Permits issued for mixed-use building at 2805 S. Halsted

A $6 million permit has been issued for the construction of a four-story mixed-use residential building located in Bridgeport. Developed by Jackie Chan of J & I Development, the new construction will rise on the long-vacant parcel. Situated directly across from Palmisano Park, the corner property at 2805 S. Halsted St will front both S. Halsted Street and W. 28th St. 

The four-story, neighborhood-focused, mixed-use development will hold retail space, parking, and 28 dwelling units. The small retail space will hold a coffee shop facing onto S. Halsted St while the rest of the ground floor offers indoor parking for 28 cars accessed from the alley.

With a design from Hirsch MPG, the structure will be built of wood construction and masonry bearing walls perched on a precast concrete plank podium. The project has been designed to be as economical as possible to keep the units affordable. The unit mix will offer larger units to bring families to the area while also offering smaller units for single individuals. 

With the reported $6 million permit in hand, MPI Contracting Inc., the designated general contractor for the project, can commence construction. A timeline for completion is currently unknown.