Mixed-Use Development – Southport Corridor News and Events

Lakeview High-Rise Proposal Advances With Revised Design, Demolition Planned

A proposed residential high-rise in Lakeview is moving ahead after its development team unveiled updated plans that include design revisions and a timeline for clearing the site.

Plans revealed for mixed-use development near Southport Corridor in Lakeview

A new mixed-use development has been proposed just east of the Southport Corridor that would replace a surface parking lot with new apartments and neighborhood retail in Lakeview.

Goodbye, Lakeview Giordano’s: City Council approves redevelopment at 1040 W. Belmont

One of Lakeview’s longtime pizza locations is on its way out.

First Look at 3600 N. Southport: New Mixed-Use Development to Bring Retail and Apartments to The Southport Corridor

A new mixed-use development is moving forward at the northwest corner of Southport Avenue and Addison Street, replacing the former Fifth Third Bank property with retail space and apartments in the heart of Chicago’s Southport Corridor, and we now have the first set of renderings along with retail space information.

Demolition Approved for Former Ann Sather Building on Belmont Avenue

A demolition permit has been issued for the former Ann Sather restaurant building at 917 W. Belmont Avenue, clearing the way for the second phase of a mixed-use development near the Belmont CTA station.

Chicago Approves Initial Funding for Foundry Park Along Southport Avenue

The massive Foundry Park redevelopment on Chicago’s North Side took a major step forward this week after the Chicago Community Development Commission approved an initial package of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) assistance for infrastructure and public space improvements.

Why Chicago’s New Buildings Keep Looking So… Basic

If you’ve looked at recent apartment developments across Chicago—especially on the North Side—you may have noticed a recurring theme: lots of dark brick, fiber cement panels, boxy balconies, and simple facades. Few ornate cornices. Few limestone masterpieces. Very little of the architectural drama that defined Chicago’s golden age of construction.

The reason isn’t a lack of imagination.

Lucky Strike Wrigleyville Closes, Leaving One of the Largest Entertainment Vacancies in the Neighborhood

Another high-profile Wrigleyville entertainment destination has gone dark.

Dinkel’s Lofts Cleared for Construction Near Southport Corridor

A major redevelopment project tied to one of Lakeview’s most iconic names is moving forward, as permits have officially been issued for Dinkel’s Lofts at 3329 N. Lincoln Avenue.

Full Building Permit Issued For 48 Apartments And Retail Space At 2600 N. Clark

A full building permit has officially been issued for a new mixed-use development at 2600 N. Clark Street in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, clearing the way for construction of a five-story apartment and retail building on the long-vacant former Dunlay’s On Clark site.