Preliminary landmark status has been granted to the Mars Candy Factory at 2019 N Oak Park Avenue in Galewood. Sitting on the intersection with W Armitage Avenue adjacent to the Mars Metra station, the large factory served an important role in Chicago’s confectionery history. The status was granted by the Commission on Chicago Landmarks at their latest meeting as it prepares to close in 2024.
Construction is progressing on a seven-story mixed-use building located at 812 W Adams Street in the West Loop. The building, a project of Luxe Suites Chicago, has reached its full height and the exterior work is ongoing. When finished, the structure will house 80 rental units and offer 4,200 square feet of retail space.
Exterior construction has wrapped up for Hugo, a two-building development in the River North neighborhood. These mixed-use structures, located close to each other, represent the latest ventures from developer LG Group. Collectively, the buildings will span a floor area of almost 149,304 square feet. Once finished, they will offer a combined 227 rental apartments. The 751 N Hudson Avenue building will yield 134 units, while its counterpart at 411 W Chicago Avenue will house 93 units. A noteworthy addition to this development is approximately 18,867 square feet of ground-level retail space. An existing two-story building not part of the development is situated between the two main structures.
The city has approved a permit for a new mixed-use development located at 1889 N Milwaukee Avenue in Bucktown. The proposed structure will be a three-story building, accommodating six residential units and a commercial space on the first floor. It will also feature a roof deck with an elevator and stair enclosure.
The 16-story mixed-use structure at 311 West Huron Street in River North is nearing facade completion. Developed by North Wells Capital, the 226-foot building primarily offers office spaces, with the ground floor designated for retail establishments. Spins has secured the top four office floors with an $88 million lease agreement.
