# Building permits at 1154 E 56th 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.

Three permits here in the last two years. The newest, Nov 7, 2025: Level 2 alteration to four (4) existing dwelling units of existing nine (9) dwellingunits (r-2). Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 14 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 770 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Level 2 alteration to four (4) existing dwelling units of existing nine (9) dwellingunits (r-2), 4-story + basement building oftype iii-a construction | $400,000 | [101074258](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101074258/) |
| Jul 23, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: selective interior, non-structural demolition work in an existing nine (9) dwelling unit, 4-story + basement residential building (r-2) of type iii-a construction | $100,000 | [101070906](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101070906/) |
| Feb 24, 2025 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 800 amp service disconnecting means with 10 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement, back of the building. | $60,000 | [B200414366](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200414366/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2026 | [5550 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5550-s-university-ave/) | 190 ft NW | 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/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 5 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 2026 | [5710 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5710-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 880 ft S | 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/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [1101 E 56th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1101-e-56th-st/) | 560 ft W | 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 3, 2026 | [1131 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1131-e-57th-st/) | 770 ft S | 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/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [5525 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5525-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 490 ft NE | 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/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [5630 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5630-s-kimbark-ave/) | 810 ft SE | 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/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2026 | [5611 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5611-s-kenwood-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 42 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 4. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: bedrooms, hallway and basement. | $3,500 | [B200480232](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480232/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [5460 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5460-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.21 mi N | 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/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [1315 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1315-e-57th-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Sign | Illuminated wall sign; 62 sq/ft; north elevation; fedex | $4,000 | [101082854](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082854/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [5467 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5467-s-university-ave/) | 0.19 mi N | 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/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [5727 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5727-s-university-ave/) | 0.19 mi S | 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/) | 0.21 mi S | 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 21, 2026 | [5437 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5437-s-university-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | 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/) | 0.24 mi N | 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/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on E 56th St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [1156 E 56th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1156-e-56th-st/): newest permit Mar 26, 2025
- [1101 E 56th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1101-e-56th-st/): newest permit Aug 31, 2026
- [1321 E 56th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1321-e-56th-st/): newest permit Nov 11, 2025
- [935 E 56th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/935-e-56th-st/): newest permit Apr 28, 2026
- [933 E 56th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/933-e-56th-st/): newest permit Jan 7, 2026
- [1400 E 56th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1400-e-56th-st/): newest permit Dec 11, 2024
- [1556 E 56th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1556-e-56th-st/): newest permit Apr 14, 2026
- [1642 E 56th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1642-e-56th-st/): newest permit Apr 30, 2026
- [1700 E 56th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1700-e-56th-st/): newest permit Jun 29, 2026
- [356 E 56th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/356-e-56th-st/): newest permit Sep 10, 2026

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