# CHICAGO - General Development / News **URL:** \ **Category:** Chicago\ **Created:** [June 6, 2022, 12:18pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380 "2022-06-06T12:18:10Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2022, 12:18pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/1 "2022-06-06T12:18:10Z")
**A unified push to revamp Union Station: Today’s Juice** > **[A unified push to revamp Union Station: Today's Juice](https://www.chicagobusiness.com/juice/chicagos-union-station-center-unified-push-biden-infrastructure-funding-crains-juice)** > > In an unprecedented action, Amtrak and the states of Illinois and Michigan, joined by Metra, Chicago and Cook County, are working together to seek a huge grant from President Biden’s $1.2 trillion infrastructure package. Quote: Specifically, in an unprecedented but unheralded (until now) action, **Amtrak and the states of Illinois and Michigan, joined by Metra, Chicago and Cook County, are working together to seek a huge grant as part of President Joe Biden’s $1.2 trillion infrastructure package, envisioning what eventually would be $850 million in work in and around the historic train depot.** … Some of the work is in the station, including engineering for a complete rebuild of the station’s beyond-outmoded engineering system, $30 million or so for internal redesign to make the station flow better, and both engineering and construction to open a badly needed new platform by **rebuilding the long abandoned mail-train platform**. With sidings, according to Amtrak spokesman Marc Magliari, it will be able to handle four trains at once, something that those who have had to wait for a clear track to finish their trip will appreciate. The bigger part of the first phase is outside the station. **It will focus on building new track and realigning and making better use of the St. Charles Air Line bridge in the South Loop. Doing so will allow Metra to run trains south using Metra Electric and Rock Island tracks rather than relying on often congested Canadian National freight tracks.** That should allow both Metra and Amtrak trains to travel faster. **The work also will allow direct service from O’Hare International Airport to McCormick Place via Union Station** —a key move that high-speed rail advocates consider a crucial piece of their plans for fast passenger trains nationwide. ---
**Author:** ![007](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/007/32/119215_2.png) [@007](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/007)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2022, 4:34pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/2 "2022-06-06T16:34:43Z")
We have this > [@CHICAGO | Highrise Projects & Construction](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-highrise-projects-construction/17345/1): > > At YIMBY, low-rises are considered buildings of less then 10 stories (100 feet). Projects of 10 or more stories (100+ feet) are deserving of their own thread in the appropriate category. Significant projects of less than 10 stories (100 feet) are eligible to an individual thread. Renovations in Chicago can also be discussed in this topic. ??? ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2022, 4:43pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/3 "2022-06-06T16:43:47Z")
Oh. Well dang. ---
**Author:** ![Waymond\_Womano](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/waymond_womano/32/7078_2.png) [@Waymond\_Womano](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/Waymond_Womano)\ **Post date:** [June 22, 2022, 9:16pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/4 "2022-06-22T21:16:01Z")
A new regional-railway station (Metra network) is now under construction on the southside. > **[Metra breaks ground on new Auburn Park station, facility set to open in 2024](https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/metra-breaks-ground-on-new-auburn-park-station-facility-set-to-open-in-2024/)** > > "As we break ground today, we signal to these communities that we are changing the course by investing in their overall development and building a better, more equitable Chicagoland." ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/d/e/de53ec0f4c29ae496ace16238bdb7522c7284627.jpeg) This is on the Rock Island Line, which connects Chicago to the beautiful city of Joliet. ---
**Author:** ![007](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/007/32/119215_2.png) [@007](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/007)\ **Post date:** [June 23, 2022, 2:51pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/5 "2022-06-23T14:51:17Z")
Please close the thread ---
**Author:** ![Waymond\_Womano](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/waymond_womano/32/7078_2.png) [@Waymond\_Womano](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/Waymond_Womano)\ **Post date:** [June 23, 2022, 3:08pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/6 "2022-06-23T15:08:19Z")
Why is this suggested? ---
**Author:** ![007](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/007/32/119215_2.png) [@007](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/007)\ **Post date:** [June 23, 2022, 3:09pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/7 "2022-06-23T15:09:35Z")
> [@CHICAGO | Highrise Projects & Construction](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-highrise-projects-construction/17345/1): > > At YIMBY, low-rises are considered buildings of less then 10 stories (100 feet). Projects of 10 or more stories (100+ feet) are deserving of their own thread in the appropriate category. Significant projects of less than 10 stories (100 feet) are eligible to an individual thread. Renovations in Chicago can also be discussed in this topic. WE HAVE THIS ---
**Author:** ![Waymond\_Womano](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/waymond_womano/32/7078_2.png) [@Waymond\_Womano](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/Waymond_Womano)\ **Post date:** [June 23, 2022, 4:39pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/8 "2022-06-23T16:39:18Z")
is there a reason for all-caps? that thread is for high-rises; what thread would a new regional-rail station go into? ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [June 27, 2022, 9:20pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/9 "2022-06-27T21:20:48Z")
> **[Mayor Lightfoot introduces Connected Communities Ordinance](https://chicago.urbanize.city/post/mayor-lightfoot-introduces-connected-communities-ordinance)** > > Mayor Lori Lightfoot has introduced to City Council a new measure to improve the City’s zoning code and create jobs by removing barriers and catalyzing investment in walkable and vibrant neighborhoods with affordable housing options near transit. > **[Mars Wrigley breaks ground on recently approved expansion](https://chicago.urbanize.city/post/mars-wrigley-breaks-ground-recently-approved-expansion)** > > Mars Wrigley has broken ground on a new, best-in-class, global research and development hub adjacent to the company's existing Global Innovation Center on Goose Island. Leaders from Mars as well as key Chicago stakeholders, including Michael... ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [June 30, 2022, 1:24am UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/10 "2022-06-30T01:24:59Z")
> **[Chicago's Protected Bike Lanes Will Get Concrete Barriers By End Of 2023,...](https://blockclubchicago.org/2022/06/29/chicagos-protected-bike-lanes-will-all-get-concrete-barriers-by-end-of-2023-city-says/)** > > It's a significant victory for bicycle advocates, who have long said Chicago's bike lanes need better protections to prevent injuries and deaths. ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [July 13, 2022, 10:28pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/11 "2022-07-13T22:28:29Z")
> **[r/OldPhotosInRealLife - One more photo from Aldine Square, on the South Side...](https://www.reddit.com/r/OldPhotosInRealLife/comments/vyb1ze/one_more_photo_from_aldine_square_on_the_south/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share)** > > 794 votes and 24 comments so far on Reddit ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [August 10, 2022, 7:49pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/12 "2022-08-10T19:49:28Z")
> **[Landmarks approves Medinah Temple temporary casino](https://chicago.urbanize.city/post/landmarks-approves-medinah-temple-temporary-casino)** > > The Permit Review Committee from the Commission on Chicago Landmarks has approved plans for the temporary casino at Medinah Temple planned by Bally’s Corporation. As part of their winning casino bid, Bally’s will be operating a temporary casino at... ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [August 16, 2022, 8:38pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/13 "2022-08-16T20:38:26Z")
[![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/7/2/721ab48cb250f06a6447c664f26d4d0862c10e27.jpeg "The Chicago Access Program") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7D7i77mPAcg) ---
**Author:** ![Waymond\_Womano](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/waymond_womano/32/7078_2.png) [@Waymond\_Womano](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/Waymond_Womano)\ **Post date:** [August 17, 2022, 8:44pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/14 "2022-08-17T20:44:05Z")
> **[CTA completes environmental review for Red Line extension on Far South Side](https://abc7chicago.com/cta-chicago-red-line-extension/12129761/)** > > The CTA has completed its environmental review of an extension of the Red Line, making the proposal one step closer to reality. ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/8/a/8a4bb4cd11964fe80fbe9094536fd0e9526d4520.jpeg) > **[Red Line Extension - Preferred Alignment - CTA](https://www.transitchicago.com/rle/preferred-alignment/)** > > The proposed UPRR Alternative would extend the heavy rail Red Line from the existing 95th Street Terminal to 130th Street. ---
**Author:** ![mcart](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/mcart/32/84718_2.png) [@mcart](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/mcart)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2022, 6:30pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/15 "2022-08-22T18:30:46Z")
> **[Rail News - CTA Red Line extension project clears environmental review. For...](https://www.progressiverailroading.com/passenger_rail/news/CTA-Red-Line-extension-project-clears-environmental-review--67305)** > > Progressive Railroading Daily News ---
**Author:** ![Dtuly](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/e47c2d/32.png) [@Dtuly](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/Dtuly)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2022, 8:08pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/16 "2022-08-22T20:08:47Z")
Maybe merge this with the CTA development thread to keep all train news for IL in a central location. And create a new thread for the general development of buildings under X feet/floors. ---
**Author:** ![Waymond\_Womano](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/waymond_womano/32/7078_2.png) [@Waymond\_Womano](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/Waymond_Womano)\ **Post date:** [October 7, 2022, 2:45pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/17 "2022-10-07T14:45:48Z")
The Paris metro arch will be removed from the Metra station. It was a gift from Chicago. An accessible entrance will go in its place. > **[Metra bids au revoir to Van Buren station’s Parisian-styled entrance](https://chicago.suntimes.com/columnists/2022/10/1/23376588/metra-bids-au-revoir-to-van-buren-stations-parisian-styled-entrance-lee-bey-column)** > > The commuter agency is replacing the ornate portal with a new and accessible entrance as part of a $100 million station upgrade. This will be removed: ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/3/f/3f8b3b7afb116bd23445bab926e1c3c16f9fc749.jpeg) This will be the replacement: ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/uploads/yimby/original/3X/9/6/965690c51d5f300e98bf64b2befffe57ed2b6573.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![SMCYB](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/smcyb/32/71640_2.png) [@SMCYB](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/SMCYB)\ **Post date:** [October 7, 2022, 6:18pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/18 "2022-10-07T18:18:11Z")
That’s too bad. ---
**Author:** ![Waymond\_Womano](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex019/user_avatar/forum.newyorkyimby.com/waymond_womano/32/7078_2.png) [@Waymond\_Womano](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/Waymond_Womano)\ **Post date:** [October 7, 2022, 7:20pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/19 "2022-10-07T19:20:38Z")
I meant to say that it was a gift from Paris. The article says: > And according to the Chicago Park District, Paris’s transit authority, the RATP, crafted the Van Buren station ornament using Guimard’s original molds, then donated the finished product with the help of the Union League Club of Chicago. ---
**Author:** ![Dtuly](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/e47c2d/32.png) [@Dtuly](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/u/Dtuly)\ **Post date:** [December 11, 2022, 11:52pm UTC](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380/21 "2022-12-11T23:52:44Z")
Such a great project! > [Next page](https://forum.newyorkyimby.com/t/chicago-general-development-news/21380.md?page=2)