Articles by Ian Achong

Funding Confirmed For Multi-Generational Development At 5300 S Calumet Avenue In Washington Park

Partial funding has been announced for the affordable residential development at 5300 S Calumet Avenue in Washington Park. Located on the southwest corner of the intersection with E 53rd Street, the proposal will replace a long-time vacant lot. The efforts are being led by developers The Renaissance Collaborative (TRC) and Housing Opportunities & Maintenance for the Elderly (HOME).

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Additional Units Announced For The Maybel Exchange In Edgewater

Details have been revealed for the expansion of the redevelopment of the former Maybelline headquarters at 5920 N Ridge Avenue in Edgewater. Located on the diagonal intersection with N Clark Street on the western edge of the neighborhood, the project will add on to the development called ‘The Mabel Exchange’. Efforts are being led by Ernst Development and Envoi Partners, with architecture-firm Hirsch MPG working on its design.

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Renovation Revealed For Cornell Square Park Field House In Back Of The Yards

Plans have been revealed for a major remodel of the Cornell Square Park field house at 1809 W 50th Street in Back Of The Yards. Located on the southwest intersection with S Wood Street, the field house serves the small park. The work is being led by the Chicago Park District with the help of the local alderman who are working with an undisclosed architect while funding has been secured for the work.

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