The City of Chicago has issued a new construction permit for a three-story, six-unit masonry residential building located at 5542 South Indiana Avenue in Washington Park. The building will feature front balconies and parking for six vehicles, including one for an accessory dwelling unit.
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).
Permits have been issued for a renovation project at 5250 South Indiana Avenue, a two-story residential building in Washington Park. The renovation, which has an estimated budget of $150,000, plans to include a wide range of updates, including architectural changes, mechanical upgrades, electrical enhancements, and plumbing improvements to the property.
A permit has been issued for a new three-story building ar 5159 S Wabash Avenue in Washington Park. GT Alternatives LLC is leading this residential project, which will come with six total units. The scope includes private balconies, a trash enclosure, a five-foot fence, a basement level, and six parking spaces.
Additional funding has been announced for a new dance and community center at 5339 S State Street in Washington Park. Located just north of the intersection with E 54th Street and sandwiched between the namesake park and highway, the new facility will replace a long standing set of vacant lots owned by the city. The team behind the proposal is the Deeply Rooted Dance Company who currently operates downtown; no architect has been announced.
