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Illinois REALTORS targets local barriers to building more housing

With BUILD stalled, Illinois REALTORS restarted its housing plan to help local governments speed up homebuilding. The group cites a 142,000 unit shortage and estimates that about 227,000 homes are needed by 2030. AI Summary. Illinois’ largest real estate trade group had a policy reform plan to spur more affordable...

Illinois · 08-21
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Building permits – Aug. 10 to Aug. 16

JBCON Properties LLC received a commercial permit (parking lot) for 1000 W. Jefferson St. Contractor is Pro Bid and the project is valued at $35,000. CTCC Properties LLC received a commercial accessory structure permit for 501 W. Hazel Dell Road. Contractor is ARF Solar LLC and the project is valued at $400,000.

Sangamon County, IL · 08-19

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State Believes It Can Create and Preserve Affordable Housing

Illinois Housing Development Authority Releases Plan to Create and Preserve Affordable Housing. New Policies Focus on Cost Containment, Serving Vulnerable Populations, and Statewide Equity. CHICAGO – The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) has published its 2027-2028 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP), which establishes the rules and criteria governing Illinois’ Low-Income Housing...

Illinois · 08-15

CBS News

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Pritzker signs flood relief bill to help Illinois homeowners

Illinois · 08-14

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State preemption laws are changing the land use landscape

500 bills introduced in 40 states last year contained clauses preempting county land-use authority, according to a July analysis by the National Association of Counties. Of the measures, 77% sought to impose significant changes in county land use authority, NACo said. Housing supply and affordability were the “primary targets,” listed as motivation for 38% of the bills, the research found.

Illinois · 08-14

My Journal Courier

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Meredosia board reviewing list of overgrown, dilapidated properties

Meredosia officials are addressing ordinance violations, updating mowing rules and reporting the village water fund is nearing break-even.

Meredosia, IL · 08-13

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Vacant Lots to New Homes Initiative kicks off in Mount Sterling

MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — The Central Illinois Land Bank Authority (CILBA) is kicking off their partnership with the City of Mount Sterling to promote housing development on three vacant lots. CILBA’s “Vacant Lots to New Homes Initiative” incentivizes the development of housing on vacant lots in rural communities by reducing land acquisition barriers and risk for potential developers.

Mt Sterling, IL · 08-14

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Illinois Realtors launches effort to boost housing supply

Illinois · 08-13

The Telegraph

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Jersey County property transfers: See who bought and sold homes Aug. 3-7

Home sales in Jersey County include a house in Grafton that sold for $529,000

Jersey County, IL · 08-13

Local 4 WHBF

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Illinois experiences home-building slump

Illinois is in the middle of a home-building slump. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows Illinois issued 157 new housing permits for every 100.000 people between June 2025 and May 2026. That figure is less than half the national homebuilding rate and the second-lowest rate in the U.S. Demand isn’t the issue in Illinois; […]

Illinois · 08-13

CBS Chicago

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Illinois among 46 states to settle with mortgage servicer for improperly imposing insurance

Illinois is one of 46 states that have reached a $15.5 million settlement with a Pennsylvania-based mortgage servicer for improperly imposing new insurance policies on homeowners who already had insurance.

Illinois · 08-12

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Building permits – Aug. 3 to Aug. 9

City of Springfield received a demolition permit for 1615 North Grand Ave. E. Contractor is GreenTrac, LLC and the project is valued at $9,375. Abraham Lincoln Hotel LLC received a commercial remodel permit for 701 E. Adams St. Contractor is Pinnacle Construction Inc. and the project is valued at $658,000.

Springfield, IL · 08-11

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Illinois Realtors launch housing accelerator program

MOORE’S SUMMARY: With the most far-reaching elements of Gov. JB Pritzker’s Building Up Illinois Developments (BUILD) housing proposal stalled, the Illinois Realtors are moving forward with an “accelerator” program intended to help local leaders identify ways to remove barriers and speed up the development of new housing.

Illinois · 08-11

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Rockford Is No Longer America's Hottest Housing Market

Rockford's housing market cooled in Realtor.com's 2026 rankings, falling from No. 1 to No. 25 as another Illinois community cracked America's Top 10.

Illinois · 08-11

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Illinois joins major mortgage insurance settlement

Illinois is among 46 states and the District of Columbia reaching a $15.5 million settlement with mortgage servicer NewRez LLC after regulators found that thousands of homeowners had insurance coverage added to their accounts even though they already carried policies. NewRez, which is based in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, will provide...

Illinois · 08-12

The Cool Down

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New Illinois law stops modest tax debts from wiping out a paid-off home's equity

Illinois offers several programs that may help older homeowners reduce or delay what they owe before taxes become delinquent.

Illinois · 08-10

The Money Overview

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Property assessments can rise, and some homes are taxed above market value

A property-tax assessment is an official estimate, not an untouchable verdict. County guidance across the country tells homeowners to appeal when the enrolled or appraised value exceeds supportable market evidence. Several California counties have 2026 filing windows open now, while Texas and Illinois use different deadlines and procedures. The money at stake depends on the […] The post Property assessments can rise, and some homes are taxed above market value appeared first on The Money Overview .

Illinois · 08-08

Housing Wire

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Illinois Realtors launches housing supply accelerator program

Illinois Realtors launched the Illinois Housing Supply Accelerator Program, pairing its government affairs directors with local officials. Communities will review zoning and development rules, setting actions, timelines and metrics to speed new housing. AI Summary. Illinois Realtors is launching a statewide partnership program with local officials to accelerate housing production...

Illinois · 08-11

My Journal Courier

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Mount Sterling, land bank seeking homes for vacant lots

Central Illinois Land Bank Authority is partnering with Mount Sterling to promote housing development on three vacant lots in the city.

Mt Sterling, IL · 08-11

Journal Star

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Real estate sales in Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford counties for August 8, 2026

These real estate transactions, recorded the week of July 27, are compiled from information on file with Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties. They represent sales of $78,000 or more. PEORIA COUNTY 2617 N. Bigelow St., Peoria: Linda L. Miller to Zhanayria Foster and Josias Perez, $90,000. 1128 E. Maywood Ave., Peoria: Steven A. Dahlhauser to Mary Payton, $100,000. 4924 N. Ogden Ave., Peoria Heights: Dale B. and R. Irlene Higdon to Liam B. Hartling, $115,000. 4330 S. Banbury Curve, Mapleton: John R. and Leanna L. Northrup to Chad G. Luna, $139,900. 2222 W. Callender Ave., West Peoria: Allenrod Properties LLC to Tondalai L. Coleman, $148,000. 4204 N. Devon Lane, Peoria: Sarah T. Reed to Anthony Reising, $167,000. 6211 N. Upland Terrace Peoria: Donald and Kimberly Wagner to Kendra Carter, $170,000. 312 W. Barrington Road, Peoria: Bradley A. and Sandra R. Jacob to Mary L. Russell, $177,500. 5121 S. Sir Lionel Court, Mapleton: Andrew D. and Cynthia L. Merrill to Fisher Financial Corporation Money Purchase Plan, $178,000. 1310 E. Samuel Ave., Peoria Heights: Heights Properties LLC to Roxanne Ibe, $180,000. More: Real estate sales in Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford counties for Aug. 1, 2026 400 W. Richwoods Blvd., Peoria: Levi and Sheree

Woodford County, IL · 08-08