Mixed-use Development Proposed for 2565 W. Madison in Chicago

Level Development plans 5-story building with 56 apartments and 3,600 sq ft of retail space

Apr. 13, 2026 at 2:00pm

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A photorealistic studio still life depicting a scale model of a sleek, contemporary 5-story mixed-use building with clean lines, polished materials, and dramatic lighting, symbolizing the abstract concepts of urban redevelopment and community planning.A conceptual rendering of the proposed mixed-use development at 2565 W. Madison, highlighting the project's modern architectural design and potential impact on the surrounding neighborhood.Chicago Today

A zoning application has been filed for a proposed mixed-use development at 2565 W. Madison in Chicago. Planned by Level Development, the project site is located at the corner of W. Madison St and S. Rockwell St. The vacant site is currently owned by the city, and the developer has submitted an application to acquire the property.

Why it matters

This proposed development would bring new residential units and retail space to the West Side of Chicago, continuing the trend of mixed-use projects in the city. The site's current vacancy presents an opportunity for redevelopment, though the zoning change request may face scrutiny from the local community.

The details

Designed by 2RZ Architecture, the proposed development would be a five-story building reaching approximately 60 feet in height. The project would feature 56 residential units, 3,600 square feet of retail space, and 20 parking spaces. The ground floor would have the retail space along Madison St and the residential lobby at the corner. The interior garage and bike room would be accessed from the alley. The upper four floors would hold the 56 planned apartments, with a mix of 36 one-bedroom and 20 two-bedroom units, some with private balconies. To allow for the scope of the project, the developer is seeking to rezone the site from C1-2 to B3-3, which will require approvals from the Committee on Zoning and City Council.

  • The zoning application was filed in April 2026.

The players

Level Development

The developer planning the proposed mixed-use project at 2565 W. Madison.

2RZ Architecture

The architecture firm designing the proposed 5-story, 56-unit mixed-use building.

City of Chicago

The current owner of the vacant development site at 2565 W. Madison.

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What’s next

The proposed development will need to receive approvals from the Committee on Zoning and City Council to allow for the requested zoning change from C1-2 to B3-3.

The takeaway

This mixed-use project represents an opportunity to revitalize a vacant site in Chicago's West Side, adding new housing and retail space. However, the zoning change request may face scrutiny from the local community, underscoring the importance of community engagement in the development process.