Description
A zoning text amendment adjusting definitions for urban farms and creating regulations for neighborhood gardens and urban farming.
Impact summary
Expands opportunities for local food production and community gardens on suitable public open spaces.
Applicant
- Name
- City of Evanston / Evanston Grows
At a glance
- Hearings
- 2
- Public comments
- 8
- Total mentions
- 2
Last vote · City Council
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 12, 2026.
Meeting timeline (2)
City Council - Oct 12 2026
Approved text amendment for urban agriculture definitions and neighborhood gardens.
City Council - Sep 28 2026
A zoning text amendment adjusting definitions for urban farms and creating regulations for neighborhood gardens and urban farming.
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