Articles by Jack Crawford

Initial Permit Issued for mHUB Redevelopment of Cameron Building in Near West Side

7:30 am on May 4, 2023 By Jack Crawford

A preliminary permit for interior demolition has been granted in preparation for the revitalization of the Cameron Building at 240 N Ashland Avenue in the Near West Side. Situated on the southwest corner at the intersection with W Fulton Street, the historic clocktower building has been vacant for several years and is now proposed as the new headquarters for local incubator mHUB. The non-profit organization is driving the initiative, while Gensler is now confirmed as the project architect.

Permits Issued for 6400 N Wayne Avenue in Rogers Park

7:00 am on May 4, 2023 By Jack Crawford

A new four-story, mixed-use building is set to rise at 6400 N Wayne Avenue in Rogers Park, with the project receiving a construction permit on May 2nd. The development will feature ground-level retail space and 10 dwelling units on the above floors. The filing owner of the project is Variable Properties LLC – 1355 Series, whose plans will be replacing a parking lot along the cross street of Devon Avenue.

868 N Wells Street Sprouts up in Near North Side

7:45 am on May 3, 2023 By Jack Crawford

Structural work has passed the seventh floor for the 27-story 868 N Wells Street in Near North Side, replacing a former low-rise brick building that was demolished last year. The developer of this mixed-use high rise is JDL, who has planned for 411 units and 12,000 square feet of retail. This tower is the second addition (after the adjacent 920 N Wells) to their North Union megadevelopment, a sprawling $1.3 billion master plan that will ultimately occupy 2.9 million square feet of space. The larger North Union assemblage will feature skyscrapers measuring up to approximately 700 feet in height while providing a total of 2,656 residences, extensive commercial and retail options, and 100,000 square feet of public areas.

Three-Unit Residence Receives Permit at 1913 W Addison Street in Roscoe Village

7:00 am on May 3, 2023 By Jack Crawford

A construction permit has been granted for a new residential building to be located at 1913 W Addison Street in Roscoe Village. The three-story multifamily project will accommodate three dwelling units and will replace a two-story frame residence. Andrew Kingsley is listed as the owner of the project.

Clarendale Six Corners. Rendering by Ryan Architecture + Engineering

Clarendale Six Corners Finalizes Construction in Portage Park

7:30 am on May 2, 2023 By Jack Crawford

The 10-story Clarendale Six Corners is now wrapping up construction in Portage Park. The mixed-use development, located at 4715 W Irving Park Road, boasts 18,000 square feet of ground-level retail space, 258 senior living apartments, and various integrated amenities. Ryan Companies, LCS, and Harrison Street Real Estate Capital have developed the project, which spans nearly 370,000 square feet.

Permit Issued for 1232 S Fairfield Avenue in Douglass Park

7:00 am on May 2, 2023 By Jack Crawford

A construction permit has been granted for a new three-story residential project at 1232 S Fairfield Avenue in the Douglass Park neighborhood. The new multifamily building will feature a three-story masonry building with three dwelling units and a rear stair, replacing a previously vacant grass parcel. The listed owner of the project is East Douglas Partners LLC.

Sears Department Store Redevelopment Takes Shape in Portage Park

7:45 am on May 1, 2023 By Jack Crawford

The Sears department store at 4712 W Irving Park Road in Portage Park continues to undergo a significant transformation, as the $90 million, six-story mixed-use redevelopment project takes shape. Led by Novak Construction as both developer and general contractor, the project will offer 50,000 square feet of retail space and 206 residential units. According to a February article by Block Club Chicago, Target will be the anchor tenant for the retail component.

New Permit Issued for 6545 S Langley Avenue in Woodlawn

7:00 am on May 1, 2023 By Jack Crawford

A construction permit was issued last week for a new residential development at 6545 S Langley Avenue in Woodlawn. The building will be a two-story, two-unit residence with a basement and rear two-vehicle garage. The listed owner behind the filing is 65th and Langley LLC.

A Final Look at “The 808 Cleveland” in Near North Side

7:45 am on April 30, 2023 By Jack Crawford

Today, YIMBY takes a look at the newly completed mixed-use high rise at 808 N Cleveland Avenue in Near North Side. Dubbed “The 808 Cleveland,” the 22-story building offers 28,000 square feet of retail and office space along with 200 apartments that are leased and managed by Common. DAC Developments is behind this project, which spans a total of 281,256 square feet and had a development cost of $105 million, according to their website.

Permit Issued for 2417 W Walton Street in West Town

7:00 am on April 30, 2023 By Jack Crawford

A construction permit has been granted for a new residential development located at 2417 W Walton Street in West Town. The project will feature a three-story residential building with three dwelling units, replacing a mostly vacant lot with a small one-story masonry building on the site. The listed owner of the project is Nicholas Wrobel.

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