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CHICAGO — Developers and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel held a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday for the $45.6 million Shops and Lofts project in the Bronzeville neighborhood of Chicago. The three-acre development, which is located at 47th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue, includes a new five-story, 72-unit apartment building with 55,000 square feet of retail; two new six-flats; a new nine-flat; and a rehabilitated three-flat; along with parking for residents and visitors. A Walmart Neighborhood Market will occupy most of the retail space, which is being developed by Skilken and Troy Enterprises. The Community Builders Inc. will develop the residential component, comprised of 44 affordable, 28 public housing and 24 market-rate apartments.