"The Department of Community Development (DCD) was formed on Jan. 1, 2009, through the merger of the former departments of Planning and Development (DPD), Housing (DOH) and Mayor's Office of Workforce Development (MOWD)."

"The purpose of the new department is to provide a focused approach to city improvements involving economic development, housing and workforce development initiatives in Chicago neighborhoods. The core goals of the former departments remain the same, however the strategic planning aspects of the Deparment of Planning and Development are now functions of the Zoning Department."