Housing complex going up in Illinois Medical District to serve veterans, disabled residents

One of Chicago’s oldest nonprofits is stepping into the affordable housing market.

CHICAGO - One of Chicago’s oldest nonprofits is stepping into the affordable housing market.

Chicago Lighthouse, which serves the blind and visually impaired, is leading the development of the Foglia Residences.

A groundbreaking event took place Thursday. The Foglia Residences will be a mixed-use affordable housing complex in the Illinois Medical District.

Apartments in the nine-story structure will be reserved for veterans and residents living with disabilities.

The project is expected to be completed in 2024.