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Demolition Permits Issued for 462 N Morgan Street in West Town

7:00 am on April 22, 2021 By Jack Crawford

Demolition permits were recently issued for a three-story masonry building at 462 N Morgan Street in West Town. Filed under the owner Baby Grand LLC, no plans have been published as to what will replace the multi-unit residential structure. However, the parcel is currently zoned for M2-2 Light Industry District, which allows for moderate manufacturing, warehouses, as well as freight and recycling facilities. M2-2 also permits a floor area ratio of 2.2, so that any new development may have up to 2.2 times the square footage as the containing lot. Currently it is unclear if the owner plans to apply for an amendment to change the designation.

Wrigleyville Lofts Tops Out at 949 W Dakin Street in Lake View

7:30 am on April 21, 2021 By Jack Crawford

Construction has topped out for 949 W Dakin Street, aka Wrigleyville Lofts, a seven-story mixed-use building underway in Lake View. Developed by Draper & Kramer, the project will house 13,000 square feet of retail, with commercial units ranging from 1,300 to 2,200 square feet. The above floors will yield 120 apartments, split between 108 one-bedrooms and 12 two-bedroom units.

Permits Issued for 1728 W 18th Place in Heart of Chicago

7:00 am on April 21, 2021 By Jack Crawford

Construction permits were recently issued for a three-floor residential development at 1728 W 18th Place in Heart of Chicago. Ryan Bolen is the listed occupying owner, whose plans include three total units, a rooftop deck, a rear steel porch, a basement, and a three-car concrete parking pad. The site was previously occupied by a two-story frame residential building.

5440 N Sheridan Rises Above Grade in Edgewater

7:30 am on April 20, 2021 By Jack Crawford

Exterior walls are now above grade for a five-story residential building at 5440 N Sheridan Road in the Edgewater neighborhood. Cedar St. Companies is the developer behind the new construction, with plans for 78 apartments. Unit layouts will comprise of 72 traditional studios and one- and two-bedroom apartment layouts, several of which will have attached terraces. The remaining six residences will be integrated two-story townhouses with three bedrooms each and street-level access.

Demolition Permits Issued for 1936 W Crystal Street in Wicker Park

7:00 am on April 20, 2021 By Jack Crawford

Demolition permits have been issued for a three-story masonry building at 1936 W Crystal Street in Wicker Park. Luke Bakalar is the listed owner of the multi-unit structure, whose replacement plans have not yet been revealed. The lot’s current zoning designation is RT-4, which allows for two-flats, townhouses, low-density apartment buildings, and single family homes. RT-4 also permits a floor area ratio of 1.2, whereby any new building may have a square footage up to 1.2 times that of the containing property.

Facade Work Wraps Up at The Balaban in Uptown

7:30 am on April 19, 2021 By Jack Crawford

Cladding is nearing completion for a five-story mixed-use building at 4806 N Magnolia Avenue in Uptown. Dubbed “The Balaban” after the owners behind the adjacent Uptown Theatre, the project is behind developed by JAB Real Estate and will replace a former parking lot. Programming will yield ground-level retail and 54 apartments on the four upper floors. Of the 54 units, 10 will be studios. Parking will offer 27 surface spaces located in the rear.

Permits Issued for 8204 W Belmont Avenue in Dunning

7:00 am on April 19, 2021 By Jack Crawford

Construction permits have been issued for a two-story office building located at 8204 W Belmont Avenue in Dunning. Owned by 8200 Belmont LLC, the development will include office space on both floors, as well as five outdoor parking spaces. The new construction is set to occupy a currently vacant plot of land. Given that this plot is divided into two separate parcels, it is unclear if the building will replace the full plot or just a portion.

Construction Hoist Comes Down at Avra West Loop

7:30 am on April 18, 2021 By Jack Crawford

With the construction hoist now disassembled, final exterior work is wrapping up at Tandem Partners‘ Avra West Loop, located at 1125 W Van Buren Street. The 20-story mixed-use building will yield 198 apartments atop ground-level retail.

Permits Issued for 1932 N Drake Avenue in Logan Square

7:00 am on April 18, 2021 By Jack Crawford

Construction permits have been issued for a three-floor residential development at 1932 N Drake Avenue in Logan Square. Drake 1934 LLC is the listed owner, who plans four total units, a basement, a rooftop deck and stair enclosures, a wood trellis, and front and rear decks along all three floors. A car port for four vehicles will also be included.

1400 W Randolph Street Reaches Halfway Mark in West Loop

7:45 am on April 17, 2021 By Jack Crawford

Construction has reached the 12th floor for a 26-story mixed-use tower at 1400 W Randolph Street in West Loop. Developed by Marquette Companies, the project will replace a former restaurant, 11-story brick building, and parking lot. The new building’s plans comprise of 278 units atop ground-level retail. Residents will find various amenities including an outdoor pool and deck atop the 18th floor, a fitness center, and a dog park.

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