# Building permits at 1040 W Huron St, Chicago, IL

14 permits on record here. The newest, Oct 20, 2025: Add a 30"w x 20"h painted black metal sign on the wall next to the existing entry to the building. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 19 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2025 | Sign | Add a 30"w x 20"h painted black metal sign on the wall next to the existing entry to the building. The sign will say "lofts at avenir" and the letters will be backlit. | $3,000 | [101073514](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073514/) |
| Jan 29, 2025 | Elevator | Installation of (1) one es vertical platform lift, 750lbs capacity @ 8fpm, 2 stops, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | Not listed | [101064546](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101064546/) |
| Dec 17, 2024 | Other | For permit 101052611: additional electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200408640](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200408640/) |
| Nov 26, 2024 | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:b200405893. Affects: 40 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: bsmt, floors grd1,2,3,4,roof. | Not listed | [B200405893](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200405893/) |
| Nov 13, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: alteration and change of occupancy for vacant office space within 3 story building to 22 new dwelling units. Includes window replacement. Change of occupancy from group E to a2 in type 3b construction | $3,500,000 | [101052611](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101052611/) |
| Mar 12, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Revision to change general contractor to interior construction group, inc for permit #100855658 | $175,000 | [100866934](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100866934/) |
| Mar 11, 2020 | Plumbing | Revision to change plumber contractor to gehrett plumbing inc & vent contractor to admiral heating and ventilating inc for for permit #100855658 | $175,000 | [100866706](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100866706/) |
| Mar 10, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Self cert buildout of suite 100 for a new 4420 sf space for a personal fitness service includes walls, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and finishes. All work per plans. | $350,000 | [100862295](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100862295/) |
| Feb 7, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Self certinterior tenant buildout existing class e-business useproposed class e-business use - no change | $175,000 | [100855658](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100855658/) |
| May 13, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Self cert office buildout on 3rd floor in an existing 3 story building. All work per plans. | $250,000 | [100815083](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100815083/) |
| Jun 6, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Self-cert: remove 35 FT. Of north west end of existing 3-story iii-b building. Erect new cmu structural exterior wall at new opening on north elevation. Remove non-loadbearing interior partitions and MEP on all floors. Two (2) existing enclosed stairs to remain. All per plans. | $600,000 | [100755586](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100755586/) |
| Apr 3, 2018 | Electrical | Temporary service for building construction for 730 N. Milwaukee | $100 | [B100754209](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100754209/) |
| Mar 20, 2013 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage burglar alarm # 340-15707-01 church 1w | $210 | [B100482171](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100482171/) |
| Aug 5, 2009 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage burglar alarm #340-11060-02 | $485 | [B100304261](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100304261/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 2026 | [1035 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1035-w-huron-st/) | 85 ft S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 2 systems : 1 rooftop packaged unit(carrier, 50tj-008-521ga, roof) 1 duct furnace(reznor, rx400, roof). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, exterior work, the roof. | $61,380 | [B200479043](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479043/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [716 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/716-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 210 ft E | Sign | Gerber collision & glass: internally illuminated face-lit cabinet sign on existing pole sign structure (n milwauke ave / W huron st) - 3'-5" h x 10'-0" W (35 SQ ft); orignal DOB # 100618202 issued 03/24/2017 | $8,000 | [101084099](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084099/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 10 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [930 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/930-w-huron-st/) | 750 ft E | Demolition | Complex demolition: wreck and remove a 2 story masonry building | $130,000 | [B101080233](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101080233/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [930 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/930-w-huron-st/) | 750 ft E | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 2 story masonry building | $130,000 | [101080233](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080233/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [727 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/727-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 260 ft NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101076895. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 1st floor, 2nd floor, roof deck. | Not listed | [B200513559](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513559/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [670 N May St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/670-n-may-st/) | 740 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations including a new toilet room, mechanical distribution, electrical service for pet grooming retail store. No structural work or changes to demising walls.(occupancy group B, construction type i-a) | $356,000 | [101087315](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087315/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [727 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/727-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 260 ft NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101076895. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 1st floor, 2nd floor, roof south. | Not listed | [B200463310](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200463310/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [816 N May St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/816-n-may-st/) | 940 ft NW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: low-sloped ( | $37,502 | [B200478678](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478678/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [942 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/942-w-huron-st/) | 610 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 commercial/industrial refrigeration(daikin, dsg0903214, rooftop). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, rooftop. | $6,000 | [B200475045](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475045/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [691 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/691-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 490 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self certification for first time interior fit-out for a new 3335sf veterinary clinic use. | $600,000 | [101083605](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083605/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [742 N May St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/742-n-may-st/) | 710 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 600 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: interior/exterior. | $22,000 | [B200473674](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473674/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [1170 W Erie St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1170-w-erie-st/) | 950 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC self-cert: existing building type 1 interior alteration:due to an insuarnce company report from 2017 of existing gyp. Bd joint compond containing asbestoes, all gypsum board & cabinets were removed from the unit and will be replaced in kind. This permit is to reinstall the face layer o | $60,000 | [101082040](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082040/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 7 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 4, 2026 | [612 N Ogden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/612-n-ogden-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 18; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 11. Affects: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), location: front and side of building. | $1,800 | [B200514348](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514348/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [1053 W Grand Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1053-w-grand-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Sign | Painted business id sign over private property to state "slate". 23'-4"L X 3'H | $5,000 | [101086225](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086225/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [1053 W Grand Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1053-w-grand-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Sign | Illuminated business id sign over the public way to state "slate". 15'-6"L X 2'H. North elevation wall | $5,000 | [101086224](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086224/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [1053 W Grand Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1053-w-grand-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Sign | Non-illuminated business id sign over the public way to state "slate automotive chicago". Structure is 14'-6"lx15'-1"h. Sign is circular with a diameter of 9'-0" | $5,000 | [101086223](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086223/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [811 N Racine Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/811-n-racine-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 300 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: building exterior. | $13,200 | [B200509206](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509206/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [610 N Ogden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/610-n-ogden-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 18; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 8. Affects: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), location: windows and doors. | $8,500 | [B200509569](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509569/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [1114 W Grand Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1114-w-grand-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | 2019 CBC Selective demolition of interior partitions, toilet room, for a small food service establishement. Existing 2 story b2-3 building of type 3a construction type 2-b | $100,000 | [101083926](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083926/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on W Huron St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [1035 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1035-w-huron-st/): newest permit Jul 17, 2026
- [1005 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1005-w-huron-st/): newest permit Mar 25, 2026
- [950 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/950-w-huron-st/): newest permit Dec 3, 2025
- [942 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/942-w-huron-st/): newest permit Jul 7, 2026
- [930 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/930-w-huron-st/): newest permit Oct 8, 2026
- [925 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/925-w-huron-st/): newest permit Jan 8, 2025
- [1204 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1204-w-huron-st/): newest permit Jun 12, 2025
- [1240 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1240-w-huron-st/): newest permit Aug 28, 2025
- [1309 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1309-w-huron-st/): newest permit Jun 18, 2026
- [1333 W Huron St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1333-w-huron-st/): newest permit Nov 29, 2022

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