Rendering of Ogden Commons, Chicago, IL

CHICAGO, IL—Chicago-based The Habitat Company says it received City Planning Commission approval of its plans for a $200 million 10-acre mixed-use project in Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood, to be developed in partnership with the Chicago Housing Authority, Sinai Health System, Cinespace Chicago Film Studios and the city of Chicago. Known as Ogden Commons, the development will offer mixed-income rental housing, retail and commercial space.

Bordered by Ogden Avenue to the south, Fairfield Avenue to the west and Rockwell Street to the east, Ogden Commons will be located on the former site of the Chicago Housing Authority's Lawndale development. The mixed-use project will transform 10 acres of mostly vacant property near Douglas Park into 120,000 square feet of commercial and retail space plus hundreds of mixed-income housing units. According to Matt Fiascone, president of The Habitat Company, Ogden Commons will help serve as an economic catalyst for the area, which is already home to Cinespace Chicago Film Studios and Sinai Health System.

“The Habitat Company is proud to lead this public-private partnership to bring not only much-needed quality housing to the North Lawndale neighborhood, but also commercial and retail spaces that will help expand employment opportunities and health services in this area,” says Fiascone. “Ogden Commons is more than just a group of buildings—it's about a commitment by each partner to help enhance an historic community that will serve the residents and businesses of North Lawndale and the greater Chicago area for years to come.”