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The group redoubled its efforts Wednesday to "make affordable housing a priority" on the Northwest Side.

The developer still needs funding, may reapply for state money next year, he said Friday.

Affordable housing advocates invited three policy researchers for a panel discussion on Thursday.

The three-story building would house 66 residents and include 31 parking spaces.

Anthem Memory Care offers housing and support services for people suffering from Alzheimer's Disease.

The zoning change sailed through the City Council in a 49-1 vote on Wednesday.

Zoning change for warehouse clears way for 100 units of mixed-income housing next door.

Northwest Side Unite and Neighbors for Affordable Housing in Jefferson Park held rallies this weekend.

The step is being taken "ensure as many voices are heard as possible," Ald. John Arena (45th) wrote.

The delay is unrelated to a lawsuit filed to hold up the proposal, a spokesman for the alderman said.

The suit hits "illegal process" bypassing Council review of plan that also calls for affordable housing.

Ald. Edward Burke (14th) abruptly forced a zoning meeting to a halt after hours of testimony.

The agreement was signed a week before Ald. John Arena (45th) unveiled the full proposal to the public.

The groups point to a city recommendation that new buildings in the area don't exceed four stories.  

Neighbors packed into Branch Community Church Thursday to jeer Ald. John Arena's  proposal.