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American Bungalow Magazine

American Bungalow Magazine is the resource for all-things-bungalow.  From modern resources and trends to historical facts and more, American Bungalow Magazine provides information about and for Bungalows from across the nation.

American Institute of Architects

The American Institute of Architects is a nationwide association of professional architects.  The HCBA's "Ask an Architect" sessions are answered by staff from the AIA.

Chicago Architecture Foundation

The Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing public interest and education in architecture and design. CAF presents a comprehensive program of tours including Bungalows by Bus, exhibitions, lectures, special events, and adult and youth education activities, all designed to enhance the public's awareness and appreciation of Chicago's outstanding architectural legacy.

Chicago History Museum

The Chicago History Museum cares for, showcases, and interprets millions of authentic pieces of Chicago and U.S. history.

Chicago Public Library

The Chicago Public Libraries provide a home for the HCBA's Seminar Series as well as often distributing materials about programs of which owners of Chicago Bungalows can take advantage.

Chicagoland Natural Gas Savings Program

The Chicagoland Natural Gas Savings Program offers cash rebates and other resources to homeowners who are looking to install various energy efficiency measures in their homes, including insulation, high efficiency heating systems and water heaters.

 

City of Chicago Department of Environment

The City of Chicago's Department of Environment is charged with making Chicago "the Greenest City in America" through simple, everyday changes to your daily routine and larger home retrofits and more.

 

The Chicago Department of Environment’s Greencorps Chicago program works to help families save on winter heating bills by making their homes more energy efficient. Homeowners interested in applying for weatherization services through the Greencorps' Home Energy Efficiency Training (HEET) Program please see HEET Program Flyer and Intake Form.

 

City of Chicago Department of Community Development

The Department of Community Development offers homebuying and rehab assistance to homeowners throughout Chicago, notably first-time homebuyers, police officers, firefighters and teachers.

Cook County Assessor

The Assessor's Office is responsible for setting fair and accurate values for 1.7 million parcels of Cook County property. The Assessor's Office has also taken the lead on developing both short-term property tax relief proposals as well as working toward the overall restructuring of the tax system to make it more equitable for all taxpayers.

DNR Construction

DNR Construction, Inc. is a family owned full service construction company specializing in the exterior restoration and reconstruction of single family, condominium, townhome complexes and commercial properties. DNR has become the largest weatherization contractor in Illinois.

Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation

The Foundation supports programs and projects that will improve energy efficiency, develop renewable energy resources and preserve and enhance natural areas and wildlife habitats throughout the state.

Illinois Housing Preservation Agency

The Illinois Housing Preservation Agency works directly with the National Register of Historic Places - where many Bungalow Neighborhoods are already recognized, leading to property tax breaks and more.

Illinois Housing Development Authority

The Illinois Housing Development Authority finances the creation and the preservation of affordable housing throughout the state to increase the supply of decent and safe places for people of low or moderate means to live.

Illinois Home Performance

Illinois Home Performance provides professionally trained energy experts, who all components of your home to provide you with a customized action plan to save energy and money.

 

Independence Park Bungalow Renovation Project

The Independence Park Bungalow is an Arts and Crafts jewel set in the heart of Independence Park and serves as a community center. After 75 years of continued use, this architectural treasure is in need of a complete rehabilitation. Working in conjunction with the Chicago Park District, the 39th Ward, the Independence Park Community, the City of Chicago and the Historic Chicago Bungalow Association, this 501 (c)(3) project will ensure that the Independence Park Bungalow remains a center for the community, while providing a model for environmentally responsible restoration practices.

Landmarks Illinois

Since 1971 Landmarks Illinois has helped save countless buildings from demolition through advocacy, legislative support to facilitate preservation, and state-wide education efforts.

 

National Trust for Historic Preservation

The National Trust for Historic Preservation provides leadership, advocacy, education and resources to help preserve and protect America's historic places. 

 

Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago

NHS is committed to offering Chicago residents affordable resources so they can buy, maintain, and sustain their home.

Scott Sonoc Architects

Sonoc Architects & Associates provides architecture, master planning, urban design and more with a special reputation for understanding and assisting the needs of owners of Historic Chicago Bungalows and their projects.