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In 1914, Charles Wegman built a ballpark in Chicago's Lake View neighborhood, birthing what would later become Wrigley Field. This facility was unique from the onset, situated amidst a residential area with strict regulations, and an absence of foresight regarding monetizing rooftop views. Back then, the idea that people would one day pay to watch baseball games from their homes seemed far-fetched—who would imagine such a transformation?
For decades, locals casually enjoyed Cubs games from rooftops, turning an unassuming pastime into an unexpected source of revenue when the Cubs regained their competitive edge in the 1980s. By the early 2000s, sophisticated rooftop businesses catered to fans seeking a premium experience, fueling a financial struggle with the Cubs organization.