# Building permits at 1154 E 54th Pl, 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. Four permits on record here. The newest, Jan 30: Replacement plumbing contractor. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 15 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Jan 30, 2026 | Plumbing | For permit 101076047: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200457418](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200457418/) | | Jan 30, 2026 | Plumbing | For permit 101076038: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200457417](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200457417/) | | Dec 22, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC interior alteration to existing 6 d.u. Bldg. Construction type 3b to remain occupancy type R-2 to remain (3/12/26 the correct address is 1158 E 54th pl.) | $250,000 | [101076047](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076047/) | | Dec 10, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Interior alteration to exisiting 6 d.u. Bldg, occupancy R2 to remain, construction type 3b to remain no change | $250,000 | [101076038](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076038/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 15 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### Next door (under 250 ft), 3 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Jun 26, 2026 | [5467 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5467-s-university-ave/) | 220 ft SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 cooling tower(paragon model delta t-100, roof top). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, rooftop. | $10,000 | [B200476047](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476047/) | | May 21, 2026 | [5437 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5437-s-university-ave/) | 150 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC. Interior alterations to the existing 3 story, 24 du type IIIA masonry building which includes MEP work, exterior improvements and replacing windows, as per architectural plans. | $2,000,000 | [101082165](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082165/) | | May 11, 2026 | [5437 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5437-s-university-ave/) | 150 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC electrical work only. New 1600 amp electrical service for the existing 3 story 24 dwelling unit building. No architectural or plumbing changes, as per architectural plans. 4025-4041 N Kedvale. | $45,000 | [101080798](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080798/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 4 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 1, 2026 | [5400 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5400-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 510 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 1000 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: common basements areas, front stairs. | $70,000 | [B200513721](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513721/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [5412 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5412-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 400 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 800 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement, common area. | $70,000 | [B200506624](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506624/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [5460 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5460-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 260 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: north south east elevations. | $81,740 | [B200506704](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506704/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [5525 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5525-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 900 ft S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: rear chimneys. | $22,100 | [B200471200](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471200/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 8 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 16, 2026 | [1228 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1228-e-53rd-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Sign | Sign 6 cvs pharmacy 39 1/2" l.e.d. Illum. Letterset - linear on south building facade | $2,891 | [101086272](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086272/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [1228 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1228-e-53rd-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Sign | Sign #4 cvs pharmacy blade sign on south building facade | $891 | [101086269](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086269/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [1228 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1228-e-53rd-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Sign | Sign #1 cvs pharmacy 39 1/2" l.e.d. Illum. Letterset - linear on west building facade | $2,891 | [101084321](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084321/) | | Sep 14, 2026 | [1200 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1200-e-53rd-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 40 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: north east side of the building. | $3,000 | [B200511453](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511453/) | | Sep 4, 2026 | [5550 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5550-s-university-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | 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 9, 2026 | [5418 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5418-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 16'-0' ' (length). Location: right back side of the house. | $1,417 | [B200506640](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506640/) | | Jun 15, 2026 | [1228 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1228-e-53rd-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Alter existing lighting. Specific location: inside store. | $7,770 | [B200474528](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474528/) | | May 15, 2026 | [1213 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1213-e-53rd-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 150 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 108 SQ. FT. Location: south and east elevation. | $21,910 | [B200470463](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470463/) | --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). Checked 2026-10-05 14:38 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. 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