IL HB2559

Creates the "End Aldermanic Privilege Law" applying only to the City of Chicago, prohibiting denial of property approvals based on aldermanic holds, objections, or extra-judicial requests.

Property owners, developers, or contractors who have participated in concept meetings, filed building permits, presented development plans, substantially invested resources in planning, or given notice of development intent are protected from retroactive enforcement of new laws or ordinances.

Allows property owners to sue for injunctive or declaratory relief if the State or City of Chicago enforces more restrictive laws after the triggering events, with civil penalties of at least $5,000 plus additional carrying costs and reasonable attorney's fees if the claim succeeds.

Designates this subsection as a limitation on Chicago's home rule powers under the Illinois Constitution regarding concurrent exercise of state powers and functions.

Makes technical amendments to existing zoning provisions in the Illinois Municipal Code regarding telecommunications facilities, annexation, and nonconforming uses.