629 West Lake, 135 North Desplaines March 2026 construction updates

Chicago Common Construction Continues Progress On Two West Loop Residential Buildings

Two residential developments from Continuum Real Estate Brokers and their general contractor Chicago Common Construction continue to progress one block apart in the West Loop. At the corner of North Desplaines and West Lake Streets, 629 West Lake has moved into the brickwork stage for its exteriors. One block south on the southeast corner of North Desplaines and West Randolph Streets, 135 North Desplaines has reached its second story. Both buildings involve a third member of the team, design architect Axios Architects.

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Lake View Mixed-Use Development Advances To Zoning

Plans for a new mixed-use development at 1040 West Belmont Avenue in Lake View are moving forward, as a zoning application has been submitted. Located near the intersection with North Kenmore Avenue, the proposal would replace a one-story commercial building currently occupied by Giordano’s Pizza near the CTA Belmont station.

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453 West Briar Place March 2026 construction progress

New Condo Building Reaches Full Height At 453 West Briar Place in Lake View

It took some time to get started, but now progress on a new condo building on West Briar Place in Lake View has risen to its top floor. GVP Development got a foundation permit for 453 West Briar Place way back in November 2023. After purchasing and demolishing a pair of homes on adjacent lots, a full permit was issued on May 21,2024. The site remained idle for awhile before coming back to life when site prep began in November 2024.

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