1904 W ADAMS ST, Near West Side
A significant new construction project is underway at 1904 W Adams St in Chicago's Near West Side, indicating major development in the neighborhood. This project involves building a two-story mixed-use commercial building with a unique 6,000-seat music venue.
This active permit for new construction was issued on June 2, 2026, with a substantial reported project cost of $2,700,000. The scope includes caissons for the foundation, a mezzanine, and various occupancy groups for retail, storage, and community spaces. James McHugh Construction Co. is the contractor.
The $2.7 million construction of a mixed-use building with a 6,000-seat music venue on the Near West Side represents a major commercial development for the area.
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June 2, 2026
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Filed by JAMES MCHUGH CONSTRUCTION CO · 5 permits across 3 areas
View the official permit record
Tracking number, work description, cost, and dates
| Tracking Number | 101074704 |
| Work Permit # | — |
| Job Filing Number | — |
| Work Type | — |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Job Description | DIRECT DEVELOPER SERVICES 2019 CBC. CAISSONS (VERTICAL PENETRATION) ONLY TO -34 CCD FOR PROPOSED 2 STORY BUILDING WITH A MEZZANINE. NO BASEMENT FOR MIXED USED COMMERICAL BUILDING AND WILL INCLUDE A 6,000 SEAT MUSIC VENUE, STORAGE, COMMERCIAL LOADING, RETAIL AND COMMUNITY SPACE. BUILDING WILL HAVE AN OCCUPIED ROOF. THE PROJECT IS NOT CONSIDERED A HIGH-RISE. OCCUPANCY GROUPS A-1, A-3, B, M, S-1, AND S-2 (NON-SEPARATED). TYPE 1-B CONSTRUCTION. CONSULTANT REVIEWER: V3 COMPANIES OF IL |
| Floor / Unit | — |
| Estimated Cost | $2,700,000 |
| Approved | October 8, 2025 |
UNITED CENTER JOINT VENTURE
| Issued | June 2, 2026 |
| Expires | — |
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