Damen Silos
Coverage of Damen Silos in the Nexus archive.
- Damen Silos Owner Built Unauthorized Parking Lot, Violating City Code, City Says
Michael Tadin Jr., owner of the former Damen Silos site, built an unauthorized parking lot violating Chicago's municipal code, including stormwater management and zoning requirements. The city has issued a violation letter, urging compliance and threatening enforcement if issues are not resolved.
- After Damen Silos demolition, city warns owner about code violations
The owner of the former Damen Silos site, Michael Tadin Jr., faces city warnings for operating an unauthorized parking lot without a stormwater management plan, violating zoning and stormwater ordinances. Tadin claims the lot is temporary and does not require a permit, but the city has demanded compliance and halted its use, with potential daily fines if violations persist.
- Damen Silos Site Is Now A Parking Lot
The Damen Silos site in McKinley Park has been converted into a temporary parking lot by MAT Limited Partnership, owned by Michael Tadin Jr., despite community opposition over its potential to be a green space. The project was completed without a permit, raising concerns about pollution and regulatory compliance, while long-term plans for the site remain unclear.