Historic Preservation

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Historic Cortelyou Commons and Byrne Hall buildings on DePaul University's Lincoln Park campus, now designated as Chicago landmarks.

Cortelyou Commons Designated Official Chicago Landmark

After years of planning for a new $60 million athletics facility, DePaul University agreed to landmark two of its historic buildings, Cortelyou Commons and Byrne Hall, as part of a strategic compromis

Caitlin O'Malley·June 15, 2026

A newly constructed seven-story Dinkel's Lofts residential building with a preserved historic bakery facade on North Lincoln Avenue in Chicago.

Real Estate & Development

City Issues Dinkel's Lofts Building Permit

After years of anticipation, a full building permit was issued on May 18, 2026, for Dinkel's Lofts, paving the way for a seven-story, 42-unit residential building at 3329 North Lincoln Avenue that wil

Rafael Mendoza·May 25, 2026

The historic 156-year-old Raber House, a landmarked building, stands vacant and weathered, its future uncertain.

Neighborhoods

Uncertain Future for Sunken Raber Landmark Home

Thirty years after being landmarked and acquired by the city, the 156-year-old Raber House still stands vacant and weathered, a testament to preservation without purpose.

Chloe Jenkins·May 24, 2026