Articles by Bee Ricketts

Mayor Lightfoot Unveils Citywide Vision for Connected Network of Trails and Corridors

A release issued at the end of March outlined an upcoming plan led by Mayor Lori Lightfoot in partnership with Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) commissioner Gia Biagi, Department of Planning and Development (DPD) commissioner Maurice Cox, and Chicago Park District interim general superintendent and CEO Rosa Escareño to expand trails and open space networks throughout the city.

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New Permits Issued for 2965 N Elston Avenue in Avondale

A permit was issued earlier this month for the new construction of a three-story residential building at 2965 N Elston Avenue in the Avondale neighborhood. The owner of the permits is listed as Kevin Murphy, and the current plans indicate this project will yield a total of three dwelling units and a detached three-car garage with a rooftop deck. The build will replace a vacant lot.

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1508 W Wrightwood Avenue

New Permits Issued for 1508 W Wrightwood Avenue in Lincoln Park

A new construction permit was issued yesterday for a three-story residential building at 1508 W Wrightwood Avenue in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. The owner is listed as 1508 Wrightwood LLC, and current plans indicate this project will yield a total of three dwelling units. All units will feature front balconies as well as private decks at the rear. This building will also have a roof deck, pergolas, and a detached three-vehicle garage with its own rooftop deck. The development will replace a previous structure, the demolition of which YIMBY reported on in November 2021.

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