Who’s counting cranes in Chicago? Do you have these two? (Soon I won’t be able to see the crane further away.)

Sweet news for Norwood Park. A new 1-story frozen custard shop with drive-thru is coming to the neighborhood. The $1.7M project includes outdoor seating and parking for 21 cars and 7 bikes. buff.ly/nWYpid7

Chicago residential brokers: we explain the three new Property Report features that'll transform your client conversations about downpayments and incentives . Essential reading for anyone closing deals in Chicago.

New feature: which properties flipped for the highest gain in the last 12 months See the full list (membership may be required) - buff.ly/ghmRKBK

They’re going to pay a few tens of thousands of dollars for a second stairway. The rest of the country is moving to allowing four stories with a single stairway, most developed countries allow a dozen or more, and Chicago is stuck at two, like a developing country. secondegress.ca/Jurisdictions

New construction coming to North Lawndale: a 3-story, 6-unit residential building with basement parking and full sprinkler system. buff.ly/HDVeJq9

did you know that Chicago Cityscape does limited consulting? Our main professional service is Zoning Assessments. Read why they're so important to architects, developers, non-profit organizations expanding their space, and lenders. 🗺️

Big renovation coming to Greater Grand Crossing. A 2-unit brick building is being converted to 3 units with full interior rehab and new systems. $320K project. #UnusedZoningCapacity buff.ly/k9kViyG

New veterinary clinic coming to West Town. A 3,335 sq ft renovation project with a $600,000 investment will bring veterinary services to the neighborhood. buff.ly/aEZCN0o

Great news for Lower West Side families. A $630k playground renovation project is underway, including new equipment and pavement work. buff.ly/m2IZ2IV

A new 3-flat is on its way to West Town. Learn more about the developer and designer 🧑‍🎨 buff.ly/MVclBCQ

7 of the zoning change ordinances introduced at Chicago City Council in June, mapped with a Street View photo of each property. Track every proposed zoning change, and get notified about new ones, at www.chicagocityscape.com/ordinances.php

Major exterior renovation underway in Kenwood. This 3-story historic residence is getting tuckpointing, brick replacement, window restoration, and more in a $2.8M project. buff.ly/5jU0TQM

Chicago could soon shift how it applies pedestrian design standards near transit. We break down the proposed "TOD Street" ordinance and the pros and cons for good urban design.

One of the many longstanding data centers in the South Loop is getting new rooftop chillers. buff.ly/SrPBKo0

McKinley Park sees a $1.2M renovation project as a cannabis dispensary gets redesigned with new layout, exposed ceilings, and updated finishes. (This is building #2, as a car crash destroyed the extant building that was being renovated.) buff.ly/da30yvV

Zoning Approved For New Community Hub In Little Village Zoning has been approved for the upcoming c... Get the details + see more in our News & Developments Gallery: buff.ly/2I0P9uF

We updated our Illinois cannabis dispensary map by adding 30 new locations, and are now tracking 274 active licensed dispensaries statewide. Map:

Over in the West Loop a new 16-unit condo building with large layouts got its foundation permit. buff.ly/GJITqq1

the Chicago Single Stair Design Competition has begun! learn how to join by visiting its new website

New 3-flat is coming to this vacant lot in East Garfield Park. 3 units, brick and frame construction with parking and bike spots. See who's behind the $500K project ➡️ buff.ly/MQXN2P2

Understanding Chicago zoning rules before you build can save your project from costly delays or redesigns. Learn what you can actually develop on your site. buff.ly/DgU2YWE

Big changes coming to Jewel-Osco in Lincoln Park. A $1.6M renovation will modernize the store with new fixtures, updated break rooms, expanded deli, and an ADA-compliant pharmacy consult room. buff.ly/uvpLm7N

Precast wall panels have been put up for a warehouse under construction in the Near West Side. Get the details + see more in our News & Developments Gallery: buff.ly/HFd1tNE

Skip probate court, file a TODI for your property Thx Tonika and Clerk Gordon for the info

We wrote a basic ChiBlockBuilder case study so people can see that the program is working and building more housing.

New construction coming to North Lawndale. A 3-story, 3-unit residential building with parking and outdoor space is in the works. buff.ly/3rXcq3u

A new coffee shop is brewing in Pilsen. It'll be unusually small, at 270 sq ft. buff.ly/ph4qQBu

We did a little math to show how much house someone using the city's new HomeGrown downpayment assistance can afford.

Developer pitches nearly 45 affordable apartments in Humboldt Park Hispanic Housing Development Cor... Get the details + see more in our News & Developments Gallery: buff.ly/36UBd6L

Find developable land owned by the City of Chicago using Property Finder. buff.ly/4qgKmw8

Sure why not But can we also re-legalize some new courtyard buildings?

New 5-story residential building coming to West Town with 6 condos, rooftop decks, and parking. $1.57M project approved. buff.ly/9ohgoc0

A $400K coffee shop is brewing in Bucktown. New interior tenant fitout at an existing storefront promises to bring fresh caffeination to the neighborhood.

A six-story building with 70 homes that was constructed about four years ago. Get the details + see more in our News & Developments Gallery: buff.ly/ifY1NZr

Chicago Cityscape just launched a rebuilt search experience. Navigate everything within the platform using the new "Command-K" interface to locate neighborhoods, developments, and stories much, much faster.

This building was demolished in winter 2025 and the proceeding lot has been used as a parking lot But this week it popped up as a Pick, meaning it has good attributes for new development www.chicagocityscape.com/address.php?...

Grace’s Furniture Building Developers Get $3 Million To Revive Logan Square Gym Plan blockclubchicago.org/2026/06/24/g... This is great, hope tenants are found for the storefront next door which has been empty for at least 7 years. Not to mention the space directly across from the L/La Placita

the Chicago Torture Justice Memorial was just permitted here in Washington Park buff.ly/hV455OI

Ald. Lawson made ADUs a priority from day one. Read how Chicago's pilot program is reshaping housing policy and what's next for citywide implementation. buff.ly/T4qauNJ

Wrigley Field in Lake View is investing $1.2M in accessibility upgrades, including a new wheelchair lift and expanded accessible seating across multiple sections. buff.ly/y9l6GPu

A new Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals agenda, decisions or minutes, or video has been added: buff.ly/CQQmlYh (automated)

Holsten is looking to unload its entire portfolio of buildings in Chicago. They've been very innovative and energetic at the intersection of both affordable housing and historic preservation, so it's hard to see this as good news. www.chicagobusiness.com/real-estate/...

Precast wall panels are being set up for the future Firebird Arts Studio in East Garfield Park. Get the details + see more in our News & Developments Gallery: buff.ly/dr5K24I

Illinois's new People Over Parking Act eliminates parking minimums near transit. We explain how this game-changing policy will reshape Chicagoland and downstate development.

Advocate Trinity Hospital PD 1599 Subarea A exterior rendering of emergency department entrance Get the details + see more in our News & Developments Gallery: buff.ly/tMV2Jrh

Another vintage Loop office building teed up for residential conversion Get the details + see more in our News & Developments Gallery: buff.ly/gbY5Kxe

The 1901 Project officially broke ground two weeks ago. Hear Ald. Burnett talk about growing up across the street and now seeing the transformation of parking lots.

1 Year After Clearing Englewood Junkyard, City Seeks To Foreclose On Property Owner’s Vacant Lots®.. Get the details + see more in our News & Developments Gallery: buff.ly/l84DeoA

Chicago residential brokers and home builders: three new Property Report features just launched that could transform your client conversations, especially around affordability and incentives. Learn what's changed: