West Town

2420 W Grand Avenue

Permits Issued for 2420 W Grand Avenue in West Town

Full construction permits have been issued for a four-story mixed-use building located at 2420 W Grand Avenue in the southwest corner of West Town. Planned by Comet Development, the new building will house retail at ground level and 28 residential units above. Other features include a rooftop deck, a parking garage with 29 spaces, and an additional 12 spaces outside. The project is set to replace a single-story masonry commercial garage, whose demolition permits were issued last month.

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Morton Salt Works existing site conditions. Image courtesy of R2 Companies

Final Landmark Recommendation Approved for Morton Salt Warehouse Complex in West Town

The Commission on Chicago Landmarks has approved the final landmark recommendation for the Morton Salt Warehouse Complex in West Town. Addressed at 1357 N Elston Avenue, the complex is located at the intersection of N Elston Avenue and W Blackhawk Street. The eastern edge of the site is along the northern branch of the Chicago River. Blue Star Properties and R2 Companies are the developers and owners behind the complex.

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856 N Campbell Avenue

Permits Issued for 856 N Campbell Avenue in West Town

Construction permits were issued this week for a three-story residential building located at 856 N Campbell Avenue in West Town. The listed owner is 3219 N Elston LLC, with the permit’s filing description indicating three total units. Plans also consist of a rooftop deck and stair enclosure, as well as a rear deck along the first, second, and third floors. Parking will allow for a three-car garage with a separate rooftop deck on top. The new development and garage will replace a former single-story masonry residence and garage.

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719 N Elizabeth Street

Permits Issued for 719 N Elizabeth Street in West Town

Construction permits have been issued for a four-story residential building at 719 N Elizabeth Street in West Town. JL Development LLC is behind the project, who last year received zoning approval to reduce the rear and side setbacks. The new structure will replace a currently vacant lot and yield five residential units, a rooftop deck and stair enclosure, a basement, and five exterior parking spaces on a concrete parking pad.

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