The Beat
The City is thrilled to announce the launch of the downtown entertainment district’s official logo “The Beat.” Unveiled at a Council study session on May 7, 2024, the Beat encompasses all of the downtown entertainment district. Boasting a wide variety of entertainers and programs for the community to enjoy, The Beat will allow community members […]
Building Permits Issued
The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 2000 N Neil $608,000 05/07/24 Alteration Retail 100 Trade Center $550,000 05/08/24 Alteration Office 2024 Overall Construction Value: $ […]
Garage Fire – 600 Block of Alabama Ave.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a detached garage in the 600 block of Alabama Ave., Wednesday, May 8, at 1:25 p.m. Fire crews were able to quickly get the fire under control. Firefighters responded to a report from a passerby of a detached garage on fire. Once on the scene, fire […]
Building Permit Issued
The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 2105 Park Court $2,000,000 04/17/2024 Alteration Lab Remodel 2024 Overall Construction Value: $ 36,191,642
Champaign Fire Canvassed Two Neighborhoods After Recent Fires
On Thursday, April 18, the Fire Department canvassed two neighborhoods that had recently suffered fires, testing smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and installing new alarms in homes that need them. Firefighters went door-to-door in the 1300 block of Joanne Ln. and 4800 block of W. Windsor Rd, making sure homes had working smoke and carbon […]
Champaign Fire Canvassing Two Neighborhoods After Recent Fires
On Thursday, April 18, 2024, the Champaign Fire Department will be canvassing two neighborhoods that have recently suffered fires, testing smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and installing new alarms in homes that need them. From 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., firefighters will be going door-to-door in the 1300 block of Joanne Ln. making sure homes […]
Building Permits Issued
The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 1902 S Fourth St $280,000 04/04/2024 Alteration Solar Array 707 S Fourth $426,533 04/09/2024 Alteration Multi-Family 2024 Overall Construction […]
Building Permits Issued
The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 1826 Glenn Park $361,000 03/28/24 Alteration Dispensary 711 S Wright St $696,433 03/29/24 Alteration Restaurant 2024 Overall Construction Value: […]
Prime Contractor Breakfast
On Friday, March 29, 2024 the City’s Equity and Engagement Department in partnership with the Finance Department, hosted a breakfast for prime contractors to learn more about the City’s procurement process and diversity efforts. City staff were also invited to participate and speak to vendors. More than 30 people were in attendance and our prime […]
Building Permits Issued
The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 4814 Vahalla Dr $395,500 03/15/24 New Single Family 2301 N Prospect $600,000 03/18/24 Alteration Restaurant 2301 Lovie Lane $280,000 03/26/24 New Single Family […]