CHICAGO | General Developments

[BuildThemTaller]

^ So long, parking lots!

The first is pretty bad, although I do like that the parking podium is almost flush with the building just to the east. Is that the Col. Jennifer Pritzker development on Morse? At least it is near the L and fills in a strip mall.

The second is the Target near the Loyola L stop. Looks like they are going to brick over that orange sheeting. That could turn out well. Man, that intersection around the Loyola stop has had a dramatic change in the past 3 years.

[k1052]

Originally Posted by the urban politician

Finally! A proposal to kill off Aldermanic preoregative. It’s also a way to increase housing supply, which many of us have proposed as the fairer way to create affordable housing than passing laws that criminalize landlords and rob them of their rights:

https://blog.chicagocityscape.com/al...s-9dc1e11fa7b0

The legislation also provides them a useful shield against any vocal groups trying to put the kibosh on otherwise rational developments. Most of the aldermen want development since it means more contributions, tax dollars, infrastructure money, etc. It's a tradeoff...give up some power for other gains down the road.

[the urban politician]

Originally Posted by k1052

The legislation also provides them a useful shield against any vocal groups trying to put the kibosh on otherwise rational developments. Most of the aldermen want development since it means more contributions, tax dollars, infrastructure money, etc. It's a tradeoff...give up some power for other gains down the road.

Yes, plus with that shitbag Alderman Cochran about to head to jail for shaking down businesses in his ward (what is he, the 30th Alderman now who's been indicted?), it becomes increasingly evident that running your ward like a mob boss is a just ain't gonna keep flying in the 21st century.

[marothisu]

Google is reportedly opening up their first non pop up retail store in the world in Chicago in some connected buildings across from Nobu Hotel. Jaipur, Perez, etc were in these buildings.

[the urban politician]

Originally Posted by marothisu

Google is reportedly opening up their first non pop up retail store in the world in Chicago in some connected buildings across from Nobu Hotel. Jaipur, Perez, etc were in these buildings.

More than that.

It will be a 2 level flagship, their first of such a concept ever, and it will be in the Fulton Market.

It's over, guys, pack up your bags. The West Loop has set sail for greatness, and it ain't ever looking back...

[tjp]

That's exciting. I wonder if it bodes well for Chicago's chances of getting Google's new 5,000-job operations center we heard about earlier this year.

[10023]

So where are the restaurants going to go now?

[k1052]

Originally Posted by 10023

So where are the restaurants going to go now?

Perez closed a while ago and Jaipur's lease was up anyway.

[jc5680]

Originally Posted by tjp

That's exciting. I wonder if it bodes well for Chicago's chances of getting Google's new 5,000-job operations center we heard about earlier this year.

I wouldn't read too much into it in that regard.

Apple's first flagship was in Chicago too; there is a more than decent chance that played some role the choice of location.

[west-town-brad]

Originally Posted by tjp

That's exciting. I wonder if it bodes well for Chicago's chances of getting Google's new 5,000-job operations center we heard about earlier this year.

yay google call center!

[bgsrand]

Originally Posted by west-town-brad

yay google call center!

Who cares what kind of operation is it? Could be a google shoe shine center for all I care.

[moorhosj]

Originally Posted by west-town-brad

yay google call center!

According to Crain's:

Sources familiar with the matter say the search engine giant is in advanced discussions with officials here and in other cities—reportedly including Boston, Atlanta and Dallas—about opening an operations center that could include administrative, research, support and other personnel for Google.

[LouisVanDerWright]

Yeah a call center would not be bad anyway, it's not like Chicago doesn't have a bunch of low skilled workers in poor neighborhoods that would love to make $15/hr just answering phones all day...

But tech companies don't do call centers, so I'll take 5000 Google jobs plz.

[Fvn]

Fifteen Fifty On The Park--

Power Construction - https://twitter.com/Power_Construct/...97777907757061

[marothisu]

Originally Posted by LouisVanDerWright

Yeah a call center would not be bad anyway, it's not like Chicago doesn't have a bunch of low skilled workers in poor neighborhoods that would love to make $15/hr just answering phones all day...

But tech companies don't do call centers, so I'll take 5000 Google jobs plz.

I think some people take "operations center" way too seriously. Google hardly has any call center jobs - they might actually be contracted work and possibly even off shore. Google is actively working with a handful of other companies anyway to get rid of call center reps and replace them with "AI"-driven bots anyway. Operations Center for Google could mean many things - network engineers, management, data center types of jobs, etc.

Expect semi educated to very educated people for what they want to open and at least decently to very well paying. This is not going to be 5000 people who have $15/hr jobs answering phones from outside clients all day. Though you know, those types of jobs wouldn't be bad to have in other parts of town. But you know, what doesn't make the news is the fact that companies like Peoples Gas Light and Coke are planning or even building service centers with hundreds of jobs in areas like South Lawndale (west of Pulaski and south of the tracks near 33rd st). There's another one from them with hundreds of jobs up in North Park at Pulaski & Peterson. I have these on my Zoning Application map (https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?m...860791323&z=17)

[the urban politician]

^ Im happy for the jobs but have you dealt with Peoples Gas? They make dysfunction a sport

[harryc]

Aug 13

[marothisu]

Originally Posted by the urban politician

^ Im happy for the jobs but have you dealt with Peoples Gas? They make dysfunction a sport

Nope, luckily. I think that usually any company that has to do with utilities or cable is the worst in regards to CSR. Hey, maybe they'll improve with new centers and training? hah okay probably not...

[BonoboZill4]

Just looked up Fifteen Fifty on the Park and I have to say... kind of disappointing for such a prominent sight :/

What do other people think about it, maybe I'm looking at it wrong, but I feel like it's a missed opportunity for something bold, not even necessarily that big, but bold for sure

[marothisu]

Originally Posted by BonoboZill4

Just looked up Fifteen Fifty on the Park and I have to say... kind of disappointing for such a prominent sight :/

What do other people think about it, maybe I'm looking at it wrong, but I feel like it's a missed opportunity for something bold, not even necessarily that big, but bold for sure

My opinion is that while I wish it would be taller, it could be way worse. The height is *almost* high rise technically. Midrise is still nice at the 8 or 9 stories it is. I think it'll make a small impact for that corner. From the actual housing perspective, it makes sense to me. Expensive units overlooking Lincoln Park at a good location. It fits in with the area really. I think that if the gas station around the corner can sell and be redeveloped into something equally as tall or taller, then that little area will have a huge difference. Just in case you want to buy and redevelop

http://www.loopnet.com/Listing/130-W...go-IL/8661121/