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SamInTheLoop · #1 Posted **Jul 25, 2014, 3:51 PM**

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Originally Posted by pilsenarch

I'm not sure where BVictor is getting is inside info, but as of now, it is definitely NOT taller...

so, don't get too excited... FYI, at this location, there is a significant foundation premium going above 50-55 stories...

Interesting.....so there's something in particular about this LSE parcel that yields a greater cost premium over ~55 fls than other 'similar' parcels in LSE and environs? If that's the case, I'm curious what that is.......(is it specifc to the shape/size of parcel and the specific program that is planned, or is it something else, something deeper.......something............geotechnical)???

trvlr70 · #2 Posted **Jul 25, 2014, 5:58 PM**

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Originally Posted by SamInTheLoop

Interesting.....so there's something in particular about this LSE parcel that yields a greater cost premium over ~55 fls than other 'similar' parcels in LSE and environs? If that's the case, I'm curious what that is.......(is it specifc to the shape/size of parcel and the specific program that is planned, or is it something else, something deeper.......something............geotechnical)???

Speaking of odd LSE parcels, has there ever been further info on the former Mandarin Oriental spot?

BraveNewWorld · #3 Posted **Aug 3, 2014, 5:58 AM**

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Originally Posted by pilsenarch

I'm not sure where BVictor is getting is inside info, but as of now, it is definitely NOT taller...

so, don't get too excited... FYI, at this location, there is a significant foundation premium going above 50-55 stories...

We have two long term members here, appearing to be in the know, with conflicting information. I guess we'll just have to wait to see who's right.

munchymunch · #4 Posted **Aug 2, 2014, 8:14 PM**

http://www.wanda-group.com/2014/chai..._0730/742.html

Wanda held talks with "Illinois goverment" didn't say they discussed the project, it was with a house member from urbana so, I dont even know anymore. lol

Tom In Chicago · #5 Posted **Aug 4, 2014, 8:36 PM**

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Originally Posted by munchymunch

http://www.wanda-group.com/2014/chai..._0730/742.html

Wanda held talks with "Illinois goverment" didn't say they discussed the project, it was with a house member from urbana so, I dont even know anymore. lol

Your link is broken. . .

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munchymunch · #6 Posted **Aug 4, 2014, 8:46 PM**

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Originally Posted by Tom In Chicago

Your link is broken. . .

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works for me.....

BraveNewWorld · #7 Posted **Aug 4, 2014, 9:45 PM**

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Originally Posted by munchymunch

works for me.....

Works for me too

shakman · #8 Posted **Aug 5, 2014, 12:38 AM**

The link does not work for me.

N830MH · #9 Posted **Aug 5, 2014, 2:54 AM**

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Originally Posted by shakman

The link does not work for me.

Hmmm. Let me try again. The link is working fine. There is no problem at all.

Mr Downtown · #10 Posted **Aug 5, 2014, 1:25 PM**

A meeting with a state rep from Urbana is completely meaningless to anything regarding financing or planning approval. She was probably in China for other reasons (10% of U of I freshmen now come from China) and accepted a courtesy meeting with folks who are utterly clueless about how the different levels of government work in the US. I spend a lot of time trying to explain the concept of home-rule municipalities to baffled officials from China.

george · #11 Posted **Aug 12, 2014, 7:19 PM**

8/8

streetline · #12 Posted **Aug 12, 2014, 7:54 PM**

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8/8 ...

That photo reminds me, I hope they do something nice there to link lake shore east to the river walk when the hotel is built.

Right now it looks like someone just busted out a section of the fence between the lowest level of Wacker and the river walk. And the access to the lakefront at the east end is just as hilariously bad; it requires walking through a private parking garage, a vacant field, and a public parking lot under LSD.

chris11 · #13 Posted **Aug 12, 2014, 9:13 PM**

I live in the Tides at Lakeshore East, and I love it. During the day, its honestly one of the best parks in the city, IMO. Its always perfectly vibrant, and just a great place to relax. It feels like an Atlanta subdivision with high-rises. Yes its not ultra vibrant at night, but theres definitely still people in the park enjoying the views. If you haven't been there I highly recommend stopping by one day.

nergie · #14 Posted **Aug 12, 2014, 9:30 PM**

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Originally Posted by chris11

I live in the Tides at Lakeshore East, and I love it. During the day, its honestly one of the best parks in the city, IMO. Its always perfectly vibrant, and just a great place to relax. It feels like an Atlanta subdivision with high-rises. Yes its not ultra vibrant at night, but theres definitely still people in the park enjoying the views. If you haven't been there I highly recommend stopping by one day.

Howdy neighbor

Tom In Chicago · #15 Posted **Aug 13, 2014, 7:43 PM**

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Originally Posted by chris11

I live in the Tides at Lakeshore East, and I love it. During the day, its honestly one of the best parks in the city, IMO. Its always perfectly vibrant, and just a great place to relax. It feels like an Atlanta subdivision with high-rises. Yes its not ultra vibrant at night, but theres definitely still people in the park enjoying the views. If you haven't been there I highly recommend stopping by one day.

Welcome to the neighborhood. . . I have a nice view of your building. . . and the park. . .

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chris11 · #16 Posted **Aug 15, 2014, 9:10 PM**

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Welcome to the neighborhood. . . I have a nice view of your building. . . and the park. . .

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Thanks. 340 on the Park?

SamInTheLoop · #17 Posted **Aug 15, 2014, 5:36 PM**

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Originally Posted by chris11

It feels like an Atlanta subdivision with high-rises.

Um, hello - is anyone there? Really, nothing?? No comments on this???

Bueller?

marothisu · #18 Posted **Aug 15, 2014, 6:48 PM**

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Originally Posted by SamInTheLoop

Um, hello - is anyone there? Really, nothing?? No comments on this???

Bueller?

Pretty funny. I find LSE incredibly boring. I have friends who live there and I visit. I'd never live there. It IS like a subdivision - a whole lot of people and not a ton to do outside of your home.

the urban politician · #19 Posted **Aug 12, 2014, 7:47 PM**

I was just in LSE last week and noting how beautiful this little neighborhood has become. We have all focused on the impact the Wanda Hotel project will have viewed from north of Wacker, but viewed from the LSE (inside the park, for example), it's going to be simply awe-inspiring. But put down that shadow study software, Mr. D, because luckily most of the neighborhood is to the south of this tower.

marothisu · #20 Posted **Aug 16, 2014, 6:54 PM**

LSE is dense for sure, but the problem is that there's not tons of amenities outside of your own building. That's my main problem with it. I think it will be different in 10 years, I hope - if more food places, social types of places, etc opened then it would be a lot better. I live where I do because I can walk outside and be presented with tons of different options for stuff. If I didn't want that, I'd live in the suburbs or a less dense, very sleepy neighborhood.

There's over 10,000 people (probably more like 15,000 these days) living in Lakeshore East and I'd put a lot of money on there only being 10-15 food places in the entire area. Maybe 5 or less bars and I think there's maybe 2 or 3markets, and a CVS. It's grossly under represented with the service industry there. Go to an area like Chinatown. It probably has the same population yet most likely over 125 or 150 food places, numerous markets, etc.

A point of urban living is to have many amenities around you - not to just clusterfuck everyone in the same area and have not a lot to do in the immediate vicinity.