Historic Preservation

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

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.

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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