# Building permits at 1020 E 48th St, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2.8M alteration or repair at 4935 S Greenwood Ave, permitted Jun 22.

Two permits on record here. The newest, Jun 6, 2025: Replacement electrical contractor. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 30 more permits since May 1. One is a new building, 0.21 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2025 | Electrical | For permit 101062850: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200428724](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200428724/) |
| Feb 3, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC renovation of an existing 2.5-story single family residence. Revised layout per plans. New plumbing risers and fixtures in existing and revise location. Replacement of incoming water service line to property. New electrical fixtures and lights in existing and revised locations pe | $340,000 | [101062850](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101062850/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

30 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 5, 2026 | [1030 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1030-e-48th-st/) | 100 ft E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: interior remodeling and aterations, new rear frame 2 car detached garage, new metal 6' height fencing to an existing 3 story brick single family house with basement as per plans. Work to address open building code violations and stop work order - inspection #14400338. | $185,000 | [101073202](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073202/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 9 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2026 | [4825 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4825-s-drexel-blvd/) | 860 ft SW | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101063789. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 15 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: elev lbys on each flr and elev mach | Not listed | [B200473679](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473679/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [1050 E 49th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1050-e-49th-st/) | 730 ft SE | Roofing | Scope: roof recover. Area: 800 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: roof replacement only no work on metal. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018217. | $12,000 | [B200478379](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478379/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [4845 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4845-s-ellis-ave/) | 560 ft S | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 1000lb capacity, 2-floor, 40fpm, residential elevator, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $59,140 | [101085985](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085985/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [1120 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1120-e-48th-st/) | 660 ft E | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 1000lb capacity, 2-floor, 40fpm, residential elevator, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $60,580 | [101085741](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085741/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [936 E 47th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/936-e-47th-st/) | 790 ft NW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 7700 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: rooftop. IL Roofing contractor license: 104016654. | $25,000 | [B200476057](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476057/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [4746 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4746-s-ellis-ave/) | 300 ft W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 6, MAX. Length 6. Location: masonry walls. | $15,900 | [B200475951](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475951/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [4825 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4825-s-drexel-blvd/) | 860 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Direct developer services. 2019 CBC. Revisions to permit #101063789. Existing 15 story, 77 dwelling unit building. Interior common area ground floor revisions include removal of the new counter top workstation at the office center, adding new outlets at office center, minor adjustments to lighting p | $125,000 | [101079616](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079616/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [4840 S Greenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4840-s-greenwood-ave/) | 620 ft SE | Elevator | Installation of (1) one residential passenger elevator, 1000lbs capacity @ 40fpm, 4 floors, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $54,763 | [101082846](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082846/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [933 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/933-e-48th-st/) | 480 ft W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior alterations for new dwelling unit at 1st fl. Of an existing 2-story with no basement masonry building w/ 2nd floor du (nic), to convert to a new two-flat use, MEP as per plans. (Construction type IIIA, occupancy: r5) | $100,000 | [101080678](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080678/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 20 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [4900 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4900-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Alter existing system III emergency lighting. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basements, stairways. | $180,000 | [B200512946](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512946/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [4820 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4820-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration in dining room, breakfast room, family room and kitchen including associated electrical and plumbing (area of work 945 SQ ft). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s) | $75,000 | [B200508178](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508178/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [4833 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4833-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 4555 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: install new gaf tpo 45mill roof system. IL Roofing contractor license: 104015756. | $61,500 | [B200478425](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478425/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [4624 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4624-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: revision to permit 101077832 for modifications to include adding dishwashers to all units & HVAC modifications to ground floor spaces in an 11-story residential apartment building (105 dwelling units), as per plans. (Occupancy group: R-2 / type 1b construction) consultant reviewer: v3 | $484,030 | [101084215](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084215/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [4624 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4624-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 2, max. Length: 46 FT., max. Height: 110 FT. Location: all elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200507675](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507675/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [4808 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4808-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior remodeling only of 1st & 2nd floors and add a roof deck. (OCC. GRP. R-2; Const'n type iii-b) | $10,000 | [101085594](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085594/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [824 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/824-e-48th-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 24 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 20. Lighting outlets: 50. Specific location: 2nd floor, main floor, basement, and garage. | $1,000 | [B200479341](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479341/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [4841 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4841-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.23 mi SE | Other | Concrete replacment at side of property. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, side of the house. | $15,000 | [B200478855](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478855/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [4620 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4620-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 2 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: rear of house and garage. | $3,200 | [B200467080](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467080/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [824 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/824-e-48th-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior renovation and proposed rear open deck at existing 2 story single family residence. (Occupancy R-5; construction type iiia)**certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit ** | $45,000 | [101076651](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076651/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [825 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/825-e-48th-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior remodeling only of 1st & 2nd floors and remove existing enclosed porch and roof deck. (OCC. GRP. R-2; Const'n type iii-b) | $60,000 | [101084490](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084490/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [4659 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4659-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: east elevation. | $28,500 | [B200473161](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473161/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [4750 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4750-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: around the house. | $22,800 | [B200475760](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475760/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [4935 S Greenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4935-s-greenwood-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC; exterior repair of existing 3 story single family residence. Work includes tuckpointing of all existing brick with selective brick replacement. Caulking & sealing, trim & existing fascia replacement & repair, existing window frame repair and refurbishment and existing iron grate, remo | $2,800,000 | [101080376](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080376/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [4820 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4820-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | New building | Permit expires on 07/27/2026 erection starts: 6/11/2026, erection ends: 6/17/2026. Self cert. CBC 2019 - Ck circle tent on june 16, 2026. Setup is june 11 and takedown is june 17, 2026. 1 - 40Ft x 90ft tent in backyard tennis court. Blue peak tents. | $5,000 | [101083937](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083937/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [4917 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4917-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Direct developer services. 2019 CBC. Revisions to permit #101063790. Existing 12 story, 59 dwelling unit building. Revisions include interior common area minor layout changes and added mini split system at first floor accessory leasing office, revision to faucet model at leasing office restroom, rem | $80,000 | [101079617](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079617/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [4816 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4816-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 250 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: side exterior wall. | $20,000 | [B200469013](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469013/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [4730 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4730-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.20 mi W | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2600 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: on the roof of the house. IL Roofing contractor license: 104020510. | $28,000 | [B200470920](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470920/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [4624 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4624-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 4, max. Length: 40 FT., max. Height: 110 FT. Location: all elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200470631](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470631/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [4601 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4601-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior alteration to existing open office at ground floor as per plans, new bathrooms and replace interior wood stair with metal stair. | $80,000 | [101081786](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081786/) |

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