ABOUT US
We're here to help you maintain, preserve and adapt your vintage home!
While your bungalow or vintage home has endured the test of time, you may be looking to repair elements that haven't held up or renovate areas that don't suit your modern lifestyle.
We are a non-profit delegate agency of the City of Chicago here to help our members:
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Remedy common problems affecting vintage homes
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Practically preserve your largest investment before damage occurs
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Redesign your home to fit your style while maintaining its historic charm
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Save money and extend the life of your home by making it energy efficient
Become a member for free to access these benefits:
Free Resources
Educational Seminars
Get advice from professionalsFree Energy Savers
Covers attic insulation, sidewall insulation and more!Trusted Referrals
Here's who to callDesign Guidelines
Do's, don'ts, and other ideasDriehaus Awards
Chance to receive $1,000 for your home improvement projects!The Bungalow Market
Buy and sell Chicagoland bungalowsMaintenance 101 Guide
Free downloadOur History
The Chicago Bungalow Association (CBA) was inspired by former 19th Ward Alderman Virginia Rugai and was created in September 2000 by Mayor Richard M. Daley to ensure that the 80,000 one and one-half story homes that have been the foundation of family lives and neighborhoods for over 100 years would continue to do so for the next century.
Take a look back to see how we've evolved as an organization:
Our Accomplishments
12,118 Energy Saving Retrofits distributed to Chicago Households since 2000
40 Free Homeowner Educational Seminars Hosted Annually
13 National Register Historic Bungalow Districts Created
Over 3,000 Homeowners Educated on Managing Stormwater on their Property
Over 12,000 Free Rain Barrels Distributed to Homeowners
16 Years of Homeowner Dedication Celebrated with the Driehaus Awards
Plus So Much More.
Check out our Infographic!