Plans for 7 Brew Drive-Thru Coffee in Joliet are moving forward, but not without complications. The company, which received approval to demolish a Long John Silver two years ago, has yet to start that project. Instead, they are now asking the Joliet City Council for permission to build a second location. This new site would be a small drive-thru coffee shop on Plainfield Road. The proposal includes a compact building and a parking area.
• 7 Brew aims to build a 515-square-foot coffee shop with a unique drive-thru system.
• The company has faced delays in redeveloping the original Long John Silver site, which remains vacant.
• City officials are supportive of the new proposal, highlighting its potential benefits.
• The council will review the new application at an upcoming meeting.
This situation highlights the challenges businesses face in urban redevelopment. While 7 Brew seeks to expand, the stalled project raises questions about their ability to execute plans. The outcome could influence future developments in Joliet and set a precedent for similar businesses.
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