2218 North Burling Street construction

Three-unit condo development replacing 1890s-era single-family home at 2218 North Burling Street

A new four-story with basement residential building has reached its ultimate height at 2218 North Burling Street in Lincoln Park. The three-unit condominium building is being constructed by Promised Land Development, who are both the general contractor and developer. They’re making great progress; this was still undergoing foundation work when we snuck a peek in May.

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Racine Blue Line station construction

New Racine Blue Line station takes shape over the Eisenhower Expressway

The outer shell is taking shape for the new Racine Blue Line station on Chicago’s Near West Side. The station, which lies between the inbound and outbound lanes of the Eisenhower Expressway, is part of the CTA’s $3 billion plan to reconstruct the Forest Park Branch of the Blue Line system. The Racine renovation alone, which extends from Racine Avenue to the east to Loomis Street to the west, is estimated to cost approximately $23 million.

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5921 South Calumet Avenue, via Google Maps

Permit Issued For 5921 South Calumet Avenue In Washington Park

A permit for new construction has been issued for a property located at 5921 South Calumet Avenue in Washington Park. The permit, which was applied for on May 30 and issued on July 30, allows for the erection of a new three-story apartment building with three dwelling units and one detached garage for three parking spaces located on the same lot.

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