A construction permit has been issued for a new South Loop development at 1700 South Wabash Avenue. Developed by CMK Companies, the new nine-story residential building, with a height of 115 feet, is set to house 37 residential units. These units will include 11 studios, 10 one-bedrooms, 14 two-bedrooms, and two three-bedrooms on the top floor with private terraces. In compliance with city regulations, 20 percent of these units will be designated as affordable.
Site context map of 1700 S Wabash Avenue via Google Maps
The development is set for a vacant lot north of the intersection with East 18th Street, adjacently east of the CTA tracks on a 48-foot-wide lot. The first-floor podium will house a residential lobby, 40 bicycle parking spaces, and four vehicle parking spots. A new curb cut on Wabash will provide access to the parking, complemented by landscaping and a path to the entrance.
Elevations of 1700 S Wabash Avenue by Pappageorge Haymes Partners
Pappageorge Haymes is the architectural firm behind the design. The ground floor will feature a dark brick exterior, while the floors above will primarily be glass with spandrels. The northern elevation will be concrete, aligned with the building’s core.
Sixth to eighth (left) – ninth (middle) – roof (right) floor plans of 1700 S Wabash Avenue by Pappageorge Haymes Partners
Brandts Build, LLC will serve as the general contractor, with the project estimated at a construction cost of $7,000,000. The expected completion date remains to be announced.
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Does anyone know why they didn’t consolidate lots in that area? It seems like this was an opportunity for a larger project.