Zoning variations have been approved for the mixed-use proposal at 315 South Jefferson Street in West Loop Gate. Pitched earlier this month, the mid-rise development is set to replace a small surface parking lot just steps from Union Station and The Old Post Office. Efforts are being led by a local developer, with Built Form LLC serving as the design team.
Site context map of 315 S Jefferson St via Google Maps
Rendering of 315 S Jefferson St by Built Form LLC
The relatively slim structure would rise nine stories and reach 109 feet in height, occupying roughly two side-by-side Chicago lots. The ground floor will feature a 1,130-square-foot commercial space on the northwest corner, along with a small lobby and a 22-space parking garage. This will be achieved by a vertical mechanized system.
Floor plans of 315 S Jefferson St by Built Form LLC
The floor above will include a small fitness room, resident lounge, co-working area with private huddle rooms, and a modest amenity deck facing the building to the north. The remainder of the structure will contain 52 residential units, made up of 14 studios, 23 one-bedroom, and 15 two-bedroom layouts. The number of affordable units is currently unknown.
Elevation of 315 S Jefferson St by Built Form LLC
Section of 315 S Jefferson St by Built Form LLC
The structure itself will be clad in a mix of dark-tinted glass and reflective metal panels, with darker panels accenting the few inset balconies. While the total cost and timeline for the development remain unknown, approval from the Zoning Board of Appeals clears the project to proceed once permits are secured.
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2 parking lots biting the dust in the same block! This area of town needs more infill. Bring it on!
Sometimes stuff like this is more exciting to me than super tall skyscrapers. We need more urban fabric.
Absolutely, well-said.
52 units on a side-by-side lots. great stuff.