Anne Rossley's (rossley) Blog

The historic Chicago coach house is so incredibly special... * You can't build one anymore -- they're grandfathered in--so if you have one, hang onto it (meaning -- preserve it, protect it, honor it)! * Because they were built years ago, for coaches and their coachmen (ya think?!), they have grea...

The historic Chicago coach house is so incredibly special... * You can't build one anymore -- they're grandfathered in--so if you have one, hang onto it (meaning -- preserve it, protect it, honor it)! * Because they were built years ago, for coaches and their coachmen (ya think?!), they have grea...

  Residents of Edgewater who voted in Tuesday's election had the opportunity to voice their opinions on lakefront development. At issue is if and how the lakefront between Osterman Beach and Evanston is developed to provide a continuous path and park system along the shoreline. The vote, 60% in ...

Hot Ravenswood Manor is being named as an Historic District. I say, "Congratulations! This is great news for residents and home buyers alike. As an historic homeowner and recipient of tax freeze benefits, I am happy to hear that another Chicago neighborhood has joined the ranks of eligible neighb...