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354 N Union Avenue Surpasses Neighboring K2 Apartments in Fulton River District

7:45 am on May 18, 2022 By Jack Crawford

Construction is close to topping out for a 33-story apartment tower at 354 N Union Avenue in the Fulton River District. Developer Onni Group has planned for 373 total residential units, ranging in size from a 400-square-foot studio to a 1,600-square-foot penthouse. The formerly empty lot occupies a trapezoidal parcel bound by Union Avenue to the east, the railway to the south, the elevated Halsted Street to the west, and the neighboring K2 apartment tower to the north.

Potential Demolition Announced For Historical Edgewater Church

7:30 am on May 18, 2022 By Ian Achong

The sale and potential demolition has been announced of the Epworth United Methodist Church at 5253 N Kenmore Avenue in Edgewater. Located just south of the intersection with W Berwyn Avenue, a little east of Foster Beach and the lakefront, the church has stood in this spot since its completion in 1891. News on its sale recently broke to the congregation who hosted their last service within its walls this past Sunday, after a last-minute estate-sale in order to part ways with surplus items. The church is the latest in a long string of historical structures in danger of demolition for new developments.

Demolition Permits Issued for 1757 W Superior Street in West Town

7:00 am on May 18, 2022 By Bee Ricketts

A demolition permit has been issued for the removal of a two-story masonry building and a detached frame garage located at 1757 W Superior Street in the West Town neighborhood. The permit’s owner has been listed as John Downes Construction Inc.

Initial Plans Revealed For Residential Development At 4701 N Clark Street In Uptown

7:45 am on May 17, 2022 By Ian Achong

Initial plans have been revealed for a new residential project at 4701 N Clark Street in Uptown. Located just north of the intersection with W Leland Avenue near the St. Boniface Catholic Cemetery on a stretch of road that is a part of the ongoing Clark Street Crossroads initiative, the new project will replace an existing one-story bank and drive-thru that is currently vacant. Developer Platinum Homes is working with local architecture firm 360 Design Studio on the new structure on the dominant corner.

New Guinness Venue Brewing in Fulton Market District

7:30 am on May 17, 2022 By Jack Crawford

Both interior and exterior renovations are taking shape for Fulton Market’s old Pennsylvania Railroad Terminal Building, located at 375 N Morgan Street in Fulton Market district. Developed in partnership between Guinness and Fred Latsko, the structure is being converted into the beer maker’s second US location, which will feature a 10-barrel brewery, a pub, and a restaurant.

Demolition Permits Issued for 820 S Karlov Avenue in West Garfield Park

7:00 am on May 17, 2022 By Bee Ricketts

Demolition permits were issued at the end of last week for the removal of a two-story multi-unit building located at 820 S Karlov Avenue in the West Garfield Park neighborhood. Leeway Wrecking Inc will be acting as the demolition contractor on this project. The property has been vacant for a prolonged period. At the time of this writing, no additional permits have been ordered at this property site.

Crane Removed from Salesforce Tower Chicago at 333 Wolf Point Plaza in River North

7:45 am on May 16, 2022 By Jack Crawford

Now standing its final height of 850 feet, the 60-story Salesforce Tower in River North has now removed its tower crane. Well on track to reach completion by next year, this glassy skyscraper at 333 Wolf Point Plaza will be the city’s 17th tallest skyscraper. It will also mark the final installment in a three-part megadevelopment by Hines known as Wolf Point. Located at the confluence of the Chicago River, this scheme also includes a 500-foot apartment tower known as Wolf Point West, as well as a 679-foot apartment tower dubbed Wolf Point East.

Final Landmark Status Approved For Puerto Rican Flag Markers In Humboldt Park

7:30 am on May 16, 2022 By Ian Achong

The Commission on Chicago Landmarks has approved the final landmark status for the Puerto Rican flag markers along W Division Street in Humboldt Park. Located on the east and west extents of what is known as Paseo Boricua, considered the most-densely commercialized Puerto Rican business district in the US, the flags serve as a visual reminder of the area’s heritage in the recent decades. Originally proposed by community leaders, the markers found at the intersections with N Mozart Street and N Artesian Avenue were designed by local firm DeStefano & Partners, and were unveiled to the public on Three Kings day in 1995.

Azn Pryde Market Coming to Metropolitan Brewing in Avondale on May 22nd

7:00 am on May 16, 2022 By Bee Ricketts

Two local chefs are bringing a new market dedicated to Asian culture to Avondale next weekend. Cat Pham, who sells Vietnamese cuisine under @scratchsniffpurr on Instagram, and Ash Lemasters, the chef behind vegan bento box pop-up Snackie Chan, have founded the Azn Pryde Market. The first event is planned for 11 am to 5 pm on Sunday, May 22nd at Metropolitan Brewing, 3057 N Rockwell Street in Avondale.

210 N Aberdeen Street. Rendering by NORR

Demo Permits Issued for 210 N Aberdeen Street in Fulton Market District

7:45 am on May 15, 2022 By Jack Crawford

Demolition permits have been approved for an L-shaped parcel at 210 N Aberdeen Street in Fulton Market, giving way to a new 19-story mixed-use building. LG Development Group has planned for 414 apartment units atop 10,500 square feet of retail. Currently, the site is occupied by a series of low-rise brick buildings. One of these structures, the historic Arthur Harris Building, will only be partially demolished then integrated into the new design.

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