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42nd Ward Street Closures and Construction Notices
Street Sweeping
During street sweeping season (April 1 to November 20) the Chicago Department of Streets and Sanitation uses mechanical street sweepers to remove debris and litter from streets, weather permitting. Throughout the season, DSS deploys mechanical street sweepers at regularly scheduled times to clear debris from Chicago streets. Starting this week, dozens of street sweepers have begun clearing the debris and leaves that have accumulated during winter months on both residential and arterial streets.
On weekdays, from 9am to 2pm, this Sweeper Tracker map will show real-time locations of city street sweepers. For more information, please review the 42nd Ward Map and street sweeping schedule. Residents can also call 311 to find the dates and locations of street sweeping in their area.
Please check for the bright orange signs announcing temporary parking restrictions. These signs are posted two days prior to scheduled street sweeping events. Some streets also have permanently posted signs that specify a once-per-week period when parking is prohibited for street sweeping.
Street Resurfacing
Alderman Reilly has authorized a portion of his Aldermanic Menu Funds to resurface several streets and alleys in the 42nd Ward. CDOT has issued permits for the following resurfacing projects, with work starting Wednesday, April 8, 2026:
- Alley bounded by Delaware Place, Chestnut Street, Dearborn Street, and State Street
- Park Drive, from Illinois Street to North Water Street
- Lower Michigan Avenue, from Grand Avenue to Lower North Water Street
- Harbor Drive, from Harbor Service Drive to Randolph Street
Detour signage will be in place to redirect motorists during resurfacing. All projected start dates are dependent on weather conditions and material availability. Resurfacing can take several weeks as CDOT must first remove the top layer of asphalt before pouring a new layer.
Additionally, Alderman Reilly has authorized Menu Funds for the following resurfacing projects that are awaiting permit approval by CDOT. This page will be updated with a definitive timeline once resurfacing permits have been released by CDOT:
- Alley bounded by Franklin Street, Wells Street, Ontario Street, and Ohio Street
- Alley bounded by Erie Street, Ontario Street, Franklin Street, and Wells Street
- Alley bounded by Superior Street, Huron Street, Franklin Street, and Wells Street
- Alley bounded by Chicago Avenue, Superior Street, Orleans Street, Franklin Street
- Lower Michigan Avenue, from Lower Wacker Drive and Lower Stetson Avenue
- South Water Street, from Stetson Avenue to Columbus Drive
- Stetson Avenue, from Wacker Drive to Randolph Street
- Randolph Street, from Beaubien Court to Columbus Drive
- Randolph Street, from Field Boulevard to Harbor Drive
Utility Work
Bally’s Utility Work – Grand Avenue:
To prepare for the new permanent Bally’s Casino, utility work will be completed on Grand Ave in River North. As a result of this construction, Grand Ave, between Union Ave and Kingsbury St, will be reduced to one lane in each direction. These closures will be in place until May 2026.
Crane Lifts
840 N Michigan
On Saturday, April 4, a crane lift will take place at 840 N Michigan to replace rooftop units. During the lift, the following streets and sidewalks will be closed from 8am – 4pm on 4/4:
- Pearson St, from Rush St to Tower Ct
- North sidewalk on Pearson St. from Tower Ct to Michigan Ave
Flaggers and signage will be in place at the corner of Rush St and Pearson St, and at the corner of Chicago Ave and Tower Ct to notify motorists and pedestrians of the closures ahead. In the event of inclement weather on Saturday, April 4, this lift will be rescheduled to a future date.
777 N Michigan
From April 10 – 12, a crane lift will take place at 777 N Michigan Ave. Although this lift will be in the 2nd Ward, closures could affect residents nearby in the 42nd Ward. The following streets will be closed at the listed times:
- Friday, April 10 at midnight – Sunday, April 12 at 5pm
- Michigan Ave, between Superior St and Chicago Ave
- Saturday, April 11, from 6am – 6pm
- Chicago Ave, between Rush St and Mies Van Der Rohe Way
- Sunday, April 12, from 7am – noon
- Chicago Ave, between Rush St and Mies Van Der Rohe Way
The crane will be fully disassembled by 5pm on Sunday, April 12, at which time any and all remaining street closures will be lifted. During the closures, flaggers will be in place at the following intersections:
- Chicago Ave & Rush St
- Chicago Ave & Mies Van Der Rohe Way
- Superior St & Michigan Ave
- Pearson St & Michigan Ave
Bridges and Street Reconstruction
Lake Street Bascule Bridge Construction Update
Work continues on the Lake Street Bascule Bridge. The sidewalk on the southwest corner of the bridge will remain closed until summer 2026.The Lake Street Bascule Bridge is expected to re-open by spring 2028. For the detour map, click here (note: the Canal St detour listed is no longer in effect).
Canal St Reconstruction
Canal St is currently undergoing reconstruction. Stage 2 of the project will begin again soon, and the east half of Canal St between Adams and Madison will be blocked, and parking on Canal between Adams and Madison will be prohibited. Two lanes on the west side of Canal St will be maintained for northbound traffic. These closures will last until late 2026. Pedestrian traffic will be maintained on the west side of Canal St. Taxis and rideshares will be directed to follow the guidelines listed here. Please click here for a flyer of the impact to vehicle and pedestrian access, and click here for the affected CTA bus routes.
State St Bridge, Chicago Ave Bridge, Lake St Bridge
As reported in a past Reilly Report, construction continues on several downtown bridges, and Alderman Reilly has expressed his frustration with CDOT for a lack of coordination and planning. The State Street Bridge will re-open temporarily for the Shamrock Shuffle on March 22 and will re-open permanently in spring 2026. The approximate completion date for the Chicago Avenue Bridge is January 2027, and the Lake Street Bridge will be completed by spring 2028.
Kennedy Expressway Feeder Ramp
As reported in a previous Reilly Report, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is completing phase 3 of its work on the Ohio / Ontario Street Feeder Ramps. The project is anticipated to be completed in summer 2026. IDOT’s press release on these closures can be found here.
Developments
150 West Hubbard Street
In 2016, the City Council approved a Planned Development (PD) for a 19-story (235’ tall) Hyatt Andaz Hotel at 150 West Hubbard Street / 430 North LaSalle Street. The approved project included 196 hotel rooms and nearly 19,000 square feet of public food, beverage, and event space, including a rooftop bar. The development was intended for luxury travelers and long-stay guests, with no on-site parking due to the site’s proximity to public transit. Andaz locations are known for being a destination for weddings and corporate gatherings.
Based upon changed market conditions, the property owner is now seeking to amend the PD to revise the program for a new hotel concept. The proposed new hotel is designed for The Cloud One Hotel, a popular “affordable luxury” company, which operates nearly 100 locations in Europe.
The revised building was previously proposed as shorter (16 stories and 193 feet tall) with more and smaller rooms (341 keys), and eliminating all of the public event space, including the rooftop bar. After thorough review, Alderman Reilly directed the property owner to scale back the project. The project is now proposed with 297 rooms, and a further reduced height to 15 stories and 186 feet in height. Approximately 3,800 square feet of ground-floor restaurant space is proposed as the only commercial space in the building, and all outdoor spaces would be limited to hotel guests. No on-site parking is included in the amended plan. The revised plans, comparison images and traffic study can all be found here.
223 West Erie Street Type 1 Application
Concord Capital is proposing to adaptively reuse the existing building at 223 West Erie by converting its upper floors from office to residential use, while preserving the ground-floor retail. The project will create approximately 66 new rental apartments without altering the building’s height, footprint, or envelope. An on-site loading dock accessed from the public alley will be used to support the residential use. No zoning change is required. To allow the building to remain in its current form, the development team will seek a transit-served location parking reduction, to reduce the required rear yard setback, and other minor zoning relief. The building has been nominated for listing on the National Register of Historic Places as part of this redevelopment effort, which will deliver much-needed new housing to the area while preserving and ensuring the long-term sustainability of this historic resource.
These projects will be reviewed at an upcoming Chicago Plan Commission meeting, with subsequent approval required by City Council. As part of Alderman Reilly’s transparent community process for new developments, your comments and observations are welcome. Please click here to provide your feedback on 42nd Ward developments.
150 West Hubbard Street
In 2016, the City Council approved a Planned Development (PD) for a 19-story (235’ tall) Hyatt Andaz Hotel at 150 West Hubbard Street / 430 North LaSalle Street. The approved project included 196 hotel rooms and nearly 19,000 square feet of public food, beverage, and event space, including a rooftop bar. The development was intended for luxury travelers and long-stay guests, with no on-site parking due to the site’s proximity to public transit. Andaz locations are known for being a destination for weddings and corporate gatherings.
Based upon changed market conditions, the property owner is now seeking to amend the PD to revise the program for a new hotel concept. The proposed new hotel is designed for The Cloud One Hotel, a popular “affordable luxury” company, which operates nearly 100 locations in Europe.
The revised building was previously proposed as shorter (16 stories and 193 feet tall) with more and smaller rooms (341 keys), and eliminating all of the public event space, including the rooftop bar. After thorough review, Alderman Reilly directed the property owner to scale back the project. The project is now proposed with 297 rooms, and a further reduced height to 15 stories and 186 feet in height. Approximately 3,800 square feet of ground-floor restaurant space is proposed as the only commercial space in the building, and all outdoor spaces would be limited to hotel guests. No on-site parking is included in the amended plan. The revised plans, comparison images and traffic study can all be found here.
223 West Erie Street Type 1 Application
Concord Capital is proposing to adaptively reuse the existing building at 223 West Erie by converting its upper floors from office to residential use, while preserving the ground-floor retail. The project will create approximately 66 new rental apartments without altering the building’s height, footprint, or envelope. An on-site loading dock accessed from the public alley will be used to support the residential use. No zoning change is required. To allow the building to remain in its current form, the development team will seek a transit-served location parking reduction, to reduce the required rear yard setback, and other minor zoning relief. The building has been nominated for listing on the National Register of Historic Places as part of this redevelopment effort, which will deliver much-needed new housing to the area while preserving and ensuring the long-term sustainability of this historic resource.
These projects will be reviewed at an upcoming Chicago Plan Commission meeting, with subsequent approval required by City Council. As part of Alderman Reilly’s transparent community process for new developments, your comments and observations are welcome. Please click here to provide your feedback on 42nd Ward developments.