Commission on Chicago Landmarks
Contact: 312.744.3200
The Commission on Chicago Landmarks (CCL) is responsible for recommending buildings, sites, objects, and districts for legal protection as official Chicago landmarks. Staffed by the Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Planning and Development (DPD), the commission is also responsible for reviewing proposed alterations to existing landmarks and districts, as well as proposed demolitions of structures considered to be historically or architecturally significant. Established in 1968, the commission has nine members that are appointed by the mayor with City Council consent. Meetings are generally held on the first Thursday of every month and begin at 12:45 p.m.
Members
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Ex-Officio
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As of June 2023, meetings of the Commission on Chicago Landmarks are being held in-person at City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle St.
Meetings will be available to watch online via livestream. Please check the agenda for room location.
2024 Meeting Schedule
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Jan. 11 Minutes |
April 4 Minutes |
July 11 |
October 3 |
*The June 6 PRC meeting has been rescheduled to June 14, 2024, 11:00 AM in City Hall, 10th Floor, Room 1003-A.
2023 Meeting Schedule
Commission on Chicago Landmarks - Archive of Meeting Minutes, 2009-2022
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See also:
National Register (Chicago) Booklet
City Council Rules of Conduct for Public Meetings, 2023-2027
Guests in City Council chambers are required to go through a security screening and observe the below rules of conduct:
- No profane, vulgar, threatening, abusive, or disruptive language.
- No demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behavior.
- No disruptive behavior or disrespectful conduct during others' presentations.
- No banners, flyers, and signage.
- No backpacks, large bags and sharp objects larger than 12"x6"x12". (Small, clear bags are subject to search.)
- No food and beverages.
- Cell phones must be placed on silent prior to entering.
- Individuals must remain seated. Public comment speakers are permitted to stand only when providing public comment.
- Small hand-held devices may be used only while seated and the user must refrain from interfering with the ability of others to see or hear the proceedings.
Individuals or groups failing to adhere to these rules will be asked to cease the disruptive conduct and failure to comply will result in their removal by the Sergeant-At-Arms.