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1000M Continues Ascent in South Loop

7:45 am on May 4, 2022 By Jack Crawford

As concrete and steel continue to rise, the podium is now taking shape for a planned 73-story residential tower known as 1000M, located at 1000 S Michigan Avenue in South Loop. At a revised height of 788 feet, the skyscraper is currently one of Chicago’s tallest active construction projects, helping to expand city’s skyline further south. After a 20-month stall, developer trio JK Equities, Time Equities, and Oak Capitals have updated their condominium plans to 738 rental units, ranging in size from studios up through three-bedrooms.

City Council Approves Residential Development At 1800 W 17th Street In Pilsen

7:30 am on May 4, 2022 By Ian Achong

The Chicago City Council has approved a new residential development at 1800 W 17th Street in Pilsen. Located west of the intersection with W Wood Street, the new proposal replaces an empty lot in a heavily residential area not too far from the National Museum of Mexican Art, and just south of Union Pacific Global yard and tracks. Developer SBSS Holdings LLC is working with local design firm Hanna Architects, who are known for their small-scale neighborhood projects across the city, on the new multi-unit property in the bustling neighborhood.

Demolition Permit Issued for 2225 W Huron Street in West Town

7:00 am on May 4, 2022 By Bee Ricketts

Demolition permits were issued just yesterday for the removal of a frame two-story multi-unit building located at 2225 W Huron Street in the West Town neighborhood. The demo will also include a detached frame garage. All Concrete Chicago Inc will be acting as the demolition contractor on this project.

City Council Approves Projects In Fulton Market And Goose Island

7:45 am on May 3, 2022 By Ian Achong

The Chicago City Council has approved a mixed-use development at 170 N Green Street in Fulton Market as well as a commercial development at 1132 W Blackhawk Street on Goose Island. Both projects were recently approved by the Plan Commission as well late last month, they will now be able to apply for construction permits and schedule a forthcoming groundbreaking. 170 N Green Street is a joint project from partner developers CRG and Shapack Partners, while 1132 W Blackhawk Street is being proposed by the Mars-Wrigley Company.

Permits Issued for 833 W Wilson Avenue in Uptown

7:30 am on May 3, 2022 By Jack Crawford

Construction permits have been issued for a new six-story independent senior living building located at 833 W Wilson Avenue in Near North Side. The 71-foot-tall structure will replace a currently empty lot just west of Clarendon Community Center and the broader Montrose park area.

New Tree Equity Initiative “Our Roots Chicago” Announced

7:00 am on May 3, 2022 By Bee Ricketts

This past week on Arbor Day Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot unveiled the City of Chicago’s newest tree initiative. According to the press release the city will plant 75,000 trees over the next five years.

920 N Wells Street at North Union. Rendering by Hartshorne Plunkard Architecture

First Tower at North Union Megadevelopment Preps for Groundbreaking in Near North Side

7:45 am on May 2, 2022 By Jack Crawford

Caisson drills and other equipment can be seen at the site of 920 N Wells Street, which will give way to a new 19-story residential building in Near North Side. This new edifice will be the first step in a $1.3 billion mega development known as North Union. This masterplan will deliver nearly three million square feet of mixed-use space, while adding 2,656 new residential units to the Downtown area.

Initial Details Revealed For Residential Development At 1649 N Halsted Street In Old Town

7:30 am on May 2, 2022 By Ian Achong

Initial details have been revealed for a residential development at 1649 N Halsted Street in Old Town. Located just north of the intersection with W North Avenue and across the street from the recently expanded Steppenwolf Theater, the project would replace the multi-building complex of the Royal George Theater and its adjoining parking garage. Developer Draper & Kramer recently updated their website to show the first rendering of the new structure which also includes the 2020 proposal by JDL at 1623 N Halsted Street.

Demolition Permit Issued for 1644 W Diversey Parkway in Lake View

7:00 am on May 2, 2022 By Bee Ricketts

A demolition permit was filed this past week for a one-story commercial building located at 1644 W Diversey Parkway in the Lake View neighborhood. The permit’s owners have been listed as Eirpol LLC.

New Nine-Story Apartment Building Planned for 330 W Chestnut Street in Near North Side

7:45 am on May 1, 2022 By Jack Crawford

Draper & Kramer has announced plans for a new nine-story residential building to be located at 330 W Chestnut Street, just north of the Chicago Avenue corridor in Near North Side. These plans include 129 total units, comprised of convertibles up through two-bedrooms. Out of the 129 on-site residences, 26 will be designated as affordable under ARO guidelines. There will also be a ground-level retail space, and various amenity spaces such as a ground-level area and a top-floor deck.

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