In order to receive this distinction both private and public entities must earn the Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) certificate. LEED is an internationally recognized green building certification system, providing third-party verification that a building or community was designed and built using strategies intended to improve performance in metrics such as energy savings and water efficiency. Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC),
LEED is intended to provide building owners and operators a concise framework for identifying and implementing practical and measurable green building design, construction, operations and maintenance solutions.
'Center on Halsted's dedication to advancing the community
includes creating a healthier, greener environment for all. With this in mind,
our building was designed not only to be functional and aesthetically pleasing,
but also environmentally conscientious. We capture and recycle rainwater using
the natural filtering powers of specific plants and topsoil found in our
rooftop garden. After filtering the rainwater, we store it in the basement,
chlorinate it and then reuse it as non-potable flushing water. Our roofing
consists of white material—instead of traditional tar—reducing the overall
energy consumption of the building and reducing our dependence on fossil fuels.
Additional green design principles can be found inside the building including
recycled carpeting throughout, 'fly ash' concrete and salvaged brick. The
building maximizes natural lighting and utilizes an automatically adjusting
ventilation and lighting system designed to be used only when space is in use,
decreasing our consumption of electricity. In 2008, Center on Halsted became
one of the first buildings in Chicago to achieve a Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design (LEED) certification.' - Center on Halsted
photo above - their blog
photo below - MP Med Properties
The Residences
across from Wrigley Field
RMK Management announced that The Residences at Addison
& Clark, a 148-unit luxury apartment complex located across the street from
historic Wrigley Field, has earned LEED Silver certification from the U.S.
Green Building Council (USGBC), contributing to Chicago’s No. 1 ranking in the
nation for the most green-certified apartments. The apartment building, located
at 1025 W. Addison St. in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood, welcomed its first
residents last fall. “Earning LEED Silver for this development is about more
than construction methods, eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient
systems,” said Anthony Rossi Sr., president of M&R Development and chairman
of RMK Management. “This was a complicated brownfield site with dilapidated
structures from the 1880s, contaminated soil, underground tanks and a tangled
web of utility lines that pre-dated World War II. We are proud to deliver a
best-in-class building with experiential retail and luxury apartment homes, along
with improved streetscapes, modernized utility infrastructure and ample parking
to benefit the whole neighborhood.” - REjournals
views - apartment guide.com
The Lake View's
Master Plan
'Our architecture emphasizes the creative use of
sustainable materials to seamlessly blend landscape with the built environment,
creating an enriching experience for occupants, and exerting a minimal impact
on the surrounding landscape. Instead of supplanting or suppressing, we aim to
create a mutually beneficial exchange between environment and edifice, where
buildings don’t dirty, pollute, or drain, but instead, clean, purify, and
inspire. This approach allows us to create site-specific, energy-efficient, sustainable
architecture.' - Moss Design
Moss Design Renditions
Street Landscaping
for Clark Street
The 2013 N Clark Street Strategic Plan:
Lakeview
East is the sole service provider for Special Service Area #8. The Special
Service Area (SSA) is an economic development tool that allows additional real
estate property taxes to be levied to fund added services for a defined area.
Committee Members: Geraldine Lichterman (Vice Chairman), Bob Smith (Treasurer),
Diane Tanios , Jake Elkins-Ryan; Dan Wolf (Chairman), Sam Giarratano, Paul
Loaiza (Secretary); and Tony Klok. The services funded through the SSA #8 tax
are in addition to services generally provided by the City. These services
benefit those properties that are located within the boundaries of the SSA. Lakeview
East property and business owners will benefit from special services that will
enhance the commercial district, retain and attract business and financially
support small business. - Lake View East Chamber of Commerce
Lake View Patch photo
Lake View Patch photo
Lake View Patch photo
Lake View Patch photo
Lake View Patch photo
Lake View Patch photo
Lake View Patch photos
The Current Clark Street
Strip as of 2012
unknown source
some of the problems spots
LakeView Patch photo
LakeView Patch photo
LakeView Patch photos
Special Service Area #17
basically located along the Redline tracks from Irving Park Road to Diversey Parkway
As of January 1, 2017, Lakeview East is the sole service
provider for Special Service Area #17. The Special Service Area (SSA) is an
economic development tool that allows additional real estate property taxes to
be levied to fund added services for a defined area. The services funded
through the SSA #17 tax are in addition to services generally provided by the
City. These services benefit those properties that are located within the
boundaries of the SSA. Central Lakeview property and business owners will
benefit from special services that will enhance the commercial district, retain
and attract business and financially support small business. Some of these
programs will include:
1) Façade Improvement Program
Property and business owners receive 60% rebates for improvements to storefront facades.
2) Maintenance Program
The SSA #17 maintenance crew will sweep by your store to ensure a clean environment. During seasonal weather snow removal and street vacuuming will be performed. Special detail work such as graffiti removal is part of their daily routine.
3) Landscaping
Floral and plantings spread across the commercial district throughout the year. Annual contracts with professional landscapers will maintain all planters and flower buckets.
A 'People Spot'
on Southport
People Spots are temporary platforms adjacent to
sidewalks, typically within existing parking lanes. By expanding the sidewalks,
they create seasonal space for outdoor seating and dining. As a place-making
tool, they also contribute to an increase of pedestrian volume and help promote
economic development in retail corridors according to the City of Chicago 'Make
Way for People' program.- StreetsBlog Chicago.
2013 photo - Lake View Patch
2013 photo - Lake View Patch
2013 photo - Lake View Patch
2013 photo - Lake View Patch
2013 photos - Lake View Patch
Curbies
in 2023
Dotting the Landscape
The Lincoln Avenue/Wellington/Southport
Intersection
A Moss Design
photo - Southport Corridor News & Events
The issues for the local community were backed-up traffic in the intersection, increase pedestrian safety, ambulance & emergency vehicle access on Wellington Avenue, traffic pattern delays, increasing length of traffic light on Southport Avenue, and remove the snow during the Winter months
the opinions on Facebook
Re-thinking the Intersection
in 2016
a Google view from Streetsblog Chicago
Still Trying to Re-Solve the Problem
in 2022
under the Tracks
Areas along the Brownline for plazas
"This is an exciting step in what promises to be a great addition to a great Chicago community," Mayor Emanuel said. "Projects like the Lakeview Low-Line give residents opportunities to experience & explore their city in new ways and form bonds between residents, families and businesses. The 'Lakeview Low-Line' re-envisions the half-mile space beneath the CTA elevated tracks between the Southport and Paulina stations as an exciting Chicago art destination and a fun and dynamic path connecting Lake View. To activate this underutilized space, mural walls along the walkway will play host to rotating art exhibits, creating a larger-than-life outdoor gallery. An interactive light installation along the length of the path will playfully celebrate the ‘L’ structure, creating a quintessentially Chicago experience. And new green-space and plazas will beautify the neighborhood and provide opportunities for programming.
Plans began in 2018.
photo below - NBC Chicago
Bike Lanes
on Broadway
2018 photos - Greg O'Neill
2022 pdf file
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