Tower Planned For Chicago's South Shore

Proposed 20-story tower could be first new high-rise in three decades for Chicago's South Side area.

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May 17, 2006, 2:00 PM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"The planned $60 million condominium building would overlook Jackson Park, the South Shore Cultural Center and the lake, enjoying a view of downtown from an angle many Chicagoans never see...Despite closeness to the lake and many attractive homes, South Shore's lower incomes and higher minority population have drawn few builders. Most are intent on chasing Chicago's gentrification dollar on the North Side."

FULL STORY: Zoning OK sought for South lakefront tower

Wednesday, May 17, 2006 in Chicago Sun-Times

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