Aon Center owner wants to start building observatory — with thrill ride, restaurant, glass elevators — by spring - News Article Locations on Waymarking.com

"A planned observatory atop the Aon Center could welcome its first thrill seekers in less than two years as the Chicago skyscraper’s owner nears zoning approval for the $185 million addition overlooking Millennium Park.

The owner of Chicago’s third-tallest building, 601W Cos., on Thursday will present a revised plan to create the observatory and its Sky Summit attraction to the Chicago Plan Commission.

If 601W’s plan is approved as expected, it would be a key step toward full City Council approval — and, by the spring, work to build the observatory. (visit link)

The New York-based developer hopes to start construction by June and complete the estimated $185 million project by fall 2020, 601W principal Mark Karasick said."

Type of publication: Internet Only When was the article reported?: 12/18/2018 Publication: Chicago Tribune Article Url: [Web Link] Is Registration Required?: no How widespread was the article reported?: regional News Category: Business/Finance

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