# Building permits at 10538 S Ewing Ave, Chicago, IL

Two permits on record here. The newest, Aug 17: Interior alterations at an existing 2-story. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 12 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 cbcc: interior alterations at an existing 2-story, mixed-use (1 dwelling unit + 1 comm. Unit) masonry building to undergo a change of use at ground level comm. Unit from existing retail space into new restaurant space. With a new walkway on the first floor roof. (Const. Type: 3a; occupancy: | $115,000 | [101068742](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101068742/) |
| Jul 18, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Repair/replacer(16)windows,(12)doors same size and location,drywall(100 SQ ft). | $3,500 | [101024506](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101024506/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [10429 S Ewing Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10429-s-ewing-ave/) | 770 ft N | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 2 systems : 1 duct furnace(ameristar, a951x060bu4sab, basement) 1 split dx unit(oxbox, j5acs024a1000a, 1st floor). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), replace furnace and ac. | $5,000 | [B200513724](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513724/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [10429 S Ewing Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10429-s-ewing-ave/) | 770 ft N | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 2 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), change plumbing fixtures. | $2,000 | [B200513704](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513704/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [10643 S Avenue M](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10643-s-avenue-m/) | 910 ft SW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 7.2 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: rooftop and exterior wall of principle building. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #25-0072. | $21,200 | [B200509689](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509689/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [3623 E 106th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3623-e-106th-st/) | 280 ft S | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 6500 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: the roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018264. | $85,944 | [B200512377](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512377/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [10600 S Ewing Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10600-s-ewing-ave/) | 270 ft S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2150 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: north/east elevation. Tuckpointing and brick repai. | $18,000 | [B200509990](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509990/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [3537 E 106th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3537-e-106th-st/) | 620 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 125 amp service disconnecting means with 14 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 14. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: sub panel. | $2,500 | [B200507399](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507399/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [10516 S Avenue L](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10516-s-avenue-l/) | 400 ft NW | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 24'-0' ' x24'-0' '. Gable roof height to peak: 15'-0' '. | $33,337 | [B200474728](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474728/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [3537 E 106th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3537-e-106th-st/) | 620 ft SW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 12 kw. Array output: 18.45 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: rooftop and exterior wall of principle building. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #25-0072. | $132,350 | [B200469456](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469456/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2026 | [10543 S Avenue G](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10543-s-avenue-g/) | 0.20 mi E | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 9 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of home. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $22,100 | [B200513100](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513100/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [10703 S Avenue J](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10703-s-avenue-j/) | 0.20 mi SE | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 22'-0' ' x20'-0' '. Hip roof height to peak: 12'-0' '. | $31,431 | [B200479439](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479439/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [10635 S Avenue N](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10635-s-avenue-n/) | 0.21 mi SW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: low-sloped ( | $20,000 | [B200472641](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472641/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [10635 S Avenue N](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10635-s-avenue-n/) | 0.21 mi SW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 15.75 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: rooftop and exterior wall of principle building. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #25-0072. | $45,900 | [B200471113](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471113/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on S Ewing Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [10600 S Ewing Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10600-s-ewing-ave/): newest permit Sep 10, 2026
- [10607 S Ewing Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10607-s-ewing-ave/): newest permit Nov 12, 2024
- [10635 S Ewing Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10635-s-ewing-ave/): newest permit Oct 22, 2025
- [10429 S Ewing Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10429-s-ewing-ave/): newest permit Oct 6, 2026
- [10653 S Ewing Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10653-s-ewing-ave/): newest permit Apr 23, 2026
- [10413 S Ewing Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10413-s-ewing-ave/): newest permit Jul 2, 2025
- [10411 S Ewing Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10411-s-ewing-ave/): newest permit Oct 15, 2025
- [10356 S Ewing Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10356-s-ewing-ave/): newest permit Jun 13, 2025
- [10347 S Ewing Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10347-s-ewing-ave/): newest permit Mar 25, 2026
- [10759 S Ewing Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/10759-s-ewing-ave/): newest permit Feb 10, 2026

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