Slightly altered plans for a new mixed-use development at 1704 North Milwaukee Avenue are moving forward, as the development team has submitted a zoning application. Located on the corner of West Wabansia Avenue near the northern end of Wicker Park, the proposal was revealed late last year and is set to replace a one-story commercial plaza.

Site context map of 1704 N Milwaukee Ave via Google Maps

PREVIOUS rendering of 1704 N Milwaukee Ave by FitzGerald

Developer Senco Properties, the same team behind the Dinkel’s Lofts redevelopment, has been working with architecture firm FitzGerald on the design of the new seven-story structure. The plans call for a site-wide podium that will include nearly 11,000 square feet of retail space earmarked for some of the existing plaza tenants, such as CorePower Yoga.

Floor plans of 1704 N Milwaukee Ave by FitzGerald

Above this will be two levels of parking containing 67 spaces, a significant reduction from the originally announced 105 spaces. As a result, the podium’s massing was broken up by removing part of its third floor, a change reflected in the elevations below but not in the previously released renderings. A majority of the parking spaces will be open to the public.

Elevations of 1704 N Milwaukee Ave by FitzGerald

The reduction also allowed for a slight increase in density, with the upper floors now containing 60 residential units, up from the originally announced 58. These will include two studios, 23 one-bedroom units, 27 two-bedroom units, and eight three-bedroom units. Of the total, 12 units will be designated as affordable.

PREVIOUS rendering of 1704 N Milwaukee Ave by FitzGerald

The building’s base will be clad in a mix of brick, accent metal panels, and decorative screens for the garage. The residential portion above will feature a blue-tinted metal panel exterior with large windows and orange detailing. A groundbreaking timeline is currently unknown; however, the team hopes to complete the building within 12 to 14 months once construction begins.

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