Plans are once again progressing for the long-awaited redevelopment of the Congress Theater at 2135 North Milwaukee Avenue in Logan Square. Sitting on the corner of North Rockwell Street, the historic structure dates back to 1926 but has sat vacant since 2013, when it was closed due to code violations.
Slightly altered plans for a new mixed-use development at 1704 North Milwaukee Avenue are moving forward, as the development team has submitted a zoning application. Located on the corner of West Wabansia Avenue near the northern end of Wicker Park, the proposal was revealed late last year and is set to replace a one-story commercial plaza.
The Chicago City Council has approved plans for the redevelopment of the three-building property at 900 West Fulton Market. Situated at the intersection of West Fulton Market and North Peoria Street, the project’s current iteration was revealed two years ago and received preliminary approval at that time. Now, developer Midwest Property Group is once again moving forward with the plans.
Plans have been revealed for a new mixed-use development at 1040 West Belmont Avenue in Lake View. Located near the corner of North Kenmore Avenue, just a few steps from the CTA Belmont station, the project would replace a large one-story commercial building currently home to a Giordano’s outpost.
The Chicago Plan Commission has approved the mixed-use development at 1060 West Van Buren Street in the West Loop. Located on the corner of South Aberdeen Street, the proposal has been in the works for over a year and will involve the redevelopment of the existing Universal Overall Co. lofts building, as well as the construction of a new tower on its adjacent lot.
