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Logan Square Kitchen

Type of Construction: 
Renovation / Reconstruction
Type of Development: 
Commercial shared-use kitchen and 75-seat event space.
Completion Date: 
August 2009
Square Footage: 
(+) 4000 Square Feet
Number of Units: 
2 residential apartments, not part of LEED construction
Sustainable Design Features: 
  • Water conservation: use 40% below standard
  • Lighting power: electricity use 35% below standard; use of infrared and daylighting sensors throughout commercial space
  • HVAC: power 30% below standard
  • Extensive use of salvaged and restored materials
  • Use of low-VOC products
  • Use of Green Seal cleaning products
  • All eligible classes of kitchen equipment are Energy Star rated
  • Energy Star Sound System
  • Above-standard HVAC system
  • Aggressive waste reduction and recycling practices
Types of Funding Received: 
  • Conventional commercial building mortgage – Old Second National Bank
  • Conventional construction loan – Old Second National Bank
  • SBIF Grant/via Somercor: $150,000 (the maximum available)
  • Gap financing – Chicago Community Loan Fund
Social Benefits: 
  • Economic development: Shared-use kitchen allows start-up food businesses to begin operating in a legal commercial facility. Available on an hourly basis.
  • Public health: Glorious Food, a 501(c)(3) corporation, teaches diet as disease prevention
  • Environmental sustainability: Energy efficiency workshops presented in conjunction with Green Chicago Restaurant Coop
  • Restoration of vacant storefront in Logan Square neighborhood
Green Rating: 
Applying for LEED Gold Commercial Interior

Location:

2333 North Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL
United States
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