I moved away from the Chicago area over 30 years ago. I'm simply floored at how much these homes are going for in Chicago. The homes she renovates looked like tear downs when I was a kid. I Never thought they would ever be worth so much money years later.
I love Allison Victoria her designs are filled with historical charm filled with her heart & her love of her home Chicago. I loved her in Kitchen Crashers on HGTV. Windy City Rehab is her baby her love for what she does shows in her work. My heart broke at this seasons show, Alisons pain in finding out that Donovan was cheating her & their business. I thank you for showing that process I felt like it was happening to me. I cry as Alison cried, hell I cried when Alison didn’t just to find out someone that you trusted has betrayed you and caused the pain that Donovan did. My prayers are with you Alison. You will win, you will win.
I am doubting that this is all one person's fault. Anyone that embarks on a partnership has to watch everything. She needs to take ownership of her failing to watch the business.
@@kristicarpenter9518 you clearly haven't watched the show. She has owned her mistakes. She had their business audited when things were clearly not adding up.
@@My3gifts Oh I have watched every minute and cringe at her being a "victim" . It is TV, get a grip....When she started crying in the last episode, oh my goodness...talk about playing the victim. I watch it because I love the results and seeing all things Chicago. She keeps saying she is the designer, yet she invested her money. she should have been involved in examining the books, looking at the payouts, and attending the OAC meetings. That is how those that are in the business (which I am) do it. They don't play designer, they watch everything from day one
🇨🇦🙋♥️ Hello Allison from Ontario Canada. Allison I'm sorry to hear about everything that you've been dealing with! Your by far one of the best and my personal favorite designers I've ever seen! Your designs are so stunning Allison. Watching everyone of your Reno's I possibly can, I feel like we viewers get to know yous on a personal level of sorts. Allison, one of the many traits I've learned about you is your determination, kindness, straight forwardness when needed, lol, but above all is your strength! I so hope you'll keep the shows keep going! You can get past all of these challenges! I absolutely love your shows and besides it's always been your show! Stay strong and keep doing what you love and are amazing at Allison! The world loves you! Sincerely Sandra from Ontario Canada!
It was all fake. He sued the crap out of them for defamation and manipulating footage to make him look bad. They settled. I don't see settling for anyone who did what they made it look like he did. As much as we love them ALL HGTV shows are faked to add drama.
I’m sorry for what Donovan did to her which was very unethical but she does create a lot of her own problems. She has good designs but her business sense, when it comes to budgets and schedules is sometimes lacking. Would you invest in any of her projects?
I love watching her ! She does beautiful work ! She doesn’t give up! She is a businesswoman who knows what she wants and how to get it done. Bravo young lady !
I’ve watched some of the episodes and quickly decided the contractor has no clue about estimates or construction. Every expensive screw up falls on him for not supervising the construction.
I'm watching Windy City Rehab and I've been researching the problems that happened between Alison, Donovan, and the city of Chicago. According to buildings department records, “Windy City Rehab” projects violated city code by: Working without permits at 11 different properties. Working beyond the scope of pulled permits at 11 properties. Failure to comply with safety codes related to issues such as electrical wiring. In early April, two different electrical code violations were issued at one property. Failure to contact the city to obtain certificates of occupancy at two different properties. Hiring workers who are not licensed, certified or registered by the city at 11 properties. Lying on a permit application at 11 properties. Failure to correct a substantial “defect, error or deficiency” at one property. Performing work that poses an “immediate or imminent threat” to the safety of workers or the public at 11 properties. This list is extensive. For Alison to go on TV and cry crocodile tears that she didn't know wreaks disingenuous to me. According to Alison she is "just the designer." She is just the designer visiting every property and she is not aware that she and Donovan hired workers who were not licensed and certified? Hogwash. Both Alison and Donovan were cutting corners to maximize profits and she knew what she was doing. Since Alison's name is tied to the LLC she is responsible for knowing. I don't doubt Donovan stole money but how could he steal over $800,000 and Alison not know about it? "He's the finance guy and I'm the designer" isn't going to cut it. Now that the owners from previous properties are suing Alison & Donovan for shoddy construction is again the fault of both. Alison was working without permits at 11 different properties. She can't feign naiveté. Alison was a willing a culpable party to the infractions. Alison and Donovan were penny wise but pound foolish and they got caught. Still, I hope that Alison will learn from her mistakes and that those workers whom have not gotten paid will be well compensated. Don't just think about yourself, Alison, think about all of the other people your misbehavior affected. After all of this I wish you the best of success.
I know that because Alisons name is on the LLC she is responsible for all of the problems it was Donovan that they don’t want on the jobs. It was Donovan’s crew how would Alison know they were hired illegally. Alison was paying yo complete these buildings she was paying contractors that had not been paid with her credit cards and her savings Donovan wasn’t answering the phone after stealing the money 💰 the buildings had to either be sold lot completed. I pray for the best her brand is effected I can see how he Donovan or anyone could do this and she not know if all she did was design if Alison wasn’t there in the sages of development to make sure the work was done I can see how she wouldn’t know. I’ll give her the benefit of the doubt it must be hard having your partner that you trusted let you down then you are held responsible to pick up the pieces Alison will take care of those homeowners that work wasn’t done correctly she will pay the contractor she will win.
@@gospelgirl61graceforliving36 This is the narrative that HGTV wants you to believe. HGTV is culpable too. Alison & HGTV knew that Donovan was operating without a license. It was on the show. Why would HGTV continue to allow filming? Why didn't HGTV vet Alison's and Donovan's credentials before they started filming? Alison is a designer but she is a builder too as her name is on the LLC. Have you seen Anna & James Morrissey's videos and photos of their destroyed home? It's horrifying. It's not just one homeowner but all of the homeowners are taking legal action against Alison & Donovan. I don't doubt that Alison was a victim to some extent but she also turned a blind eye and she knew that the workers on the jobs were not licensed. This is not my opinion. The infractions from the Chicago Buildings Department are in black & white for all to see. Windy City Rehab is a nationwide TV show. What, you think that Alison walked in on the jobs and had no idea? Alison got caught. Her attempt to compensate homeowners is a way for her to save face. Listen, I don't wish Alison or anyone else harm. I don't wish her to fail. I just want her to come clean and apologize for her wrong doing. For Alison to shift the blame and point the finger at Donovan is disingenuous. Perhaps it's the fault too of the homeowners for not hiring a building inspector before purchasing their homes. I'm not sure what the protocol is when purchasing a home that is rehabbed but let this be a lesson to everyone who is involved.
@@davidhunternyc1 as a Chicago resident, it just seems like the typical Chicago way. So many corrupt politicians and businesses here. It seems like everyone is concerned with making money at any cost. No one cares if it's at the expense of others.
@@chi1abb Yes, it's the same in NYC and everywhere else too. I'm not knocking for Alison and Donovan for their business-as-usual approach. Just don't go on TV and act like the victim. The new "general contractor" Ermin Pajazetovic seems like a nice guy but is he licensed? Alison just revealed that Donovan's last 20 properties never passed the building department's final inspection. Alison either turned a blind eye or didn't care. Why would you enter into a LLC with someone and not do your homework? At least Donovan put his tail between his legs and ran when he was caught red-handed. Alison's infractions are minor compared to the infractions by other celebrities. She will rise from the ashes and a couple of years from now people won't care. As long as she is a cash cow for HGTV they won't care either.
He is moron. I am an engineer and designed and built myself 100 apartments in Winnipeg. I double my money after construction and Collect rent. I have designed 5000 projects. I know what I am doing.
Being in this business, I have to say that this is one of the most REALISTIC approaches to a "flip" show that exists. In fact, it isn't a "flip" show. These projects all take +6 months to complete. All permitted, her numbers are very accurate. A "flip" would consist of a project that would be turned over in under 90 -120 days. Allison spends big time money for these projects. This show and "Restored" are the best of the bunch.
I'm watching Windy City Rehab and I've been researching the problems that happened between Alison, Donovan, and the city of Chicago. According to buildings department records, “Windy City Rehab” projects violated city code by: Working without permits at 11 different properties. Working beyond the scope of pulled permits at 11 properties. Failure to comply with safety codes related to issues such as electrical wiring. In early April, two different electrical code violations were issued at one property. Failure to contact the city to obtain certificates of occupancy at two different properties. Hiring workers who are not licensed, certified or registered by the city at 11 properties. Lying on a permit application at 11 properties. Failure to correct a substantial “defect, error or deficiency” at one property. Performing work that poses an “immediate or imminent threat” to the safety of workers or the public at 11 properties. This list is extensive. For Alison to go on TV and cry crocodile tears that she didn't know wreaks disingenuous to me. According to Alison she is "just the designer." She is just the designer visiting every property and she is not aware that she and Donovan hired workers who were not licensed and certified? Hogwash. Both Alison and Donovan were cutting corners to maximize profits and she knew what she was doing. Since Alison's name is tied to the LLC she is responsible for knowing. I don't doubt Donovan stole money but how could he steal over $800,000 and Alison not know about it? "He's the finance guy and I'm the designer" isn't going to cut it. Now that the owners from previous properties are suing Alison & Donovan for shoddy construction is again the fault of both. Alison was working without permits at 11 different properties. She can't feign naiveté. Alison was a willing a culpable party to the infractions. Alison and Donovan were penny wise but pound foolish and they got caught. Still, I hope that Alison will learn from her mistakes and that those workers whom have not gotten paid will be well compensated. Don't just think about yourself, Alison, think about all of the other people your misbehavior affected. After all of this I wish you the best of success.
@@davidhunternyc1 It is very easy for you just to sear behind your computer and judge people. Stop making assumptions on situations that you haven't participated, it's irresponsable. We are listening to Allison version of the problem. We have to listen to Donavan's version, he might never get one. Stop accusing people and get a job that keeps you busy.
@@icetlorenzo9377 Nice try. My above comment isn't an assumption. The violations are directly from Chicago's Building Department records. Furthermore, have you seen the videos and photos from the home of Anna & James Morrissey? They are horrifying. Yes, I am searing behind my computer but the owners of Windy City Rehab homes are living in money pits bought under false pretenses. HGTV is culpable. Donovan lost his license, Alison knew he lost his license, and HGTV continued filming the show.
@@Iansco1 Alison just said on the latest episode that with Donovan's last 20 properties none of them passed their final inspections. What? Alison didn't do her homework before signing on as co-partner in a LLC? Puulleease. She is not the victim. The buyers of her homes are the victims.
I like her energy and humor, but what’s most impressive is her honesty and ethics ... this woman is the real deal! I love Windy City Rehab and I hope that we can all look forward to many more seasons of it! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
HGTV is culpable too. Alison & HGTV knew that Donovan was operating without a license. It was on the show. Why would HGTV continue to allow filming? Why didn't HGTV vet Alison's and Donovan's credentials before they started filming? Alison is a designer but she is a builder too as her name is on the LLC. Have you seen Anna & James Morrissey's videos and photos of their destroyed home? It's horrifying. It's not just one homeowner but all of the homeowners are taking legal action against Alison & Donovan. I don't doubt that Alison was a victim to some extent but she also turned a blind eye and she knew that the workers on the jobs were not licensed. This is not my opinion. The infractions from the Chicago Buildings Department are in black & white for all to see. Windy City Rehab is a nationwide TV show. What, you think that Alison walked in on the jobs and had no idea? Alison got caught. Her attempt to compensate homeowners is a way for her to save face. Listen, I don't wish Alison or anyone else harm. I don't wish her to fail. I just want her to come clean and apologize for her wrong doing. For Alison to shift the blame and point the finger at Donovan is disingenuous. Perhaps it's the fault too of the homeowners for not hiring a building inspector before purchasing their homes. I'm not sure what the protocol is when purchasing a home that is rehabbed but let this be a lesson to everyone who is involved.
This is HGTV’s reality show. The mistakes made on this show are so basic that any experienced contractor wouldn’t make them. Aren’t they being sued by the guys that front the money for their projects, too?
I would love for Alison Victoria to design our 1st home!!! She has a heart for cheaper homes and he whined so hard when she pushed for Bridgeport. He said so many random statements during the show that were prophetically indicative of his character. Look at how he always stared at Alison like he hated her while she was consistently the positive cheerleader.
Wow I am a poor small town girl & although I believe she does gorgeous design, every time I see all the $ she spends it makes me feel like "whoa, no way!" It makes me appreciate Good Bones, Fixer or fabulous etc! Good luck big town girl!
I honestly think the Allison slandered Donovan way too much and the show never allowed him to share his full side of the story. WCR painted him to be the bad guy and judging on Allison's behavior she seems very difficult to work with.
Well, she's a bottom line kind of business person; that makes her seem difficult but she hates leaving money on the table. I've known men with the same attitude and - big surprise - when everyone started to listen to the man, the screw ups went away.
🇨🇦 Ghost designer my Ass! She's no ghost designer! She should get all the credit possible for her designs! Its not in this lady to be behind the scenes while others get the credit! You stand strong Allison! Its one of the many traits I admire you as a designer and a woman!
Everytime I try to watch this show I come away w/ the same feeling - WOW. She is badly in need of an attitude adjustment. I find zero likeability in her.
I completely disagree! Have you ever run a business and put out tens of thousands of your own hard earned money? It is really difficult! This isn’t a cute written TV show, this is her reality!
Joan, So you are afraid of qualified educated Alpha females who are fearless when it comes to offering a solution to a problem. Are you a submissive, and a sniper who is jealous of stronger women?
She is simply amazing I eagerly await her show coming on today, She has generated more interest in anyone else on TV. I absolutely adore Alison Victoria.
For one thing they never tell you that in most jurisdictions record you need a permit Before you do any work on a Property And Depending on where in this country that you're trying to do this work on this house it could take up to 6 months to year to get permits Prior to doing eating work on any property as you look at when it was built and if it was built like say in the sixties it should be tested for aspestos and lead paint it should also be tested for mold
The guy cost the team money. He had to rip down the brand new framework of a house (30,000). Shouldn't he be the one who sees those mistakes???? And prevents them. He even said on the show that he didn't look at the plans in detail.
I watched this show quite a bit when it first aired..However, I got tired her overbearing attitude! Granted she does good work, but Her - much too full of herself attitude and her contractor who was constantly at fault for something - so ‘Mighty Woman could Save The Day’..got old!
He is nothing but a scam, and she knew all about what he was doing. HGTV is well known for using the lowest bidder that performs sub par work at the best, the network was well aware too
Hi Alison I have been a fan for ages but live in Germany still love your designs and no matter what has happened you will come fighting back and ignore all bad reviews I like you with Ty
Donovan doesn’t know anything about contracting. You can tell. How is he not at his projects and most of the money is paid out to him? Suspect.....and she needs to manage her stuff also! You have to know who you are paying!
Windy City Rehab- Allison’s designs are okay. But She falls in love with expensive design elements without regard to budget and schedule. If you want to view an ego-driven soap opera tune in. But her lack of good business sense should turn off many viewers and certainly any investor who wants to avoid losing money and getting involved in a possible law suit.
Who knows what the complete truth is? But HGTV (and Alison) have done a real hatchet job on Donovan in this new season. So we know who HGTV has thrown in with. I still enjoy the projects and episodes but portions of the recent episodes have made me cringe in just how completely negatively he’s being portrayed. Maybe it’s called for, but it’s clear HGTV doesn’t want to lose a popular show.
I love her designs but her budget goes through the roof, all things pretty are not expensive , she's getting ripped off on her "rare" finds at the thrift/antique shops..I lived in Chicago & I know some of her "rare" finds can be purchased at a bargain
This is the worst example of renovating that's ever been on HGTV. How does HGTV reconcile continuing to show reruns of this show? Not to mention working with AV while they have ongoing litigation?
Damnation! Why can't there be ONE HGTV reno show that ISN'T a scam!? I was all geared up to start watching the episodes due to the Chicago nostalgia vibe, & then I find THIS out. This hits almost as bad as "Love It or List It," & that only hurt worse because I HAVE watched THAT show - for years. I realize this is Hollywood, but come on! Surely you could accidentally fall into the truth every once in a while just from statistics!
Thats what makes the show so great all the permit problems liberal cities create to squeeze more money out of the Designer , Developers and General contractors NYC is Even More Horrible they take you to Court fines start in the 2 thousands range and go through the roof and Sanitation Fines and this fine and that fine. They (NYC Sanitation Dept) Come make sure you are looking at you they point to the ground and give you a ticket then you have to spend days weeks fighting the ticket in court it's lots of fun But I love Alison Victoria's show Its Hip And Modern with Flashes of Old Timey architectural pieces which make it look Amazing. I do Not think all was revealed with Eckhart, It got out of control yes, but they should have gotten a lawyer to deal with the city and an accountant to actually do the paperwork And as a reno guy lots of times you end up paying to finish the job you actually lose money and it's alway because you did not price it high enough. Do Not get into this business unless you have deep pockets, you will end up losing the project
Ok…I really didn’t realize Donovan was an equal…oops…Alison you are amazing designer…you know if I had mega bucks and wanted to live in UK again…yes…you would be my designer…your taste is so perfect on so many levels…oh could see you doing amlarge brit Georgian house…
Love Alison and her designs.. happy she got rid of Donovan, he was clueless. he owes all that he has to you and yet decided to steal from you. what a loser Donovan is! Alison keep up the great work!
I like to know how she didn't see that her partner was shady i can tell when someone bad and i share the same the scorpio sign with her too poor alison i hope she get even i would
If people can’t stand her, don’t watch. She is a strong women who knows the beauty of a project is in the details. If she were a man people would state that a strength, because she is a women she’s a b....
Wow, let's all celebrate the show that buys affordable homes and renovates them into unaffordable, million dollar homes only affordable to the 1%. Nice. Get this show off tv already.
I don’t watch her. She constantly brags on herself and criticizes anybody who likes something different, or is better than her. I don’t like that. She is a narcissist!
Her designs are disgusting (is it a rule that every piece of wood in Chicago must be painted black?) but I respect the fact that "Windy City Rehab" is about as real as it gets by Discovery standards. She had a falling out with the guy. She put it on the show. She had a nervous breakdown on camera. She put it on the show. She bombed a flip and lost tens of thousands. She put it on the show. It's a refreshing change of pace from the usual fake crap on HGTV with the obvious plants chanting "I love it!" a thousand times as they oooh and aaah over the tacky chinese-made Wayfair junk.
Allison your show is about remodeling and rehanbing buildings not about ranting about your personal issues! Its a given when you deal with people whether un business remodeling you encounter problems setbacks and challenges! You talk mote than you do construction. We want to see more remodeling than talking . Donovan did you this or thay is between tou and him not us.we pay to watch a show not to deal with a therapist.keep your personal issues with Donoban or whomevwr pribaye! You are messing up the premises of the show-remodelling not a talk show! Het over it and move more!!!
Being in this business, I have to say that this is one of the most REALISTIC approaches to a "flip" show that exists. In fact, it isn't a "flip" show. These projects all take +6 months to complete. All permitted, her numbers are very accurate. A "flip" would consist of a project that would be turned over in under 90 -120 days. Allison spends big time money for these projects. This show and "Restored" are the best of the bunch.
A show like flip or flop Nashville isn't flipping historic homes though so their timelines will be different. The Nashville guys give themselves about 3 months to finish projects which is accurate.
I would argue it is not a very good business - I was watching this - and the numbers do not make sense - WAAAAY too much outlay /risk for the return . As you say it looks to me like any of these renos take 6-10 months to complete - that is a long time - carrying a lot of money for the return they are even hoping to make . as far as permitted - obviously you were wrong about that - she might have thought they were but obviously her partner had other ideas - if you are saying she is not in this just for the money = then I agree with you - that is obvious .
I moved away from the Chicago area over 30 years ago. I'm simply floored at how much these homes are going for in Chicago.
The homes she renovates looked like tear downs when I was a kid. I Never thought they would ever be worth so much money years later.
I love Allison Victoria her designs are filled with historical charm filled with her heart & her love of her home Chicago. I loved her in Kitchen Crashers on HGTV. Windy City Rehab is her baby her love for what she does shows in her work. My heart broke at this seasons show, Alisons pain in finding out that Donovan was cheating her & their business. I thank you for showing that process I felt like it was happening to me. I cry as Alison cried, hell I cried when Alison didn’t just to find out someone that you trusted has betrayed you and caused the pain that Donovan did. My prayers are with you Alison. You will win, you will win.
Allison Victoria is the Best show!!🤗💯🇨🇦🌎
I am doubting that this is all one person's fault. Anyone that embarks on a partnership has to watch everything. She needs to take ownership of her failing to watch the business.
@@kristicarpenter9518 you clearly haven't watched the show. She has owned her mistakes. She had their business audited when things were clearly not adding up.
@@My3gifts Oh I have watched every minute and cringe at her being a "victim" . It is TV, get a grip....When she started crying in the last episode, oh my goodness...talk about playing the victim. I watch it because I love the results and seeing all things Chicago. She keeps saying she is the designer, yet she invested her money. she should have been involved in examining the books, looking at the payouts, and attending the OAC meetings. That is how those that are in the business (which I am) do it. They don't play designer, they watch everything from day one
@@kristicarpenter9518 oh you're so full of it! Now you are in the industry. ROFL 😂😂😂
🇨🇦🙋♥️ Hello Allison from Ontario Canada. Allison I'm sorry to hear about everything that you've been dealing with! Your by far one of the best and my personal favorite designers I've ever seen! Your designs are so stunning Allison. Watching everyone of your Reno's I possibly can, I feel like we viewers get to know yous on a personal level of sorts. Allison, one of the many traits I've learned about you is your determination, kindness, straight forwardness when needed, lol, but above all is your strength! I so hope you'll keep the shows keep going! You can get past all of these challenges! I absolutely love your shows and besides it's
always been your show! Stay strong and keep doing what you love and are amazing at Allison! The world loves you! Sincerely Sandra from Ontario Canada!
I love her. her style, her design, her go get it attitude. A very gifted individual.
Agreed
100 percent agree👍
Love her and her designs.. too bad about Donovan I thought they had good chemistry. I’m glad the show is back.
I can't watch the old episodes knowing Donovan turned out to be such a scamp. And to see how close the two of them were, such an unbelievable shame.
It was all fake. He sued the crap out of them for defamation and manipulating footage to make him look bad. They settled. I don't see settling for anyone who did what they made it look like he did.
As much as we love them ALL HGTV shows are faked to add drama.
I agree, with you totally. Who would do business with him after this...a pig! Alision
I'm so sorry for her! Her style is spot on, especially for Chicago. She's in my prayers and I look forward to new shows.
I’m sorry for what Donovan did to her which was very unethical but she does create a lot of her own problems. She has good designs but her business sense, when it comes to budgets and schedules is sometimes lacking. Would you invest in any of her projects?
I love watching her ! She does beautiful work ! She doesn’t give up! She is a businesswoman who knows what she wants and how to get it done. Bravo young lady !
I’ve watched some of the episodes and quickly decided the contractor has no clue about estimates or construction. Every expensive screw up falls on him for not supervising the construction.
Wow I have to admit I was wondering what the problem truly was. I didn't think it was her. Thanks for you comment.
I'm not in construction, but immediately I questioned many decisions that Donovan
When that entire 100yr house completely came down, I immediately questioned the GC decisions
@@raleighmann3368 hi
It was not even just "not supervising". He was submitting Sub Invoices to be paid. Then submitting his company to be paid for the same work.
I'm watching Windy City Rehab and I've been researching the problems that happened between Alison, Donovan, and the city of Chicago. According to buildings department records, “Windy City Rehab” projects violated city code by:
Working without permits at 11 different properties.
Working beyond the scope of pulled permits at 11 properties.
Failure to comply with safety codes related to issues such as electrical wiring. In early April, two different electrical code violations were issued at one property.
Failure to contact the city to obtain certificates of occupancy at two different properties.
Hiring workers who are not licensed, certified or registered by the city at 11 properties.
Lying on a permit application at 11 properties.
Failure to correct a substantial “defect, error or deficiency” at one property.
Performing work that poses an “immediate or imminent threat” to the safety of workers or the public at 11 properties.
This list is extensive. For Alison to go on TV and cry crocodile tears that she didn't know wreaks disingenuous to me. According to Alison she is "just the designer." She is just the designer visiting every property and she is not aware that she and Donovan hired workers who were not licensed and certified? Hogwash. Both Alison and Donovan were cutting corners to maximize profits and she knew what she was doing. Since Alison's name is tied to the LLC she is responsible for knowing. I don't doubt Donovan stole money but how could he steal over $800,000 and Alison not know about it? "He's the finance guy and I'm the designer" isn't going to cut it. Now that the owners from previous properties are suing Alison & Donovan for shoddy construction is again the fault of both. Alison was working without permits at 11 different properties. She can't feign naiveté. Alison was a willing a culpable party to the infractions. Alison and Donovan were penny wise but pound foolish and they got caught. Still, I hope that Alison will learn from her mistakes and that those workers whom have not gotten paid will be well compensated. Don't just think about yourself, Alison, think about all of the other people your misbehavior affected. After all of this I wish you the best of success.
I know that because Alisons name is on the LLC she is responsible for all of the problems it was Donovan that they don’t want on the jobs. It was Donovan’s crew how would Alison know they were hired illegally. Alison was paying yo complete these buildings she was paying contractors that had not been paid with her credit cards and her savings Donovan wasn’t answering the phone after stealing the money 💰 the buildings had to either be sold lot completed. I pray for the best her brand is effected I can see how he Donovan or anyone could do this and she not know if all she did was design if Alison wasn’t there in the sages of development to make sure the work was done I can see how she wouldn’t know. I’ll give her the benefit of the doubt it must be hard having your partner that you trusted let you down then you are held responsible to pick up the pieces Alison will take care of those homeowners that work wasn’t done correctly she will pay the contractor she will win.
@@gospelgirl61graceforliving36 This is the narrative that HGTV wants you to believe. HGTV is culpable too. Alison & HGTV knew that Donovan was operating without a license. It was on the show. Why would HGTV continue to allow filming? Why didn't HGTV vet Alison's and Donovan's credentials before they started filming? Alison is a designer but she is a builder too as her name is on the LLC. Have you seen Anna & James Morrissey's videos and photos of their destroyed home? It's horrifying. It's not just one homeowner but all of the homeowners are taking legal action against Alison & Donovan. I don't doubt that Alison was a victim to some extent but she also turned a blind eye and she knew that the workers on the jobs were not licensed. This is not my opinion. The infractions from the Chicago Buildings Department are in black & white for all to see. Windy City Rehab is a nationwide TV show. What, you think that Alison walked in on the jobs and had no idea? Alison got caught. Her attempt to compensate homeowners is a way for her to save face. Listen, I don't wish Alison or anyone else harm. I don't wish her to fail. I just want her to come clean and apologize for her wrong doing. For Alison to shift the blame and point the finger at Donovan is disingenuous. Perhaps it's the fault too of the homeowners for not hiring a building inspector before purchasing their homes. I'm not sure what the protocol is when purchasing a home that is rehabbed but let this be a lesson to everyone who is involved.
@@davidhunternyc1 as a Chicago resident, it just seems like the typical Chicago way. So many corrupt politicians and businesses here. It seems like everyone is concerned with making money at any cost. No one cares if it's at the expense of others.
@@chi1abb Yes, it's the same in NYC and everywhere else too. I'm not knocking for Alison and Donovan for their business-as-usual approach. Just don't go on TV and act like the victim. The new "general contractor" Ermin Pajazetovic seems like a nice guy but is he licensed? Alison just revealed that Donovan's last 20 properties never passed the building department's final inspection. Alison either turned a blind eye or didn't care. Why would you enter into a LLC with someone and not do your homework? At least Donovan put his tail between his legs and ran when he was caught red-handed. Alison's infractions are minor compared to the infractions by other celebrities. She will rise from the ashes and a couple of years from now people won't care. As long as she is a cash cow for HGTV they won't care either.
@@chi1abb Exactly my thoughts. Chicago is the most corrupt city in the history of the world. I grew up there.
Her partner was such a drag! I am glad they separated. He was never at her level!
He is moron. I am an engineer and designed and built myself 100 apartments in Winnipeg. I double my money after construction and Collect rent. I have designed 5000 projects. I know what I am doing.
Being in this business, I have to say that this is one of the most REALISTIC approaches to a "flip" show that exists. In fact, it isn't a "flip" show. These projects all take +6 months to complete. All permitted, her numbers are very accurate. A "flip" would consist of a project that would be turned over in under 90 -120 days. Allison spends big time money for these projects. This show and "Restored" are the best of the bunch.
I'm watching Windy City Rehab and I've been researching the problems that happened between Alison, Donovan, and the city of Chicago. According to buildings department records, “Windy City Rehab” projects violated city code by:
Working without permits at 11 different properties.
Working beyond the scope of pulled permits at 11 properties.
Failure to comply with safety codes related to issues such as electrical wiring. In early April, two different electrical code violations were issued at one property.
Failure to contact the city to obtain certificates of occupancy at two different properties.
Hiring workers who are not licensed, certified or registered by the city at 11 properties.
Lying on a permit application at 11 properties.
Failure to correct a substantial “defect, error or deficiency” at one property.
Performing work that poses an “immediate or imminent threat” to the safety of workers or the public at 11 properties.
This list is extensive. For Alison to go on TV and cry crocodile tears that she didn't know wreaks disingenuous to me. According to Alison she is "just the designer." She is just the designer visiting every property and she is not aware that she and Donovan hired workers who were not licensed and certified? Hogwash. Both Alison and Donovan were cutting corners to maximize profits and she knew what she was doing. Since Alison's name is tied to the LLC she is responsible for knowing. I don't doubt Donovan stole money but how could he steal over $800,000 and Alison not know about it? "He's the finance guy and I'm the designer" isn't going to cut it. Now that the owners from previous properties are suing Alison & Donovan for shoddy construction is again the fault of both. Alison was working without permits at 11 different properties. She can't feign naiveté. Alison was a willing a culpable party to the infractions. Alison and Donovan were penny wise but pound foolish and they got caught. Still, I hope that Alison will learn from her mistakes and that those workers whom have not gotten paid will be well compensated. Don't just think about yourself, Alison, think about all of the other people your misbehavior affected. After all of this I wish you the best of success.
@@davidhunternyc1 It is very easy for you just to sear behind your computer and judge people. Stop making assumptions on situations that you haven't participated, it's irresponsable.
We are listening to Allison version of the problem. We have to listen to Donavan's version, he might never get one.
Stop accusing people and get a job that keeps you busy.
@@icetlorenzo9377 Nice try. My above comment isn't an assumption. The violations are directly from Chicago's Building Department records. Furthermore, have you seen the videos and photos from the home of Anna & James Morrissey? They are horrifying. Yes, I am searing behind my computer but the owners of Windy City Rehab homes are living in money pits bought under false pretenses. HGTV is culpable. Donovan lost his license, Alison knew he lost his license, and HGTV continued filming the show.
@@davidhunternyc1 And it was all on Donovan who was in charge of that part.
@@Iansco1 Alison just said on the latest episode that with Donovan's last 20 properties none of them passed their final inspections. What? Alison didn't do her homework before signing on as co-partner in a LLC? Puulleease. She is not the victim. The buyers of her homes are the victims.
Allison, your truely the Best. Your my favorite designer of all time! You can do this on your own Allison! You are the show! You are the best! 🇨🇦🙋❤️🙏
Allison Victoria is the Best Flip and restored house show!🤗💯🇨🇦🌎🕊 God bless you Allison!🕊☘
Love the show. Hope they get their problems cleared up so we can get on with the beautiful remodels.
I like her energy and humor, but what’s most impressive is her honesty and ethics ... this woman is the real deal! I love Windy City Rehab and I hope that we can all look forward to many more seasons of it! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
HGTV is culpable too. Alison & HGTV knew that Donovan was operating without a license. It was on the show. Why would HGTV continue to allow filming? Why didn't HGTV vet Alison's and Donovan's credentials before they started filming? Alison is a designer but she is a builder too as her name is on the LLC. Have you seen Anna & James Morrissey's videos and photos of their destroyed home? It's horrifying. It's not just one homeowner but all of the homeowners are taking legal action against Alison & Donovan. I don't doubt that Alison was a victim to some extent but she also turned a blind eye and she knew that the workers on the jobs were not licensed. This is not my opinion. The infractions from the Chicago Buildings Department are in black & white for all to see. Windy City Rehab is a nationwide TV show. What, you think that Alison walked in on the jobs and had no idea? Alison got caught. Her attempt to compensate homeowners is a way for her to save face. Listen, I don't wish Alison or anyone else harm. I don't wish her to fail. I just want her to come clean and apologize for her wrong doing. For Alison to shift the blame and point the finger at Donovan is disingenuous. Perhaps it's the fault too of the homeowners for not hiring a building inspector before purchasing their homes. I'm not sure what the protocol is when purchasing a home that is rehabbed but let this be a lesson to everyone who is involved.
This is HGTV’s reality show. The mistakes made on this show are so basic that any experienced contractor wouldn’t make them. Aren’t they being sued by the guys that front the money for their projects, too?
Hey Donovan, in the old days in Chicago you would be wearing concrete boots at the bottom of the Lake.
I would love for Alison Victoria to design our 1st home!!! She has a heart for cheaper homes and he whined so hard when she pushed for Bridgeport. He said so many random statements during the show that were prophetically indicative of his character. Look at how he always stared at Alison like he hated her while she was consistently the positive cheerleader.
Wow I am a poor small town girl & although I believe she does gorgeous design, every time I see all the $ she spends it makes me feel like "whoa, no way!" It makes me appreciate Good Bones, Fixer or fabulous etc! Good luck big town girl!
I honestly think the Allison slandered Donovan way too much and the show never allowed him to share his full side of the story. WCR painted him to be the bad guy and judging on Allison's behavior she seems very difficult to work with.
I'm wondering if he will address it later on in the season. I was concerned about not hearing his side.
Bottom line he’s a thief , records don’t lie .
Well, she's a bottom line kind of business person; that makes her seem difficult but she hates leaving money on the table. I've known men with the same attitude and - big surprise - when everyone started to listen to the man, the screw ups went away.
He’s a thief remember that
He was a no show in court....
🇨🇦 Ghost designer my Ass! She's no ghost designer! She should get all the credit possible for her designs! Its not in this lady to be behind the scenes while others get the credit! You stand strong Allison! Its one of the many traits I admire you as a designer and a woman!
Dont know if Donovan was the only one at fault but for sure someone had to take the fall and it was him
shirin malik that’s how I see it too... she has a real bad attitude
there must be more to the story that we're not hearing.
If Donovan wasn't at fault, why is he hiring, and where did the $ go?
biggest challenge is finding out where the $ went.
His job was to get all necessary permits and to oversee the job site...hers was to design...she did her part....he didn’t do his...pretty simple...
Everytime I try to watch this show I come away w/ the same feeling - WOW. She is badly in need of an attitude adjustment. I find zero likeability in her.
As if she cares soft attitude gets you ran over and mistreated
@@ac-qe2ir True, but you can be civil and professional and STILL get the respect you deserve. I don't like her either, she's arrogant all hell.
Deirdre Lee l love her she’s about buisness
I completely disagree! Have you ever run a business and put out tens of thousands of your own hard earned money? It is really difficult! This isn’t a cute written TV show, this is her reality!
Joan, So you are afraid of qualified educated Alpha females who are fearless when it comes to offering a solution to a problem. Are you a submissive, and a sniper who is jealous of stronger women?
She is simply amazing I eagerly await her show coming on today, She has generated more interest in anyone else on TV. I absolutely adore Alison Victoria.
I agree. I love his designs. She's amazing!
I was never a good fan of Alison Victoria but now, I absolutely love the newest season of Windy City Rehab.
For one thing they never tell you that in most jurisdictions record you need a permit Before you do any work on a Property
And Depending on where in this country that you're trying to do this work on this house it could take up to 6 months to year to get permits
Prior to doing eating work on any property as you look at when it was built and if it was built like say in the sixties it should be tested for aspestos and lead paint it should also be tested for mold
The guy cost the team money. He had to rip down the brand new framework of a house (30,000). Shouldn't he be the one who sees those mistakes???? And prevents them. He even said on the show that he didn't look at the plans in detail.
I've always wondered if the houses are sold with all furnishings and decor? Considering the fact that she spends so much
On all of it and markets them as the "Designer"?
ELISON - SUPER !!!
BEST DESIGNER !!!
I love the show, but hope they eliminate all of the unneccessary drama. I love the actual work and design elements. Isn't the art and craft enough? ❤
Her co worker scammed her. That's not drama!
I watched this show quite a bit when it first aired..However, I got tired her overbearing attitude!
Granted she does good work, but Her - much too full of herself attitude and her contractor who was constantly at fault for something - so ‘Mighty Woman could Save The Day’..got old!
He is nothing but a scam, and she knew all about what he was doing. HGTV is well known for using the lowest bidder that performs sub par work at the best, the network was well aware too
Hi Alison I have been a fan for ages but live in Germany still love your designs and no matter what has happened you will come fighting back and ignore all bad reviews
I like you with Ty
Donovan doesn’t know anything about contracting. You can tell. How is he not at his projects and most of the money is paid out to him? Suspect.....and she needs to manage her stuff also! You have to know who you are paying!
Windy City Rehab-
Allison’s designs are okay. But She falls in love with expensive design elements without regard to budget and schedule. If you want to view an ego-driven soap opera tune in. But her lack of good business sense should turn off many viewers and certainly any investor who wants to avoid losing money and getting involved in a possible law suit.
Donovan is shady
Who knows what the complete truth is? But HGTV (and Alison) have done a real hatchet job on Donovan in this new season. So we know who HGTV has thrown in with. I still enjoy the projects and episodes but portions of the recent episodes have made me cringe in just how completely negatively he’s being portrayed. Maybe it’s called for, but it’s clear HGTV doesn’t want to lose a popular show.
I love her designs but her budget goes through the roof, all things pretty are not expensive , she's getting ripped off on her "rare" finds at the thrift/antique shops..I lived in Chicago & I know some of her "rare" finds can be purchased at a bargain
This is the worst example of renovating that's ever been on HGTV. How does HGTV reconcile continuing to show reruns of this show? Not to mention working with AV while they have ongoing litigation?
I'm wondering about that too. There must be more to the story though.
Love her design!!!
Isn’t she going through a lawsuit from a couple that bought one of her houses? Allegedly?
Damnation! Why can't there be ONE HGTV reno show that ISN'T a scam!? I was all geared up to start watching the episodes due to the Chicago nostalgia vibe, & then I find THIS out. This hits almost as bad as "Love It or List It," & that only hurt worse because I HAVE watched THAT show - for years.
I realize this is Hollywood, but come on! Surely you could accidentally fall into the truth every once in a while just from statistics!
Love Allison, but she should have had him checked out better
Obnoxious. I like her designs but not her. I find her abrasive, impatient, full of herself.
Love Your spirit, style , .... wish you all to grow. Greetz from Belgium
I hope Alison Victoria, never ruins that beautiful body of hers with tattoos!
Like her design taste
Good luck, Allison. Love the show.
Thats what makes the show so great all the permit problems liberal cities create
to squeeze more money out of the Designer , Developers and General contractors
NYC is Even More Horrible they take you to Court fines start in the 2 thousands range and go through the roof
and Sanitation Fines and this fine and that fine. They (NYC Sanitation Dept) Come make sure you are looking at you
they point to the ground and give you a ticket then you have to spend days weeks fighting the ticket in court it's lots of fun
But I love Alison Victoria's show Its Hip And Modern with Flashes of Old Timey architectural pieces which make it look Amazing.
I do Not think all was revealed with Eckhart, It got out of control yes, but they should have gotten a lawyer to deal with the city and an accountant to actually do the paperwork
And as a reno guy lots of times you end up paying to finish the job you actually lose money and it's alway because you did not price it high enough.
Do Not get into this business unless you have deep pockets, you will end up losing the project
Great info...So true, should've always had a lawyer and Official CPA on deck..This is the PRICE of trying to cut corners
She is a great host. I like her.
She seems hard to work with?
Ok…I really didn’t realize Donovan was an equal…oops…Alison you are amazing designer…you know if I had mega bucks and wanted to live in UK again…yes…you would be my designer…your taste is so perfect on so many levels…oh could see you doing amlarge brit Georgian house…
🇨🇦 Allison is the best designer ever! I love her style, her energy and her don't mess with my plans attitude! Lol she's the best!
Yes u keep doing u i love ur show
How is Donovan so "hooked in" as an Arlington Heights kid?
Love Alison and her designs.. happy she got rid of Donovan, he was clueless. he owes all that he has to you and yet decided to steal from you. what a loser Donovan is! Alison keep up the great work!
Oh, no! My favorite designer.
I like to know how she didn't see that her partner was shady i can tell when someone bad and i share the same the scorpio sign with her too poor alison i hope she get even i would
Tiffany Rose I think it’s because she focuses so much on design and leaves all the other stuff to him that she didn’t know until problems came up
You tube ads every 3 minutes in the middle of a sentence make this unwatchable.
If people can’t stand her, don’t watch. She is a strong women who knows the beauty of a project is in the details. If she were a man people would state that a strength, because she is a women she’s a b....
I love her I wish I could live in 1 of her homes.
Exactly!!
Love her, her partner was a drag.
I am going to miss Donovan on the show. Allison and he seemed to have a very good working relationship.
I'm not. He is a jackass! Especially the last episode
@@ninacardoza2005 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣Tell us how you really feel.
@@alemarie239 lmaoooooo ooops
He’s a thief that’s not a friend
I feel bad for her. I hope she sues Donovan to no end shame on him for doing that to her
Actually...this show has not been very popular and most viewers can't stand her.
That’s pretty interesting because 9 seasons of house building and law requirements of making a house
Death Wizard lawsuits, lawsuits lawsuits. Whose fault is it for poor workmanship?
Unfortunately this lady looks way too much like Kirstie Alley.
Not seeing it -- at all. Maybe the long hair.
Is Allison married? Any children?
she over does these house.
They’re historic homes million dollar homes, you can’t use Walmart furniture and finishes in these types of homes 🤩
Donovan is a joke and a crook and I hope Allison sues him!!!!!!
Abrasive personality.
The love of money
Best renovation show ever
Don't think slandering Donovan on the show was appropriate, should have been fought in court. Love to hear his side of it.
Very nice shows
Watching in Pakistan
Wow, let's all celebrate the show that buys affordable homes and renovates them into unaffordable, million dollar homes only affordable to the 1%. Nice. Get this show off tv already.
I love seeing the finished product, but was thinking the same, who in Chi Town is buying them? Probably having to sell back to a big corporation
I cant syand this show
Everything she does is the same old designs as every other show on hgtv does on their show, they should all try and come up with new designs sometime.
Try Bargain Block
I don’t watch her. She constantly brags on herself and criticizes anybody who likes something different, or is better than her. I don’t like that. She is a narcissist!
Her designs are disgusting (is it a rule that every piece of wood in Chicago must be painted black?) but I respect the fact that "Windy City Rehab" is about as real as it gets by Discovery standards. She had a falling out with the guy. She put it on the show. She had a nervous breakdown on camera. She put it on the show. She bombed a flip and lost tens of thousands. She put it on the show. It's a refreshing change of pace from the usual fake crap on HGTV with the obvious plants chanting "I love it!" a thousand times as they oooh and aaah over the tacky chinese-made Wayfair junk.
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All you did was bounce around and nobody could really get any information from this video anyway.
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Ella es tan molesta y grosera 🙁 me sorprende que tenga un programa propio.
She has beautiful feet.
Not a fan.
11 she’s lying
Allison your show is about remodeling and rehanbing buildings not about ranting about your personal issues! Its a given when you deal with people whether un business remodeling you encounter problems setbacks and challenges! You talk mote than you do construction. We want to see more remodeling than talking . Donovan did you this or thay is between tou and him not us.we pay to watch a show not to deal with a therapist.keep your personal issues with Donoban or whomevwr pribaye! You are messing up the premises of the show-remodelling not a talk show! Het over it and move more!!!
I don’t care for her she seem to me to think she is all that and she is better than the others in the same field just don’t care for her at all
It's all fake like the entire channel.
Sorry I didn't like her!
Show sucks
This show was always my least favorite because she is so overdramatizes everything. Her show is a constant whine.
She bugs me.
Scam
Being in this business, I have to say that this is one of the most REALISTIC approaches to a "flip" show that exists. In fact, it isn't a "flip" show. These projects all take +6 months to complete. All permitted, her numbers are very accurate. A "flip" would consist of a project that would be turned over in under 90 -120 days. Allison spends big time money for these projects. This show and "Restored" are the best of the bunch.
A show like flip or flop Nashville isn't flipping historic homes though so their timelines will be different. The Nashville guys give themselves about 3 months to finish projects which is accurate.
I would argue it is not a very good business - I was watching this - and the numbers do not make sense - WAAAAY too much outlay /risk for the return . As you say it looks to me like any of these renos take 6-10 months to complete - that is a long time - carrying a lot of money for the return they are even hoping to make . as far as permitted - obviously you were wrong about that - she might have thought they were but obviously her partner had other ideas - if you are saying she is not in this just for the money = then I agree with you - that is obvious .