Commission on Chicago Landmarks
Promontory Point Takes A Step Toward Landmark Status With Key Commission’s Approval
The Point is "probably the most unique location on the Great Lakes," a city commissioner said.
Austin’s Oldest Building Is On Its Way To Becoming A City Landmark
The Seth Warner House is so old it was built before Austin was even part of the city of Chicago.
Beloved Little Village Arch Gets Preliminary Landmark Designation: ‘This Shines A Light On Our Community’
Built in 1990, the two-story structure features a tiled archway with two dome towers and a metal banner reading, “Bienvenidos A Little Village."
West Side’s Pentecostal Church Of Holiness Is Now A Chicago Landmark
The landmark designation recognizes the cultural significance of the 90-year-old church and its historical architecture.
West Side’s Pentecostal Church Of Holiness Could Become A Chicago Landmark Wednesday
The 90-year-old church is recognized for its Romanesque Revival architecture and its role as a pillar of K-Town in North Lawndale.
Former La Luce Building In West Loop Saved From Demolition Again, Given Temporary Landmark Protection
The former Schlitz Tied House dates back to 1891. Most tied houses of this size and stature have been torn down, city officials said.
West Side Pentecostal Church Of Holiness May Soon Become A City Landmark
A city commission unanimously approved recommending Pentecostal Church of Holiness for landmark status. Another city committee and the City Council must vote on it to be final.
After Being Spared From The Wrecking Ball, Victorian Building Formerly Home To La Luce Could Get Landmark Status
If approved, the recommendation would be the first step in designating the Fulton Market building, which dates back to 1891, a city landmark.
Controversial Plan To Build In Wicker Park Historic District Side Lot Gets A Key City Approval
Built in 1884, owners of the three-flat historically maintained the vacant lot as a lush garden. A new owner has other plans.
Wicker Park Neighbors Try To Block Construction On Vacant Side Lot In Historic District
Chicago Landmarks staffers will review the proposal Thursday, but Ald. Brian Hopkins said he will ask for an extension.
Neighbors Demand Maximum Penalties For Property Owner Who Illegally Demolished Historical Wicker Park Building
Built in 1885, the three-flat was one of Wicker Park's last standing balloon-frame buildings, neighbors said.
After City Stops Improper Demolition Of Historic Wicker Park Building, Owner Wants Permission To Finish The Job
Built in 1885, the property is located within the Milwaukee Avenue Historic District, an area protected by the Commission on Chicago Landmarks.
19th Century Lincoln Park Buildings Slated For Landmark Protections Get Preliminary City Approval
Two of the buildings are near planned redevelopments, but the owner has committed to maintaining their architectural features.
Pilsen Neighbors Demand City Scrap Landmark District Plan: ‘They Are Trying To Drag It Out’
Neighbors fear a landmark district would increase costs for longtime Latino homeowners, pushing them out of the area.
‘Gold Standard’ Rehab Of Fulton Market’s Howard Building Honored With Preservation Award
Sterling Bay's $2.1 million restoration of the nearly century-old building was honored by the Commission on Chicago Landmarks.
