Casey Smagala

Husband. Big Brother. City Lover. Ideas Sharer. @ChiBuildings Cofounder & Evangelist

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

Research every available #vacantlot in the new #ChiBlockBuilder initiative using Chicago Cityscape ( @ChiBuildings ). Here’s a short 🎥 tutorial ➡️ https://t.co/NqVEcLe8hf

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

Chambers of Commerce – let your voices be heard 📣. @NatlMainStreet survey is working w funders to gather info on ⬇️

> Recent challenges // opportunities
> Programs & activities
> Geographic contexts
> Revenue sources

Survey link ➡️ https://t.co/AeUZTAGgpv

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

Here's a tutorial on how to find this info on our site ➡️
https://t.co/owKRAwo1w3

Here's a link to the areas interactive map ➡️
https://t.co/YRZItsDJAs

DM me or comment here if you'd like a free trial of Chicago Cityscape.

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

As real estate teams reimagine possibilities on LaSalle St, @Chibuildings tells you ▪️ ALL the available incentives ▪️ Number of units that can added under the FAR & zoning ▪️ Every property in the reimagined area ▪️ It's zoning + allowable uses ▪️ & much more ▪️ See tutorial ⬇️

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

@ChiBuildings has hundreds of members giving us GREAT feedback. Based on their input, below are 10 improvements from summer 2022.

Cityscape(ers) – What improvements // additions would you like to see next?

https://t.co/CK1ZWtvPpe

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

Register here :: https://t.co/orRtSamv3c

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

@Chicagocic is hosting a webinar on how @ChiBuildings helps ▪️ GCs & SubContractors find business development intelligence ▪️ Property Manages get a grip on building permits & violations ▪️ Developers uncover sites & available incentives ▪️ Investors consolidate due diligence

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

"The deal didn't become attractive until I identified incentives in @ChiBuildings" Kevin of @RootRealty finds 30 + incentives across IL w Cityscape.
#LowIncomeHousingTaxCredits
#CityscapeMemberSuccess
#NewMarketTaxCredits
#QualifiedCensusTract
#OpportunityZone
#EnterpriseZone

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

@GooseIsland for the win !! @cta ‘L’ Car Spotted On Eisenhower Expressway Wasn’t A Runaway Train — It’s Goose Island Brewery’s Mobile Bar https://t.co/x00bvOeWwn

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

Here's a short video highlighting how use @ChiBuildings to find #UnusedZoningCapacity

I see 319 additional unit opportunities in Albany Park

https://t.co/E1PDwYA94k

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

FOUR tips on #UnusedZoningCapacity for Housing Orgs, RE Brokers, & Developers ...

( 1 ) Can add more affordable housing 
( 2 ) Chicago Cityscape maps it   
( 3 ) No zoning change required
( 4 ) Increases property value
( * ) It's EVERYWHERE !!

[Adam Shimer @shimer_adam]

Today’s groundbreaking on the $43 million Auburn Gresham Apartments was the first of a series that will take place across #InvestSouthWest neighborhoods this fall. More to come with @chicagosmayor, @ChicagoDOH and @ChicagoDPD!!

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

Encouraging to see a few of these methods at work in #Chicago. https://t.co/PBndiHxBTS

[Chicago DPD @ChicagoDPD]

Plan Commission approved plans to expand Esperanza Health Centers at 47th and California in Brighton Park. The proposal includes a new 43,000-square-foot medical building to increase capacity for healthcare and social services. The project is expected to create 115 new jobs.

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

New Green Line Station @ Lake & Damen finally received permits – increasing the development potential of surrounding lots. An easy @ChiBuildings search shows 53 #VacantLots 45 #CityOwnedLots 11 properties w #UnusedZoningCapacity. See comments for video on finding developable lots

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

Here's a short video highlighting how to find developable lots using @ChiBuildings :: https://t.co/WRUNxvD7ph

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

Heard about this cool event from @CityCastChicago. Check out "Street Love Ride: 2022" https://t.co/WTOvrwQmJ3 @Eventbrite

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

@elistone0 I’ve meant Mayor Biss a few times. He’s an intelligent, whitt, & charming guy. I think the “Bliss” spelling was a sign - not a mistake !!

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

@ChiBuildings @chicago @cta @ChicagoDPD @ChicagoDOH

[Casey Smagala @CMSmags]

@ChiBuildings Great to see @chicago & @cta investing here !! Hoping this sparks development on available land in the area. An easy @ChiBuildings search shows ... 45 #ChicagoOwnedLots, 53 #VacantLots, and 11 properties w #UnusedZoningCapacity. 👀 @ChicagoDPD + @ChicagoDOH