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structure #743137704building

North American Building

existing 89.9 m 19 floors 1912

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#439 in Chicago
#4117 in United States
#5768 in North America
#36025 Worldwide

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Building Mass Height	89.9 m
Tip Height	89.9 m
Architectural Height	89.9 m
Roof Height	89.9 m
Floors	19
Completion	1912
Structural Form	high-rise building
Main Usage	residential condominium
Status	existing
Architectural Style	chicago school
Address	36 South State Street
Smart Address	36 South State Street
Smart Address	2 West Monroe Street
City	Chicago
Country	United States

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