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.
Site context map of 1040 W Belmont Ave via Google Maps
The project was revealed earlier this year in January, with local developer Kiferbaum Development Corp. leading the effort alongside Jonathan Splitt Architects, which is handling the design. The building would rise five stories and approximately 72 feet in height, clad in a red brick exterior with cast stone accents and inset window bays.
Floor plans of 1040 W Belmont Ave by Jonathan Splitt Architects
The ground floor will feature 4,429 square feet of commercial space, split by the residential entrance at the center, which will lead to a bike room and eight parking spaces accessed from the rear alley. The upper floors will contain 28 residential units, consisting of eight studios, four one-bedroom units, and 16 two-bedroom layouts, six of which will be designated as affordable.
Elevations of 1040 W Belmont Ave by Jonathan Splitt Architects
While only units along the rear will have small balconies, all residents will have access to a shared rooftop deck. Although a timeline has not been announced, nor a closing date for the Giordano’s location, the team will be able to move forward once they receive approval from the Committee on Zoning and the City Council.
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Wish this was a bit taller being so close to the belmont stop but no parking is a huge win
There are 8 spots included, but this is still a reasonable percentage and the street gets all active uses. And best of all, no hideous podium!
Nice density, could be taller maybe.
Yes, please.
This looks great. We should be seeing higher densities so close to major transit. Outside of downtown, Chicago doesn’t follow what should be a natural pattern of higher densities near transit nodes. We need to work on that.