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The deadline is near if you are planning to nominate a home for Winnetka's annual Preservation Awards. Each year, Winnetka honors construction projects that are done in keeping with the history and character of the village. Their are three categories: Restoration, Rehabilitation, and New Construction.
Rehabilitation
The project restores the property to its original appearance using original plans and required research. The project may be a full-scale or partial restoration. An example of a partial restoration would include the replacement of an asphalt shingle roof with original roof material, or the restoration of a porch to its original condition
Restoration
The project is sympathetic to the building's original design. Original plans and research materials are not available, but the project upholds the spirit of the building's style, use of materials and finish. Room additions or garages represent examples of rehabilitation.
New Construction
Emphasizes the project's compatibility with its neighborhood. In this respect, issues regarding style, massing, scale, color, trees and context to adjacent properties feature in consideration.
To obtain an application and read the rules, pleae click Village of Winnetka Preservation Award Application . You may also call Ann Klaassen at 847-716-3525
Previous Winners
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Say it isn't so! Even in the desirable areas of Chicago, prices have declined.
2443 N Burling, Chicago declined from $455,000 to $405,000 in the matter of just a few years based on re-sale data of an existing unit. Granted, this is not a 30% decline from peak to trough that so many areas of Chicago have experienced, but nonetheless, that is a lot of cabbage the a condo owner is walking away from to sell the unit and move on to something else.
Needless to say, if this transaction in a desirable portion of a desirable area is any indication, then we are all in store for a rough 2012.
Michael Hobbs, PahRoo Appraisal & Consultancy
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No matter what your kid is into, there's a camp for him or her. Here's your handy dandy guide to day camps on Chicago's North Shore. In addition to the camps listed below, the park districts in Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe and Highland Park offer a variety of fun and affordable summer camp options.
1225 Riverwoods Rd., Lake Forest
www.bannerdaycamp.com
Ages 3 - 6th grade
It’s all about growing as an individual, embracing new opportunities and having fun. And it’s more than just fun. Banner campers develop positive self-esteem as they achieve new accomplishments, socially and athletically. 847-295-4900
310 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka
www.nscdscamps.org
Ages 4 - 10
The Day Camp's diverse programs allow for all campers to try new activities in a setting where individual growth is fostered by a caring staff. The goal is to actively involve all campers while offering encouragement and support as they tackle new endeavors. NSCD offers several other summer programs as well. Visit www.nscdscamps.org for more info. 847-441-3350
Northbrook
4 yrs - 7th grade
Located on 10 beautiful secluded acres in Northbrook, JCC “Z” Frank Apachi day camp has been bringing magical summers to Northshore children for over 25 years. With virtually every sport imaginable, an array of cultural arts activities and door-to door bus service, your child will expand their interests, have fun, grow and make new friends while developing greater independence. www.gojcc.org/daycamp
Lincolnwood School, 2600 Colfax, Evanston
847-869-3575
Kindergarten- 8th grade
At GoodSports! your child is exposed to a well rounded variety of sports and activities aimed at developing a whole range of skills and abilities. It's great fun that builds your child's sportsmanship, athletic skills, and confidence under the enthusiastic guidance of experienced and dedicated professionals. www.goodsportsyouthcamp.org
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