Chicago Department of Planning and Development
First Look At 2 Proposals For West Garfield Park’s Closed Aldi
The competing projects, Garfield Gather And Westgate, include mixed-use buildings anchored by a grocery store that developers say would revitalize the area after years of disinvestment.
Fifth City Commons, A West Side Affordable Housing Development, Breaks Ground
The 43-unit apartment building aimed at keeping West Siders in the neighborhood will be completed by late 2024 or 2025, developers said.
Should Milwaukee Avenue Have Special Zoning? Weigh In At Meeting Next Week
The proposal for the special district would require property owners and developers who want to build or modify buildings on Milwaukee Avenue to follow specific design guidelines.
131-Year-Old Women’s Shelter Building In East Garfield Park Facing Demolition Should Be Saved, Preservationists Say
The Wolfson Building was once a center for single women and mothers, particularly women of color. The building's owner applied for a demolition permit in May.
Mercy Housing Plans 50 Affordable Apartments In South Loop After City Council Approval
The organization's Prairie District Apartments plan includes new apartments on Michigan Avenue and renovated single-room occupancy units at 18th and Wabash.
West Siders Can Join An Open House This Week To Weigh In On New Garfield Park Grocery Store
Two development teams are bidding to overhaul a stretch of Madison Street to include a grocery store that would fill the void left by Aldi in 2021.
Rogers Park’s Howard Street Getting ‘Corridor Ambassadors’ To Boost Struggling Shopping District
The guides will greet shoppers and commuters on Howard Street as well as offer business suggestions and call in 311 requests.
Woodlawn Social, With 60 Affordable Apartments And 10 Townhomes On 63rd Street, Gets Key City Backing
The planning department chose the $48.4 million project as the winning proposal for long-vacant 63rd Street land, and city officials will now begin a formal review process.
City Funding Could Help Bring More Affordable Housing To LaSalle Street
More than 1,600 apartments are slated to come to the financial corridor.
The Warehouse, Birthplace Of House Music, Takes Key Step Toward Becoming A Chicago Landmark
The three-story industrial building once housed a dance club that featured the legendary DJ Frankie Knuckles. Owners Thursday said they have no plans to demolish the building.
More Rental Housing And A New Park Could Be Coming To The South Loop
Parkway Residences, a 100-unit development, will offer a combination of single-level and duplex apartments.
$3.8 Billion Bronzeville Lakefront Megadevelopment Breaks Ground At Former Michael Reese Hospital Site
The sprawling 48-acre megadevelopment will offer mixed-income housing, retail, a welcoming center and a life sciences center. It's expected to be completed by 2035.
Army Veteran Opening Sports Bar In North Lawndale And Carrying On Family’s Legacy
Shatondrea Cox received $184,000 through a city grant for the 14Fourty Bar and Grill. She hopes to open in September.
What’s Next For A Vacant Stretch Of Woodlawn’s 63rd Street? Developers Pitch Apartments, Lofts, Restaurants And More
The redevelopment of 1.65 acres on 63rd Street between Ingleside and Greenwood avenues would boost Woodlawn’s affordable housing stock by redeveloping 52 city-owned lots.
Clark Street In Uptown Could Get Protected Bike Lanes, Public Spaces And Less Parking As Part Of Master Plan
The Clark Street Crossroads study is out with a list of recommendations for the sleepy stretch of Clark Street between Montrose and Foster avenues.
Neighborhood Businesses Looking To Expand Downtown Could Get $300,000 Boost If They Open On LaSalle Street
The fund would help revitalize LaSalle Street while giving small businesses in low-income areas the boost they need to increase brand recognition and their customer base, city officials said.
Logan Square’s Milwaukee Avenue In Line For Special Zoning Designation To Preserve ‘Unique Character’
The designation would protect the neighborhood's architecture, demographics, culture and environment, officials said. Neighbors can learn more at a community meeting Wednesday.
LaSalle Street Could See A Housing Boom Under New City Program. Here’s A Look At The Projects Pitched
Developers submitted nine proposals to turn old office buildings into residential spots. The city is considering them for funding.
City’s Neighborhood Opportunity Fund Has ‘Potential’ But Lacks Way To Measure Success, Watchdog Says
An audit released Wednesday says the city cannot tell if its grant program is having an impact on the South and West sides because it doesn't have measurable goals.
City Picks Short List Of Developers For Woodlawn Site — And Disgraced Ald. Willie Cochran Weighs In
Three teams introduced themselves to neighbors as they aim to redevelop vacant, city-owned land on 63rd Street between Ingleside and Greenwood avenues.
