3545 W Belmont Avenue

Permit Issued for 3545 W Belmont Avenue in Avondale

A construction permit has been granted for a new mixed-use development at 3545 W Belmont Avenue in Avondale. The proposed four-story structure will feature commercial space on the ground floor and four residential units across the second to fourth floors. This development will replace what is currently a vacant lot, with front balconies, a basement, trash enclosure, and a rear two-vehicle garage included in the plans. The project is owned by Kazimierz Dojka.

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Renovation Work Spotted at 679 N Michigan Avenue along Magnificent Mile

With the exterior removed, significant renovations are underway at 679 N Michigan Avenue along Magnificent Mile. The structure was formerly an Apple Store, then subsequently the canvas for a mural titled “Rapt on The Mile” by Nick Cave and Bob Faust. This third chapter for the four-story building will be a retail redevelopment by Nick Canellis and will span four levels. According to an article by Crain’s Chicago Business, H&M will be the occupying tenant.

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Renderings Revealed For Logan Square Station Remodel

Initial renderings have been revealed for the remodel of the Logan Square CTA Blue Line station at 2620 N Milwaukee Avenue. Located on the intersection with N Kedzie Avenue across the street from the famed square, the multi-exit station is set to receive its first major renovation in its 50-year history. The project is being led by Chicago Transit Authority and the Chicago Department of Transportation who are working local-form Jacobs Engineering on its design.

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Plan Commission Approved Multi-Tower Development In West Loop

The Chicago Plan Commission has approved the mixed-use development at 370-401 N Morgan Street in the West Loop. The three-structure proposal will center around the intersection with W Kinzie Street and built in phases, replacing multiple existing buildings just north of the Google Midwest headquarters. Developer Vista Property is moving forward with gathering all necessary approvals for the Gensler-designed development.

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