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City Council Approves New CTA Facility In West Garfield Park

7:45 am on August 12, 2024 By Ian Achong

The Chicago City Council has approved the new Chicago Transit Authority consolidated control center at 335 N Pulaski Road in West Garfield Park. Having received approval from the Plan Commission earlier this year, the project has been in development for over two years now. The new center is being co-developed between the CTA and Farpoint Development.

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The Neighborhood Hotel West Loop renovation

Permit issued to begin renovation of 801 West Madison into The Neighborhood Hotel West Loop

7:30 am on August 12, 2024 By Daniel Schell

A renovation permit was issued August 1 by the city of Chicago to convert the former Mid-City Trust & Savings Bank building at 801 West Madison Street into a hotel. Built in 1912, it was designated a Chicago Landmark in 2012. Vacant since 2005, it was last occupied by MB Financial Bank.

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1821 South Fairfield Avenue, via Google Maps

Renovation Permit Issued For 1821 South Fairfield Avenue In North Lawndale

7:00 am on August 12, 2024 By Max Gillespie

A permit for renovation and alteration has been issued for a property located at 1821 South Fairfield Avenue in North Lawndale. The permit, which was applied for on April 15 and issued on August 7, allows for interior alterations to a two-and-a-half-story, two-dwelling unit building.

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City Council Approves Mixed-Use Development In Motor Row

7:45 am on August 11, 2024 By Ian Achong

The Chicago City Council has approved the mixed-use development at 2328 S Michigan Avenue in Motor Row. Set to rise near E 23rd Street, the project includes a mid-rise and will bring much needed density to an area which has struggled to grow in recent years. The proposal is being led by local developer Fern Hill who is also working on Old Town Canvas.

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Kensington School Wicker Park construction

Construction progress: Kensington School at 1745 North Damen Avenue

7:30 am on August 11, 2024 By Daniel Schell

Construction progress continues for the new Kensington School early childhood education center in Wicker Park. Located at 1745 North Damen Avenue, the three-story, 25,000-square-foot building is a design by Charles Vincent George Architects. Along with daycare facilities, the center will also include art and music rooms, and a rooftop play area.

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