NewsChicago Sun-TimesJuly 17, 2026Illinois
Amazon Receives Initial Approval for New Gage Park Distribution Center
The Chicago Plan Commission has approved plans for a new Amazon delivery center in Gage Park, located at the former Central Steel & Wire site. The project includes a 235,137-square-foot facility, significant landscaping, and a donation of two acres to the Chicago Park District.
Read the full story at Chicago Sun-TimesWhy It Matters
The project will transform a 69-acre industrial site into a logistics hub, creating 350 construction jobs and 600 permanent roles while impacting local traffic patterns and land use in the 14th Ward.
Key Facts
- The facility will span 235,137 square feet on a 69-acre site.
- Amazon purchased the site in 2021 for $35 million.
- The project will create 350 temporary construction jobs and 200 permanent Amazon jobs.
- An additional 400 jobs will be created for delivery service partners.
- Starting hourly wages for employees are set at $21.50 plus benefits.
- Construction is expected to begin in October 2025 with completion by September 2027.
- The site will include 244 parking spaces and a 4,500-square-foot fleet service building.
- Two acres of the site will be donated to the Chicago Park District, with Amazon funding the park's development.
- The facility will be set back at least 360 feet from neighboring streets.
- Amazon committed to scheduling vehicle traffic outside of peak hours to mitigate neighborhood impact.
Who's Mentioned
organizationChicago Plan Commission“Municipal body that granted initial approval for the project.”organizationVenture One Real Estate“Developer managing the site on behalf of Amazon.”organizationChicago Park District“Recipient of a two-acre land donation for public space.”personJeylú Gutiérrez“14th Ward Alderperson who supports the project and negotiated community benefits”personJeff Cali“Senior VP of development services at Venture One Real Estate.”organizationAmazon“Developer and operator of the proposed distribution center.”personKyle DeGuilio“Amazon senior manager for economic development policy.”