# Building permits at 1103 E 57th St, Chicago, IL The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $6.4M alteration or repair at 5550 S University Ave, permitted Sep 4. Seven permits on record here. The newest, Mar 18: Fire alarm: repair existing system. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 28 more permits (26 projects) since May 1. Three are for new buildings, the nearest 300 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Mar 18, 2026 | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: partial 1st floor. | Not listed | [B200461212](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200461212/) | | Jan 28, 2022 | Fire systems | Fire alarm permit fire alarm permit fire alarm permit* modification of an existing, approved class II fire alarm system to accommodate partial floor renovation. | $600 | [B100949369](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100949369/) | | Dec 4, 2019 | Elevator | Perform city of chicago 2017 fire service mandate upgrade on one(1) 1500lb capacity, 100fpm, 5-floor, ewgt, passenger elevator, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.( erman biology center d1) | $38,000 | [100853591](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100853591/) | | May 8, 2019 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace reheat coils in air handler units. | Not listed | [100818736](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100818736/) | | Aug 23, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Demo and new interior build out of existing faculty office space.(conditional permit certified corrections) | $100,000 | [100484340](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100484340/) | | Apr 24, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Alterations work associated with chilled water distribution piping system installation.1103 east 57th street | $500,000 | [100487443](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100487443/) | | Apr 26, 2006 | Alteration or repair | Alterations to laboratories on 3rd floor of university of chicago | $300,000 | [100109564](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100109564/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 28 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 14 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 8, 2026 | [5710 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5710-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 770 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: repair and replacement of finishes in existing 3 story office building. New mechanical closet. (Occupancy group B; type iii-a construction) | $80,000 | [101085706](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085706/) | | Sep 4, 2026 | [5550 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5550-s-university-ave/) | 880 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 250 SQ. FT. Location: exterior facade masonry repairs.. | $6,411,265 | [B200510295](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510295/) | | Aug 31, 2026 | [1101 E 56th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1101-e-56th-st/) | 670 ft N | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 5000lb capacity, kelley scissors dock lift, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $27,620 | [101087731](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087731/) | | Aug 11, 2026 | [949 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/949-e-58th-st/) | 940 ft SW | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 1st floor. | Not listed | [B200474510](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474510/) | | Aug 3, 2026 | [1131 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1131-e-57th-st/) | 300 ft E | New building | Permit expires on 10/03/2026 erection starts: 9/15/2026, erection ends: 9/29/2026. Erection starts: 9/15/2026, erection ends: 9/29/2026. Uofc reynolds club - hutchinson courtyardcanopy, reinstate 101073204, 10 day event 9/18/2026- 9/27/26erect one (1), 80'x80' pole tent - canopysetup 9/15/2026- remo | $19,200 | [101086742](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086742/) | | Jul 29, 2026 | [929 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/929-e-57th-st/) | 900 ft W | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing sub basement research lab and lab support space. (1B construction. B-business use) | $1,050,422 | [101084409](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084409/) | | Jul 15, 2026 | [1118 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1118-e-58th-st/) | 600 ft S | Elevator | Modernization of one(1) 2250lb capacity, 5-floor, 125fpm, passenger elevator(eckhart), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev014050) | $783,432 | [101085971](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085971/) | | Jul 14, 2026 | [5757 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5757-s-university-ave/) | 700 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior renovation of 1,015 sf office suite within existing 4-story academic building. No structural work. No change to occupancy or egress. Building occupancy: mixed use business (b) and assembly (a3). Type of construction: 2a, fully sprinklered. | $91,000 | [101084179](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084179/) | | Jun 22, 2026 | [5727 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5727-s-university-ave/) | 480 ft SE | Grading | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 10sq. FT., Excavation =. Location: west east and south elevation. | $51,433 | [B200473471](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473471/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [5729 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5729-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 890 ft E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: all elevations. | $14,700 | [B200471671](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471671/) | | May 8, 2026 | [5801 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5801-s-ellis-ave/) | 790 ft SW | New building | Permit expires on 07/08/2026 erection starts: 5/27/2026, erection ends: 6/10/2026. 2026 Uofc convocation large tenttents- peer review- self cert- 1 day event 6/6/2026 nine (9) structures- two ganged structures, ganged structure one- two (2) 10x50 frame, one (1) 20x40 frame, two (2) 20x180 (6mx24m) s | $63,600 | [101082783](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082783/) | | May 7, 2026 | [1155 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1155-e-58th-st/) | 830 ft SE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: 1155 E 58th street. | $110,002 | [B200469426](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469426/) | | May 7, 2026 | [5801 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5801-s-ellis-ave/) | 790 ft SW | New building | Permit expires on 07/07/2026 erection starts: 5/27/2026, erection ends: 6/10/2026. 2026 Uofc convocation small tent structurestent/platform/structure- self cert- 1 day event 6/6/2026forty (41) structures- two (2) 15x30 frame, one (1) 20x40 frame, three (3) 20x60 frame, three (3) 20x80 frame, two (2) | $113,013 | [101082782](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082782/) | | May 6, 2026 | [5730 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5730-s-ellis-ave/) | 620 ft SW | Elevator | Replacement of power unit on one(1) 7000lb capacity, 5-floor, 25fpm, passenger elevator(service #4), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev001840) | $94,000 | [101083202](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083202/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 14 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 30, 2026 | [900 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/900-e-57th-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Elevator | Replacement of hoist cables, drive sheave and deflector sheave on one(1) 3500lb capacity, 10-floor, 400fpm, passenger elevator(#1-129), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(100245870) | $65,000 | [101089117](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101089117/) | | Sep 24, 2026 | [5848 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5848-s-university-ave/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Install temporary 60 kw diesel generator. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: temporary tent for special event. | $2,000 | [B200511297](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511297/) | | Sep 14, 2026 | [5845 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5845-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 100 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: west and east elevations. | $51,328 | [B200510807](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510807/) | | Aug 11, 2026 | [5644 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5644-s-drexel-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101040218. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: yes. Monitoring type: city fire alarm box connection. Specific location: all maglock door locations on ll,1,2,3,4,5 an | Not listed | [B200471773](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471773/) | | May 27, 2026 | [5644 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5644-s-drexel-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: revision to permit # 101061630 to add additional vent piping and enlarge lab processing space on level 2 and reconfigure adjacent phlebotomy lab. Consutltant reviewer: v3 companies of IL | $625,000 | [101080854](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080854/) | | May 26, 2026 | [850 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-e-57th-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Sign | Non-illuminated double faced post & panel directional sign; 8 sq/ft; n/w lot location; n/s facing text; uchicago | $500 | [101083247](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083247/) | | May 26, 2026 | [850 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-e-57th-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Sign | Non-illuminated double faced post & panel directional sign; 33 sq/ft; n/e lot location; n/s facing text; uchicago | $1,000 | [101083246](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083246/) | | May 26, 2026 | [850 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-e-57th-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Sign | Non-illuminated double faced post & panel directional sign; 12 sq/ft; east lot location; n/s facing text; uchicago | $1,000 | [101083244](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083244/) | | May 26, 2026 | [850 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-e-57th-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Sign | Illuminated double faced monument sign; 81 sq/ft s/e lot location; n/w & s/e facing text; uchicago | $15,000 | [101083240](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083240/) | | May 22, 2026 | [5824 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5824-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: e4 office. | Not listed | [B200469680](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469680/) | | May 20, 2026 | [5644 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5644-s-drexel-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: revision to core & shell permit # 101050651 to add stair between floors 8 and 8.5. No change to existing a-3, B or i-2 condition 1 occupancies. Construction type IA. | $250,000 | [101080833](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080833/) | | May 14, 2026 | [5630 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5630-s-kimbark-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 60'-0' ' (length). Location: side (north) fence. | $4,100 | [B200470641](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470641/) | | May 8, 2026 | [5824 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5824-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:b200460138. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 4th floor - suite 1420. | Not listed | [B200462938](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200462938/) | | May 5, 2026 | [5807 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5807-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior renovation of interior assembly space, including minor plumbing systems, electrical systems, and interior finishes. Work does not include exterior modifications. (Occupancy group a-3; type IB construction) per plans, sprinkler work under a separate permit certified plans corr | $1,000,000 | [101076016](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076016/) | ## More on this street Other addresses on E 57th St with permits, nearest house number first: - [1100 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1100-e-57th-st/): newest permit Mar 18, 2025 - [1131 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1131-e-57th-st/): newest permit Aug 3, 2026 - [1156 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1156-e-57th-st/): newest permit Jun 3, 2025 - [929 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/929-e-57th-st/): newest permit Jul 29, 2026 - [900 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/900-e-57th-st/): newest permit Sep 30, 2026 - [1315 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1315-e-57th-st/): newest permit Jul 7, 2026 - [1323 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1323-e-57th-st/): newest permit Apr 9, 2026 - [850 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-e-57th-st/): newest permit May 26, 2026 - [1357 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1357-e-57th-st/): newest permit Jun 20, 2025 - [1366 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1366-e-57th-st/): newest permit Jun 30, 2025 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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