# Building permits at 1156 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. Four permits on record here. The newest, Jun 3, 2025: Interior alterations to 2nd and 3rd floor bathrooms to convert into gender neutral bathrooms. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 25 more permits since May 1. Five are for new buildings, the nearest 230 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Jun 3, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Spr CBRC 2019: interior alterations to 2nd and 3rd floor bathrooms to convert into gender neutral bathrooms. Work to include new paint, flooring, toilets, lavatories and showers. Associated m.e.p. Updates. No change in use. IB Construction, R-2 occupancy per plans certified plans corrections: condit | $250,000 | [101064248](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101064248/) | | Feb 14, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace existing cabinets and countertops, replace two stoves and range hood, and replace ceiling mounted light fixtures. Existing use/occupancy classification c, church. Proposed use/occupancy is classification c, church. | $40,000 | [101023959](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101023959/) | | Nov 6, 2023 | Electrical | New lighting and appliance power for kitchen remodel. | $5,000 | [B101037979](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101037979/) | | Jun 14, 2013 | Other | Minor tuckointing. 100 SQ. FT. | $8,000 | [100495611](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100495611/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 25 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 | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 3, 2026 | [1131 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1131-e-57th-st/) | 230 ft W | 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/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 11 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 8, 2026 | [5710 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5710-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 300 ft SE | 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/) | 760 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/) | 820 ft NW | 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/) | | Jul 15, 2026 | [1118 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1118-e-58th-st/) | 760 ft SW | 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/) | 660 ft S | 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/) | | Jul 7, 2026 | [1315 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1315-e-57th-st/) | 910 ft E | Sign | Illuminated wall sign; 62 sq/ft; north elevation; fedex | $4,000 | [101082854](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082854/) | | Jun 22, 2026 | [5727 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5727-s-university-ave/) | 360 ft 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/) | 490 ft SE | 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 14, 2026 | [5630 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5630-s-kimbark-ave/) | 740 ft NE | 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 7, 2026 | [1155 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1155-e-58th-st/) | 740 ft S | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: 1155 E 58th street. | $110,002 | [B200469426](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469426/) | | May 5, 2026 | [5807 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5807-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 860 ft 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/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 13 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 24, 2026 | [5848 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5848-s-university-ave/) | 0.24 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/) | | Aug 18, 2026 | [5611 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5611-s-kenwood-ave/) | 0.25 mi NE | 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 | [5850 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5850-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: lower-level restroom facilities renovation and water service upgrade to an existing concrete and masonry chapel building. | $1,924,294 | [101080904](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080904/) | | Aug 1, 2026 | [5818 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5818-s-kimbark-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: belfield hall. | $37,929 | [B200480835](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480835/) | | Jul 30, 2026 | [5815 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5815-s-kimbark-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: gordon parks arts hall. | $37,929 | [B200480822](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480822/) | | Jul 20, 2026 | [5850 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5850-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | New building | Permit expires on 07/21/2026 erection starts: 5/19/2026, erection ends: 5/21/2026. Self cert CBC 2019 - 2026 university of chicago donor connecting rain marquee at the rockefeller chapel on may 20, 2026. Setup is may 19 and takedown is may 21, 2026. 1- 10Ft x 190ft marquee. Blue peak tents. | $3,000 | [101083696](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083696/) | | Jul 2, 2026 | [5800 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5800-s-kimbark-ave/) | 0.19 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 2 circuits to existing 400 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:2 spaces. Specific location: university of chicago - judd lot. | $37,640 | [B200476457](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476457/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [5525 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5525-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | 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 18, 2026 | [5715 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5715-s-kenwood-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 3 circuits to existing 400 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:4 spaces. Specific location: parking lot.. | $13,425 | [B200468257](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468257/) | | May 8, 2026 | [5801 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5801-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.23 mi 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 | [5850 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5850-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | New building | Permit expires on 07/07/2026 erection starts: 5/19/2026, erection ends: 5/20/2026. Self cert CBC 2019 - 2026 university of chicago donor tent event at the rockefeller chapel on may 20, 2026. Setup is may 19 and takedown is may 21, 2026. 1- 20Ft x 70ft and 1- 40ft x 80ft tents with optional rain marq | $7,000 | [101083122](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083122/) | | May 7, 2026 | [5801 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5801-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.23 mi 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/) | 0.22 mi W | 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/) | ## More on this street Other addresses on E 57th St with permits, nearest house number first: - [1131 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1131-e-57th-st/): newest permit Aug 3, 2026 - [1103 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1103-e-57th-st/): newest permit Mar 18, 2026 - [1100 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1100-e-57th-st/): newest permit Mar 18, 2025 - [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 - [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 - [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 - [1428 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1428-e-57th-st/): newest permit Sep 26, 2025 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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