TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT PLAN PRESENTATION LAWRENCE TO BRYN MAWR MODERNIZATION PROJECT AREA
Purpose Create a community-led vision for redevelopment in the neighborhood Test specific concepts for CTA owned parcels Expedite development post-construction Timing Outgrowth of the community engagement process that began in 2009 Planning Grant award from Federal Transit Administration Coordination between transit project and development sites
Community Engagement 12 month process 22 stakeholder meetings including 3 open house meetings: May 2017 idea gathering November 2017 vision & goals; initial ideas May 2018 review of recommendations; next steps Aldermanic dialogue Website updates
TOD Planning Process TODAY Discovery Visioning Development Recommendations Implementation 2018 2020 s Existing Conditions Market Analysis Transit project coordination Engagement Vision Principles and Goals Concept development Market testing Engagement Concept refinement Public meeting Final report Select developers Zoning / public review Construction Aldermanic reviews
A Multi-Modal District Pedestrians Enhanced pedestrian environment Widened sidewalk on Hollywood Boulevard Transit CTA Bryn Mawr, Berwyn, Argyle, and Lawrence stations Increased transit service #36, #81, #84, and #146 existing bus service Bike Broadway bike lanes New neighborhood bike routes planned in Edgewater Bike amenities in new developments
Community Vision The District has a rich cultural legacy Home to a multicultural community Seeks to celebrate and ensure its social and economic diversity Build upon the assets of the community in a sustainable and equitable manner
Guiding Principles & Goals Reinforce distinctive characteristics of each neighborhood Respect character of historic districts Enhance cultural assets with complementary development Improve access to transit, promote all modes of transportation including walking and biking Include housing for seniors, low-income residents, and those with disabilities
Lawrence House Renovation 350 units (1020 W. Lawrence Ave) CTA Lawrence Station Uptown Theatre CTA Argyle Station 5050 N Broadway Renovation and New Construction 700 units CTA Berwyn Station CTA Bryn Mawr Station CTA Bryn Mawr Station (new entrance on Hollywood) LBMM DISTRICT
Market Analysis includes both Edgewater and Uptown Modest population growth Emerging job growth Majority of housing is currently outside the Broadway corridor 1/3 of residents commute to downtown for work CTA Wilson Station/Gerber Building 5050 N Broadway 4601 N Broadway Lawrence House 1020 W Lawrence
Redevelopment Sites Site specific development concepts illustrate development goals Based on community input and market realities Zoning: Chicago s Transit-Oriented Development Ordinance Sites will need variances and/or to be rezoned by the developer Changes require public process
Wilson Yards Target 4601 N. Broadway 9 Floors, 200 Units CTA Wilson Station Lawrence House Rehab Aragon Ballroom CTA Lawrence Station Riviera Theatre Uptown Theatre Uptown Square District Mixed-Use 7-12 Floors, 710 Units, 600 parking spaces St. Boniface Cemetery Lawrence
Looking East on Lawrence at Broadway
Looking East on Lawrence at Broadway
1125 W. Lawrence Avenue Site access from Broadway and alley east of site Public realm improvements: Restored Street Wall Reduce curb cuts Site: 30,000 SF Commercial: 8,600 SF Residential: 175 apartments studio, one, and two bedrooms Building height: 14 stories On site parking: 156 spaces, divided between public and residential
West Argyle Historic District CTA Argyle Station Renovation 12 Floors, 342 Units, 600 parking spaces Mixed-Use 7 Floors, 368 Units Mixed-Use 4 Floors, 36 Units Argyle
Looking East on Argyle
Looking East on Argyle
1124 W. Argyle Street Site access from existing alley Column free sidewalks and roadway Site: 4,700 SF Commercial: 1,800 SF Residential: 16 apartments one and two bedroom Building height: 5 stories On site parking: Up to 4 spaces or Loading
5440 N. Sheridan Proposed Senior Housing 16 Floors, 174 Units Bryn Mawr Historic District Edgewater Theatre CTA Bryn Mawr Station New CTA Bryn Mawr Station entrance at Hollywood Bryn Mawr
Looking West on Bryn Mawr from Winthrop Ave
Looking West on Bryn Mawr from Winthrop Ave
1113 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue Public realm improvements: Alley relocated adjacent to/under new track structure Minimize curb cuts Clear pedestrian crossing at Bryn Mawr Station Entrance Column free sidewalks and roadway Site: 4,500 SF Commercial: 1,800 SF Residential: 16 apartments - studio, one, and two bedrooms Building height: 5 stories On site parking: 2 spaces
5440 N. Sheridan Proposed Senior Housing 16 Floors, 174 Units Bryn Mawr Historic District New CTA Bryn Mawr Station entrance at Hollywood CTA Bryn Mawr Station Broadway
Looking South on Broadway
Looking South on Broadway
5619-5625 N. Broadway Minimize curb cuts Enhance streetscape Site access from existing alley Shared parking opportunities Site: 31,000 SF Commercial: 7,600 SF Residential: 99 apartments studio, one, and two bedrooms Building height: 7 stories On site parking: 94 spaces with potential for shared parking with nearby developments
5440 N. Sheridan Proposed Senior Housing 16 Floors, 174 Units Bryn Mawr Historic District New CTA Bryn Mawr Station entrance at Hollywood CTA Bryn Mawr Station Hollywood
Looking South on Broadway at Hollywood Blvd
Looking South on Broadway at Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood & Broadway Widened sidewalk on Hollywood Enhanced landscape between site and new CTA Station Entrance Reduce curb cuts Access from existing alley Site: 16,200 SF Commercial: 6,700 SF Residential: 81 apartments studio, one, and two bedrooms Building height: 8 stories On site parking: 15 spaces with potential for shared parking with nearby developments
Next Steps 12-18 Months Before Transit Project Completion Publish TOD Report Transit Project Developer Selection Pre Development Activities Transit Project Completion Site Development August 2018 Design and Solicitation engineering Review and Final site evaluation conditions Start of construction Selection Negotiation Design Zoning Permitting Completion 2025 (estimated) Typical construction 12 to 24 months
Guiding Principles & Goals Reinforce distinctive characteristics of each neighborhood Respect character of historic districts Enhance cultural assets with complementary development Improve access to transit, promote all modes of transportation including walking and biking Include housing for seniors, low-income residents, and those with disabilities
Developer Selection A competitive process: History of delivering successful developments Value to community Alignment with community vision and goals Financial capabilities Schedule Development concept Property management capabilities and experience Exceed minimum recommended requirements for affordable housing and sustainability Price
Developer Responsibilities Submit proposal to CTA Meet or exceed CTA selection criteria Meet Chicago construction regulations Zoning Permitting Meet other city requirements for Affordable Housing Sustainable Development
Stay Engaged TOD Development Studies On the CTA web site (transitchicago.com/rpm) Market Analysis Existing Conditions Report Public Meeting Outcomes Zoning Analysis Final TOD Report (August 2018) RPM Transit Construction Project Dedicated outreach team Regular public meetings RPM Community Outreach Storefront Open for Business and Good Neighbor efforts Project signage & Wayfinding Project hotline Project website, e-blasts, social media updates Construction activity notices (CANs)
transitchicago.com/rpm Jeffrey Wilson Director of Government and Community Relations Chicago Transit Authority (CTA ) Phone: 312-681-2712 rpm@transitchicago.com CONSULTING TEAM Solomon Cordwell Buenz McGuire Igleski & Associates Kirsch-Taylor Consulting Goodman Williams Group Fish Transportation Group, Inc. Vistara Construction Services, Inc. David Mason & Associates Grisko LLC