OFFER APPLICATION WINDOW (10/27/25 UPDATE)
*NOTE TO APPLICANTS*: The October application window has been extended to the following dates:
OFFER APPLICATION EXTENSION: Thursday, October 30th, 2025
CCLBA AWARD NOTIFICATION: Thursday, November 6th, 2025
HOMEBUYER
Are you looking to purchase a home for yourself and your family? Click here to learn more about our Homebuyer Program and find the home of your dreams today!
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPER
If you are looking to find a home to purchase and rehab or if you are looking to build a home, click here to see how to become one of our community developers!
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
If you are a prospective business owner or looking to expand your current business, please click here to view our current inventory of commercial, industrial, and vacant lots!
CCLBA’s New Offer and Transaction Management System — publiCity
What publiCity Offers
Through a centralized dashboard, users can:
- Browse available properties using advanced filters and spatial tools
- Submit and track applications
- Complete outstanding requirements
- Communicate directly with the CCLBA team
Why It Matters
With publiCity, you can:
- Spend less time on paperwork and more time on projects
- Navigate programs with clear compliance guidance
- Centralize communications and reduce administrative overhead
- Build trust through transparency and accountability
Getting Started
Visit publiCity to explore properties and begin your application. New tools, filters, and updates are added regularly. So, bookmark the portal and check back often. To help you get started, we’ve created a series of short video tutorials and included support links:
Support When You Need It
The CCLBA and Tolemi teams are committed to making your experience seamless. For technical support, visit Support.Tolemi.com.
Ready to start your next development?
Launch publiCity and begin your journey. Together, we’re making land banking more accessible, transparent, and community-friendly across Cook County!.