For anybody who doesn't know, the company who bought this lot was able to build an asphalt plant next to a park, school, and people's houses without any notice or public input. Part of their site was rezoned by the previous alder after receiving large donations.
Update - https://blockclubchicago.org/2023/08/25/as-neighbors-fight-to-save-damen-silos-mckinley-park-alderwoman-calls-for-demolition-permit-delay/
For anybody who doesn't know, the company who bought this lot was able to build an asphalt plant next to a park, school, and people's houses without any notice or public input. Part of their site was rezoned by the previous alder after receiving large donations.