Bureau of Economic Development

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

BED includes the Office of Economic Development, Planning & Development, Building & Zoning, and Zoning Board of Appeals.

Ongoing Programs & Resources

BED offers a wide range of programs to drive sustained economic growth and promote vibrant community development. 

Programs For Businesses:

Business Loans, Tax Incentives Job Training and Placement
Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) Illinois Enterprise Zones
COVID-19 Resources Manufacturer Resources
Doing Business with Cook County No Cash Bid Program
Environmental Remediation Small Business Source

Programs For Communities:

Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing COVID-19 Resources
Affordable Housing Job Training and Placement
Community Infrastructure Maps and Data
Connecting Cook County Online Permits
Cook County Assessor Resiliency Planning and Sustainability
Down Payment Assistance Zoning Appeals

Public Notices

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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) 603-1070
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