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Supported a comment by J Jag on
North and LaSalle
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Supported a comment by J Jag on
North and LaSalle
6 months, 1 week ago
J Jag
Cannot stand anymore high rises...they are ruining the charm of old town. Any type of residential needs to be kept low and adhere to the original architecture that brought so many of us to old town in the beginning.
Cannot stand anymore high rises...they are ruining the charm of old town. Any type of residential needs to be kept low and adhere to the original architecture that brought so many of us to old town in the beginning.
Commented on North and LaSalle
8 months ago
Institutional/Civic
Commented on North and LaSalle
8 months ago
Agreed! An affordable grocery store is what's needed in this neighborhood, I understand Plum is shutting down and people are suggesting that move into the vacant space but not everyone can afford to shop there. The price alone for produce is crazy high! I hope we can get something that is a good fit for everyone in the area and we don't have to scrape pennies to buy groceries.
Supported a comment by Mary Catherine Burns on
North and LaSalle
8 months ago
Mary Catherine Burns
Affordable Grocery Store/Traders Joes
Affordable Grocery Store/Traders Joes
Supported a comment by Leslie E on
North and LaSalle
8 months ago
Leslie E
Not Whole Foods - too expensive and specialized. Some of us can't afford overpriced organic products, etc.
Not Whole Foods - too expensive and specialized. Some of us can't afford overpriced organic products, etc.
Supported a comment by Trish A on
North and LaSalle
8 months ago
Trish A
Sadly, it is not being used for anything. It is clear that I, as most in the community, want a grocery store to go into the vacant Treasure Island space. Plum and Foxtrot are not meeting our needs.
Sadly, it is not being used for anything. It is clear that I, as most in the community, want a grocery store to go into the vacant Treasure Island space. Plum and Foxtrot are not meeting our needs.
Supported a comment by Cheryl Rothschild on
North and LaSalle
8 months ago
Cheryl Rothschild
TRADER JOE’S
TRADER JOE’S
Supported a comment by Cameron Sigmon on
North and LaSalle
8 months ago
Cameron Sigmon
A new grocery store - please! A Trader Joe's would do SO well in this location - nothing affordable for over a mile!
A new grocery store - please! A Trader Joe's would do SO well in this location - nothing affordable for over a mile!
Supported a comment by Trish A on
North and LaSalle
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Trish A
The space should go to Moody Church for their use.
The space should go to Moody Church for their use.
Supported a comment by Mike Chapman on
North and LaSalle
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Mike Chapman
No high rises or tall buildings!!
No high rises or tall buildings!!
Supported a comment by Suzanne McLone on
North and LaSalle
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Suzanne McLone
We need a grocery store, and we need the open space to be protected, i.e. NO HIGH-RISE
We need a grocery store, and we need the open space to be protected, i.e. NO HIGH-RISE
Supported a comment by Gerrad M on
North and LaSalle
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Gerrad M
Trader Joe's, or another less expensive grocer please
Trader Joe's, or another less expensive grocer please
Supported a comment by Jamie C on
North and LaSalle
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Jamie C
A low rise building that is the same height as Moody. I thought Moody wanted to expand which would be great (as long as same height).
A low rise building that is the same height as Moody. I thought Moody wanted to expand which would be great (as long as same height).
Supported a comment by Karen R on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
Karen R
Foxtrot is practically within spitting distance. Another one of these is totally unnecessary.
Foxtrot is practically within spitting distance. Another one of these is totally unnecessary.
Supported a comment by Leslie E on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
Leslie E
Since Moody owns it they do a good job of snow clearance and picking up garbage and the churchgoers who use the parking lot are not rowdy, especially late at night. However, the sidewalk badly needs to be repaved. People have tripped and hurt themselves on the uneven flag stones. I am not against a parking lot for this site, even one with 2 or 3 stories. Parking is badly needed in this area. Perhaps it could be one of those places where the business you visit could share the cost of parking with you. However the appearance and curb appeal needs to be greatly improved. I would also like to see Amazon lockers in this area, so perhaps one storey could be used for that. Definitely don't want any more bars or apartment buildings especially any more hi-rises. There are a lot of empty retail space in the hood so we definitely don't need retail space.
Since Moody owns it they do a good job of snow clearance and picking up garbage and the churchgoers who use the parking lot are not rowdy, especially late at night. However, the sidewalk badly needs to be repaved. People have tripped and hurt themselves on the uneven flag stones. I am not against a parking lot for this site, even one with 2 or 3 stories. Parking is badly needed in this area. Perhaps it could be one of those places where the business you visit could share the cost of parking with you. However the appearance and curb appeal needs to be greatly improved. I would also like to see Amazon lockers in this area, so perhaps one storey could be used for that. Definitely don't want any more bars or apartment buildings especially any more hi-rises. There are a lot of empty retail space in the hood so we definitely don't need retail space.
Supported a comment by Phyllis M. on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
Phyllis M.
No more big buildings that do not enhance the historic charm of our neighborhood. I am sure that your superb designer could come up with a plan to make this block a fabulous oasis in the middle of the city
No more big buildings that do not enhance the historic charm of our neighborhood. I am sure that your superb designer could come up with a plan to make this block a fabulous oasis in the middle of the city
Supported a comment by Tim Carew on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
Tim Carew
The Moody Church Parking lot with its apparent special use variance made years ago should continue to abide by existing zoning law classification and mapping for neighborhood shopping districts which limits commercial and residential development to three stories under B1-3 Zoning. This zoning protects our historic Old Town Triangle District and distinguishes it from many overly developed neighborhoods with rampant mid-rise and high rise residential tower development and associated AirBNB use and traffic congestion. The site under current use and zoning ensures sunlight and evening light and nighttime luminescence that makes our neighborhood very walkable and ensures public safety.
The Moody Church Parking lot with its apparent special use variance made years ago should continue to abide by existing zoning law classification and mapping for neighborhood shopping districts which limits commercial and residential development to three stories under B1-3 Zoning. This zoning protects our historic Old Town Triangle District and distinguishes it from many overly developed neighborhoods with rampant mid-rise and high rise residential tower development and associated AirBNB use and traffic congestion. The site under current use and zoning ensures sunlight and evening light and nighttime luminescence that makes our neighborhood very walkable and ensures public safety.
Supported a comment by Debra D on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
Debra D
A high rise would disrupt the ambiance of the Old Town neighborhood and I am opposed to a high rise.
A high rise would disrupt the ambiance of the Old Town neighborhood and I am opposed to a high rise.
Supported a comment by Carol C on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
Carol C
Moody owns it & needs parking for church services, so unless it could get a workable deal for Sundays, perhaps with the Stockton/Clark/LaSalle Dr. parking lot, they should keep it as is or also let the public park there for a fee on weekdays.
Moody owns it & needs parking for church services, so unless it could get a workable deal for Sundays, perhaps with the Stockton/Clark/LaSalle Dr. parking lot, they should keep it as is or also let the public park there for a fee on weekdays.
Supported a comment by Corinne Svoboda on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
Corinne Svoboda
Its openness and low zoning, a welcome departure from the towering and impersonal forts now proliferating the city, reflect the wisdom of earlier planners in recognizing and protecting the heritage of this district of preserved historic homes and some built after the Great Chicago Fire which are yearly attractions for guided walking tours, as well as the richness of complementary architecture framing this Gateway to the Old Town Triangle with its Moody Church, Chicago History Museum, a performing arts center, art galleries, restaurants and shops, all built as a cohesive unit and on a human scale. This little parcel's development should serve as a reflection of all that and a continuum to the Triangle's legacy.
Its openness and low zoning, a welcome departure from the towering and impersonal forts now proliferating the city, reflect the wisdom of earlier planners in recognizing and protecting the heritage of this district of preserved historic homes and some built after the Great Chicago Fire which are yearly attractions for guided walking tours, as well as the richness of complementary architecture framing this Gateway to the Old Town Triangle with its Moody Church, Chicago History Museum, a performing arts center, art galleries, restaurants and shops, all built as a cohesive unit and on a human scale. This little parcel's development should serve as a reflection of all that and a continuum to the Triangle's legacy.
Supported a comment by Suzanne McLone on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
Suzanne McLone
The view from our condo (1660 N LaSalle) is spectacular, and we are very concerned that this development is going to ruin that
The view from our condo (1660 N LaSalle) is spectacular, and we are very concerned that this development is going to ruin that
Supported a comment by Sandra Rollheiser on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
Sandra Rollheiser
Something that would blend in with the historic ambiance of Old Town. No high rise. Nothing that would increase the congestion in that area. Perhaps some green space.
Something that would blend in with the historic ambiance of Old Town. No high rise. Nothing that would increase the congestion in that area. Perhaps some green space.
Supported a comment by Sandra Rollheiser on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
Sandra Rollheiser
Please no high rise at this location. Something that would fit in with the historic ambiance of Old Town.
Please no high rise at this location. Something that would fit in with the historic ambiance of Old Town.
Supported a comment by kate leatham on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
kate leatham
NO big story HIGH RISE, turning Old Town into a HI-RISE CANYON, with the EXISTING charming architecture of OLD TOWN crammed into the Canyon as "the survivors."
NO big story HIGH RISE, turning Old Town into a HI-RISE CANYON, with the EXISTING charming architecture of OLD TOWN crammed into the Canyon as "the survivors."
Supported a comment by Dwayne Whitmore on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
Dwayne Whitmore
I would like to see to see Old Town stay a quiet and quaint neighborhood. There are enough bars and Hi-Rise in the area.We moved here because it was special and it actually felt like a great place to live and grow old without the hustle and bustle.
I would like to see to see Old Town stay a quiet and quaint neighborhood. There are enough bars and Hi-Rise in the area.We moved here because it was special and it actually felt like a great place to live and grow old without the hustle and bustle.
Supported a comment by Kash M on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
Kash M
We don't need another high rise, as we have enough in the area. But I think a 2-4 story building would be a great combination of different functions to cater to different audiences in the neighborhood
We don't need another high rise, as we have enough in the area. But I think a 2-4 story building would be a great combination of different functions to cater to different audiences in the neighborhood
Supported a comment by Karen R on
North and LaSalle
9 months ago
Karen R
It provides necessary parking for church members, plus is a source of revenue from parking during high demand weekends (e.g., Old Town Art Fair, Air & Water Show), although it seems like it could be expanded. Is it in operation during the evenings for people who drive to Wells Street? If it didn't exist, where would church members park? While the area has zoned parking, church needs are generally during the day and, especially on the weekends. While legal for them to park in those zoned residential areas, it might prove very difficult.
It provides necessary parking for church members, plus is a source of revenue from parking during high demand weekends (e.g., Old Town Art Fair, Air & Water Show), although it seems like it could be expanded. Is it in operation during the evenings for people who drive to Wells Street? If it didn't exist, where would church members park? While the area has zoned parking, church needs are generally during the day and, especially on the weekends. While legal for them to park in those zoned residential areas, it might prove very difficult.
Commented on North and LaSalle
9 months, 1 week ago
Please don't place another high-rise building here, there are many other ways to utilize this space.
Commented on North and LaSalle
9 months, 1 week ago
Parking
Commented on North and LaSalle
9 months, 1 week ago
I don't think we need any more housing in the area like a lot of the other comments are saying. Again this is benefiting the church and the members of the church, we should continue to provide easily accessible parking for when they are visiting the church. Maybe spice up the curb appeal or add some additional floors to increase the spaces provided. Then outside of church parking, it can be paid parking for the shops, restaurants, shows in the community. Yes, this will increase traffic but it also increases the revenue within our community. Not having accessible parking lures people away from coming and visiting those Mom and Pop stores/restaurants, which is why a lot of those places have closed over the years. If we are wanting to benefit the community, we have to think of it as a whole.
Commented on North and LaSalle
9 months, 1 week ago
The only negative is that it's small and it's lacking curb appeal.
Commented on North and LaSalle
9 months, 1 week ago
The current use is a parking lot, which a lot of commenters are saying is "useless" for the community BUT this is a parking lot for the Moody Church! This church is a part of our community and has been for years and it's serving the members of that church who don't live in the area with parking. In the city alone, parking is hard to come by, especially in the Old Town area.
Supported a comment by Laura B on
North and LaSalle
9 months, 1 week ago
Laura B
Please no more high rises in this area! Already over populated. Those of us who live here have beautiful park & lake views. Don't take that away!
Please no more high rises in this area! Already over populated. Those of us who live here have beautiful park & lake views. Don't take that away!
Supported a comment by C Williams on
North and LaSalle
9 months, 1 week ago
C Williams
This property should be used to help create a more pedestrian-friendly LaSalle, especially so close to Old Town. Historic character and density can, and do, coexist!
This property should be used to help create a more pedestrian-friendly LaSalle, especially so close to Old Town. Historic character and density can, and do, coexist!
Supported a comment by John G on
North and LaSalle
9 months, 1 week ago
John G
It provides parking for congregants at the Moody Church so they are not taking up street parking. Since no one lives there it keeps the density down for the area and it gives us views of the Loop.
It provides parking for congregants at the Moody Church so they are not taking up street parking. Since no one lives there it keeps the density down for the area and it gives us views of the Loop.
Supported a comment by John G on
North and LaSalle
9 months, 1 week ago
John G
If the parking lot is torn down for a building or buildings, they can't be tall. No taller than about 5 stories. We should keep density for the area in check.
If the parking lot is torn down for a building or buildings, they can't be tall. No taller than about 5 stories. We should keep density for the area in check.
Supported a comment by John G on
North and LaSalle
9 months, 1 week ago
John G
Absolutely no high-rise buildings! Anything taller than about 5 stories would be too much for that lot.
Absolutely no high-rise buildings! Anything taller than about 5 stories would be too much for that lot.
Supported a comment by gary schwartz on
North and LaSalle
9 months, 1 week ago
gary schwartz
With regard to the parking lot On the northwest corner of LaSalle and North ave., I would hope that Fern Hill understands that 1660 N LaSalle , James House, Americana Towers were built 50 yrs. ago, give or take a few years. Times were quite different back then and the Old Town area was not quite developed the way it is today. However, not long after the creation of the existing high rises the community recognized that if continued development occurred with additional high rises that the entire character of the Old Town neighborhood would be put into jeopardy. Consequently, various groups organized to have the zoning laws reflect that endeavor. In that regard not only would the erecting of a tall building contravene that endeavor and change the character of Old Town even more than it has by the high rise structures that already exist, it would destroy the property values of hundreds of individuals who have invested much of their net worth into the units. The value of their investment would be substantially diminished for the sake of profits to a large corporate enterprise at the expense of individual home owners. Please limit the height of any planned multistory building to a level that will not destroy the finances of the individuals who have been invested here for decades.
With regard to the parking lot On the northwest corner of LaSalle and North ave., I would hope that Fern Hill understands that 1660 N LaSalle , James House, Americana Towers were built 50 yrs. ago, give or take a few years. Times were quite different back then and the Old Town area was not quite developed the way it is today. However, not long after the creation of the existing high rises the community recognized that if continued development occurred with additional high rises that the entire character of the Old Town neighborhood would be put into jeopardy. Consequently, various groups organized to have the zoning laws reflect that endeavor. In that regard not only would the erecting of a tall building contravene that endeavor and change the character of Old Town even more than it has by the high rise structures that already exist, it would destroy the property values of hundreds of individuals who have invested much of their net worth into the units. The value of their investment would be substantially diminished for the sake of profits to a large corporate enterprise at the expense of individual home owners. Please limit the height of any planned multistory building to a level that will not destroy the finances of the individuals who have been invested here for decades.
Commented on North and LaSalle
9 months, 4 weeks ago
Commercial
Commented on North and LaSalle
9 months, 4 weeks ago
I think we can all agree that a grocery store is needed here. The community needs one. As for improvement, I would like to see a grocery store with windows all down the side to provide additional light and openness. Additionally, adding in some security cameras around the store to help provide a safer community for everyone.
Commented on North and LaSalle
9 months, 4 weeks ago
As mentioned in my previous comment, this space is empty which causes not a lot of foot traffic, it's a dark area for people to walk by at night which makes it feel unsafe. It's taken so long to get a grocery store back in there that it's caused many of us to have to trek to other stores miles away. It's been a waste of space for the past 3+ years and it's very disappointing that it's taken this long to even get a replacement.
Commented on North and LaSalle
9 months, 4 weeks ago
Currently, this property doesn't provide any positive benefits since it's empty. It actually has lowered the neighborhood in the last however many years it's been empty. I don't like walking by this building as the majority of the time it's dark, empty (not much foot traffic) and it makes me feel very unsafe.
Supported a comment by gina m on
North and LaSalle
10 months ago
gina m
I fully agree--Old Town does not need more shadows, darkness, and increased traffic--there are enough high rises in this area. This area is unique and quaint and should stay that way--not claustrophobic and congested.
I fully agree--Old Town does not need more shadows, darkness, and increased traffic--there are enough high rises in this area. This area is unique and quaint and should stay that way--not claustrophobic and congested.
Supported a comment by Jen I on
North and LaSalle
10 months ago
Jen I
No more high rises. Need more townhomes or smaller buildings that echo the historic architecture that so many love about chicago. There are already too many new buildings that are contemporary and feel out of place.
No more high rises. Need more townhomes or smaller buildings that echo the historic architecture that so many love about chicago. There are already too many new buildings that are contemporary and feel out of place.
Supported a comment by W Lo on
North and LaSalle
10 months ago
W Lo
keep old town OLD...low rise, classic architecture, no glass high rises!
keep old town OLD...low rise, classic architecture, no glass high rises!
Supported a comment by Paul D. Zavodnyik on
North and LaSalle
10 months ago
Paul D. Zavodnyik
We need a grocery store. There isn’t anything north of us and we have to walk a half mile south to find one
We need a grocery store. There isn’t anything north of us and we have to walk a half mile south to find one
Supported a comment by Georganna Yessaian on
North and LaSalle
10 months ago
Georganna Yessaian
Old Town is such a desirable and sweet place to live. It stands out from other neighborhoods in Chicago being so quaint and charming. The last thing I would want to see is have Old Town turn into something similar to River North with high rises and congestion. I know this has been expressed but a grocery store would be such a great addition to the neighborhood. Something like Dom's. Just no high rises please.
Old Town is such a desirable and sweet place to live. It stands out from other neighborhoods in Chicago being so quaint and charming. The last thing I would want to see is have Old Town turn into something similar to River North with high rises and congestion. I know this has been expressed but a grocery store would be such a great addition to the neighborhood. Something like Dom's. Just no high rises please.
Supported a comment by Alexis Pavlatos on
North and LaSalle
10 months ago
Alexis Pavlatos
The beauty of the Moody Bible building is overshadowed by this eyesore. I'm fine with residential or commercial, just please provide for SOME green space and make it blend in with the beauty of the neighborhood!
The beauty of the Moody Bible building is overshadowed by this eyesore. I'm fine with residential or commercial, just please provide for SOME green space and make it blend in with the beauty of the neighborhood!
Supported a comment by Neil Cook on
North and LaSalle
10 months ago
Neil Cook
I am glad that the current property respects the historic architecture of The Moody Church architecture and stays within zoning for a 5-story building. Thank you.
I am glad that the current property respects the historic architecture of The Moody Church architecture and stays within zoning for a 5-story building. Thank you.
Supported a comment by Roberta Cook on
North and LaSalle
10 months ago
Roberta Cook
I have lived across the street from this location for 13 years. In my world travels I have come to appreciate that there are few places where you can see water, park spaces and skylines, all from one view. There are plenty of spots for high rises, but few neigborhoods that rival Old Town. People do not just need more condos, but places to gather and enjoy life. Old Town’s historical architecture and character makes it stand out. This also increases real estate value, diminishes over-crowding and keeps Old Town desirable.
I have lived across the street from this location for 13 years. In my world travels I have come to appreciate that there are few places where you can see water, park spaces and skylines, all from one view. There are plenty of spots for high rises, but few neigborhoods that rival Old Town. People do not just need more condos, but places to gather and enjoy life. Old Town’s historical architecture and character makes it stand out. This also increases real estate value, diminishes over-crowding and keeps Old Town desirable.
Supported a comment by Cassandra H on
North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Cassandra H
Bookstore; food hall with places to sit/work; local restaurants; florist; encourage more independent shops
Bookstore; food hall with places to sit/work; local restaurants; florist; encourage more independent shops
Supported a comment by David Petersen on
North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
David Petersen
Low rise and town homes like at Eugene terrace
Low rise and town homes like at Eugene terrace
Supported a comment by Karen R on
North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Karen R
Old Town needs to return to providing goods and services to its residents. As others have mentioned, the area south of North Ave has been turned into an arm of Division St's bar scene. Gone are all the stores that residents used to frequent for their basic needs. There are no cutting-edge restaurants in the area, likely because rentals are too high. Instead, most dining options cater to the bar crowd or tourists. Old Town has lost its florists, bookstores, bakeries, and hopefully not its Walgreens. It has lost its neighborhood charm and character. I'm not even sure why the area south of North Ave calls itself Old Town, when nearly all the Victorian buildings have been demolished. It is kind of joke. I visit other US and European cities that have managed their development far better than Chicago because their quaint older sections are respected and preserved. No one in Chicago appears to care.
Old Town needs to return to providing goods and services to its residents. As others have mentioned, the area south of North Ave has been turned into an arm of Division St's bar scene. Gone are all the stores that residents used to frequent for their basic needs. There are no cutting-edge restaurants in the area, likely because rentals are too high. Instead, most dining options cater to the bar crowd or tourists. Old Town has lost its florists, bookstores, bakeries, and hopefully not its Walgreens. It has lost its neighborhood charm and character. I'm not even sure why the area south of North Ave calls itself Old Town, when nearly all the Victorian buildings have been demolished. It is kind of joke. I visit other US and European cities that have managed their development far better than Chicago because their quaint older sections are respected and preserved. No one in Chicago appears to care.
Supported a comment by MK Comms on
North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
MK Comms
casual low cost dining is needed not the kind with a bar and large screen tvs
casual low cost dining is needed not the kind with a bar and large screen tvs
Supported a comment by Leon Corriea on
North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Leon Corriea
I would like to see a neighborhood grocery store - a Trader Joe's or Wholefoods would be the best use of this space. This neighborhood is crying out for a healthy, affordable grocery store.
I would like to see a neighborhood grocery store - a Trader Joe's or Wholefoods would be the best use of this space. This neighborhood is crying out for a healthy, affordable grocery store.
Supported a comment by Ramon Torres on
North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Ramon Torres
A grocery store
A grocery store
Supported a comment by Kelly J on
North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Kelly J
We definitely need a grocery store. Restaurant/bars that cater to the age demographic of the people who actually live in Old Town. The concept for the majority of the neighborhood's bars and restaurants is the same--they serve bar food, turn into packed "night clubs" with lines down the street, and primarily cater to young kids who get sloppy drunk, litter the streets and start fights. It's like a giant frat party every weekend. We could use at least a couple restaurants and bars that serve a more mature clientele (like folks in their late 30s/40's/50s) with good food and a more sophisticated atmosphere. The neighborhood has become unsafe and annoying on weekend nights. My friends and I don't hang out here on weekends, we go to the West Loop or Gold Coast. It would be fantastic to feel comfortable going out in our own neighborhood on weekends.
We definitely need a grocery store. Restaurant/bars that cater to the age demographic of the people who actually live in Old Town. The concept for the majority of the neighborhood's bars and restaurants is the same--they serve bar food, turn into packed "night clubs" with lines down the street, and primarily cater to young kids who get sloppy drunk, litter the streets and start fights. It's like a giant frat party every weekend. We could use at least a couple restaurants and bars that serve a more mature clientele (like folks in their late 30s/40's/50s) with good food and a more sophisticated atmosphere. The neighborhood has become unsafe and annoying on weekend nights. My friends and I don't hang out here on weekends, we go to the West Loop or Gold Coast. It would be fantastic to feel comfortable going out in our own neighborhood on weekends.
Supported a comment by Elizabeth M on
North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Elizabeth M
Protected bike lanes. Wide walkable sidewalks. Shared streets. Public spaces for sitting. Reduced auto traffic and reduced on-street parking.
Protected bike lanes. Wide walkable sidewalks. Shared streets. Public spaces for sitting. Reduced auto traffic and reduced on-street parking.
Supported a comment by Jenna Brooks on
North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Jenna Brooks
Trader Joe’s or a grocery store!
Trader Joe’s or a grocery store!
Supported a comment by Nasrin NM on
North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Nasrin NM
A grocery store like Trader Joe's or Aldi would be greatly appreciated in this area.
A grocery store like Trader Joe's or Aldi would be greatly appreciated in this area.
Supported a comment by Lana W on
North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Lana W
The rise of condos and residents in this area continue. The Plums, the FoxTrots are wonderful additions to the neighborhood, but don't serve the general population who cannot afford or prefer not to shop at specialty or higher-end grocery outlets. We don't need a discount store, but another Treasure Island type. Easily accessible, average prices, diverse choices. I think a Trader Joe's would be great even though it is a bit of a specialty store. I Aldi's and Jewel serve the community, but for many residents in Old Town who do not have a car, they are inconvenient for doing a weekly shopping. Would like to have a better understanding of why there is such resistance to replacing TI with another grocery store.
The rise of condos and residents in this area continue. The Plums, the FoxTrots are wonderful additions to the neighborhood, but don't serve the general population who cannot afford or prefer not to shop at specialty or higher-end grocery outlets. We don't need a discount store, but another Treasure Island type. Easily accessible, average prices, diverse choices. I think a Trader Joe's would be great even though it is a bit of a specialty store. I Aldi's and Jewel serve the community, but for many residents in Old Town who do not have a car, they are inconvenient for doing a weekly shopping. Would like to have a better understanding of why there is such resistance to replacing TI with another grocery store.
Commented on North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Old Town needs to keep its charm, that is one of the reasons why many of us love the area so much! If there were residential options added, I would really like to see something that is in theme with the neighborhood. More townhouses or low-rise buildings that don't block the view/light in certain areas. We need buildings that complement the charm of Moody church and capture the history within Old Town. I'm all for updating the area but adding a high rise to any of these parcels would look out of place and it's not really needed.
Commented on North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
All of the above
Commented on North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Disagree
Commented on North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Would love to see bakeries, florists, workout studios, local family-owned shops return to the neighborhood. I've seen, like many others, all these wonderful stores close down or move within the past 6+ years. It's really sad to see the neighborhood lose its charm and have so many empty retail spaces. We are a local community, let's try to keep that feeling when building out these spaces.
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11 months, 3 weeks ago
Commented on North and LaSalle
11 months, 3 weeks ago
National chain
We don't need 3 specialty markets. We need a regularly priced grocer, like trader joes.