacy businesses, fieldhouses, restaurants, religious buildings and similar social gathering places. Neighborhood commercial landmark buildings are generally small-scale commercial buildings and or mixed-use buildings with residential uses on upper floors and ground-floor retail/commercial uses.
- Projects seeking grants below $250,000 — Due to the available resources for the 2025 Adopt-A-Landmark funding round, priority will be given to projects that seek less than $250,000 in Adopt-A-Landmark grants.
Funding Information
- A total of $875,000 is available for projects in this this funding round.
- Grant amounts in excess of $250,000 require additional approval from City Council.
Project Eligibility
Properties that qualify for Adopt-A-Landmark grants include individually designated landmarks and contributing buildings in designated landmark districts. Adopt-A-Landmark Fund projects must meet the following conditions:
- Restoration projects must be consistent with Commission on Chicago Landmarks (CCL) standards and guidelines
- Scope of work must involve an exterior renovation that’s visible from the street or interior work that’s accessible by the public, and routine maintenance is not eligible
- The CCL must approve the scope of work and associated budget for the restoration project pursuant to its standard review and approval process
For more information, visit City of Chicago.
