Plan and financing
Capri Investment Group founder Quintin E. Primo III and GRIT Chicago unveiled a proposed $10 billion Bronzeville Lakefront development on Nov. 12, according to their release. The plan seeks to offer the Chicago Bears a stadium option in the city, with a domed venue for approximately 75,000 spectators. $10 BILLION BRONZEVILLE DEVELOPMENT PLAN OFFERS NEW OPPORTUNITY TO KEEP BEARS IN CHICAGO
The team's preliminary financing framework envisions a publicly owned stadium with substantial Bears contributions, including an upfront lease payment, along with NFL financing programs and potential refinancing and issuance of Illinois Sports Facilities Authority bonds. The release also anticipates substantial public financial participation and identifies potential municipal, state and federal sources for infrastructure. $10 BILLION BRONZEVILLE DEVELOPMENT PLAN OFFERS NEW OPPORTUNITY TO KEEP BEARS IN CHICAGO
The proposal covers approximately 100 acres around the former Michael Reese Hospital site and more than 11 million square feet of development. It would combine the hospital site with Prairie Shores and proposed air rights over the McCormick Place Marshaling Yard. The developers seek more than 5,000 homes on the site and nearby. $10 BILLION BRONZEVILLE DEVELOPMENT PLAN OFFERS NEW OPPORTUNITY TO KEEP BEARS IN CHICAGO
At Prairie Shores, the proposal calls for retaining and rehabilitating two towers and building replacement apartments. The developers say they would work with residents on protections to be incorporated into a binding community benefits agreement, including five years of rent protections. The team is preparing an updated infrastructure plan for the city; community engagement, technical reviews and negotiations remain ahead. $10 BILLION BRONZEVILLE DEVELOPMENT PLAN OFFERS NEW OPPORTUNITY TO KEEP BEARS IN CHICAGO