October 2020 Newsletter
4500 N. Spaulding Avenue, Albany Park- 90-Day Demolition Delay
Address: 4500 N. Spaulding Avenue, Albany Park
#100908603
Date Received: 02/18/2021
Ward: 33rd Ward Alderwoman Rossana Rodriguez
Applicant: D. S. Construction, Inc
Owner: Chicago Milal Church
Permit Description: Demolition and removal...
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