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Lobbying Disclosure: Symmetry Property Development (Q4 2015)

Original title: JOHN J GEORGE for SYMMETRY PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT @ PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT (2015-10-01)

October 1, 2015

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The Frame

What this does

This filing identifies the professional representation used by a private developer to influence city zoning and land-use decisions for a specific property project.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Symmetry Property Development

The company is seeking a specific zoning designation for a property development project.

Chicago Department of Planning and Development

The department is the regulatory body responsible for reviewing and approving the requested planned development.

What changed

Last recorded activity October 1, 2015.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

This document discloses that lobbyist John J. George represented Symmetry Property Development regarding a project before the Chicago Department of Planning and Development during the final quarter of 2015.

Key Facts

  • Lobbyist John J. George was retained by Symmetry Property Development.
  • The lobbying activity took place between October 1, 2015, and December 31, 2015.
  • The lobbying efforts were directed at the Chicago Department of Planning and Development.
  • The specific legislative action sought was a 'Planned Development' designation.

Why It Matters

This filing identifies the professional representation used by a private developer to influence city zoning and land-use decisions for a specific property project.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'Planned Development' in this context?
It is a zoning designation that allows for a specific, customized development plan for a property that may deviate from standard zoning requirements.
Does this document show how much money was paid to the lobbyist?
No, this specific disclosure document does not list financial compensation amounts.

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Lobbying Activity

JOHN J GEORGE

on behalf of SYMMETRY PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT

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Discoveries

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Historical Disclosure

This document is a retrospective filing from 2015, indicating it is part of a historical record rather than current active lobbying.

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Sources

Open source document

data.cityofchicago.org

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  • Controversy10
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