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Property and Real Estate
Stories in this category tend to focus on how Lansing’s two townships—Bloom and Thornton—help build community by providing information that equips residents to understand their property tax assessments and appeal them when necessary.
Lansing and Calumet City support $15.6 million levee restoration project to protect against future flooding
Project would require both municipalities to reach real estate easement agreements with some residents and businesses along Little Calumet River
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (September...
Lansing approves slew of new businesses: Smoothie King, Bevda’s Beverage Superstore, Cheers Video Gaming, and others
Fitness studio, event venue, Starbucks drive-through, and potential Chipotle also discussed
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (September 9, 2021) — The last two Village Board meetings...
MVP Studio and Spa cuts ribbon on upscale salon on Ridge Road, filling old Chop Shop space
Owner Michaela Vaughan excited to bring hair, nails, skin, wax, and other services to high-profile location
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (August 25, 2021) – Lisa...
Additional sign at Dollar Tree – Lansing Planning and Zoning Board Agenda 8/11/21
LANSING, Ill. (August 10, 2021) – All residents are welcome to attend Planning and Zoning Board meetings. The Planning and Zoning Board meets as...
Event hall in River Place – Lansing Planning and Zoning Board Agenda 7/28/21
LANSING, Ill. (July 26, 2021) – All residents are welcome to attend Planning and Zoning Board meetings. The Planning and Zoning Board meets as...
Fitness studio, church, and trucking company – Lansing Planning and Zoning Board Agenda 7/14/21
LANSING, Ill. (July 10, 2021) – All residents are welcome to attend Planning and Zoning Board meetings. The Planning and Zoning Board meets as...
Proposed healthcare and housing facility would prioritize veterans, people with disabilities
"Torrence Place" planned for 2320 Thornton Lansing Road
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (June 28, 2021) – A new healthcare and residential facility is taking steps...
Future Starbucks on Torrence requests special use for drive-through – Planning and Zoning Board Agenda 6/23/21
LANSING, Ill. (June 21, 2021) – All residents are welcome to attend Planning and Zoning Board meetings. The Planning and Zoning Board meets as...
Planning and Zoning Board to consider special use for development at 2320 Thornton Lansing Road – Agenda 6/9/21
LANSING, Ill. (June 8, 2021) – All residents are welcome to attend Planning and Zoning Board meetings. The Planning and Zoning Board meets as...
Music Mines opens first location on Ridge, second planned for former Puzon’s Music
Franklin family to "mine for creativity" through variety of lesson options
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (May 27, 2021) – The thump of speakers, melody of...
Napleton takes steps toward new car dealership at former Best Buy site
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (May 12, 2021) – The Napleton Group has taken initial steps toward opening a new car dealership at 17151 Torrence...
Cadou Decor to bring high-end boutique and art gallery to Ridge Road
Owner Summer Megdadi plans to transform former Card Carousel into luxury boutique for art, decor, and furniture
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (May 3, 2021) –...
Cook County Assessor responds to Lansing businesses’ property assessment concerns
Assessor admits mistakes in Lansing, offers short- and long-term solutions
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (April 9, 2021) – If they weren't before, property owners in...
Lansing taxing bodies work together to demand property tax fairness for local businesses
Support hoped to spread, Village creates online portal for businesses
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (March 13, 2021) – When business property reassessments were released last...
Lansing approves QuikTrip gas station at former Kmart location
Southeast corner of 173rd St. and Torrence Ave.
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (February 6, 2021) – The Village Board on Tuesday approved a special use...