South Shore’s 71st Street Ready For More Development After Zoning Change

The city council approved a zoning change for South Shore's 71st Street to encourage residential density and simplify commercial development.
The council on Wednesday approved Ald. Desmon Yancy's effort to simplify zoning along South Shore's major commercial corridor and encourage more residential density in Pocket Town.
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