# Building permits at 11941 S Emerald Ave, Chicago, IL One permit on record here. The newest, Oct 7, 2024: Emergency wreck and removal of a two story frame residential building. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 4 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 7, 2024 | Demolition | Emergency wreck and removal of a two story frame residential building | $35,830 | [B101048380](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101048380/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 4 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 3 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 19, 2026 | [12024 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12024-s-union-ave/) | 550 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: rehabilitate existing 4 dwelling unit, 2 story masonry as per plans. New electrical & light fixtures, new 200a service. New mechanical system for each unit. New 6' high wrought iron fence. Architectural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing disciplines involved. (Occupancy group | $150,000 | [101072546](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101072546/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [11926 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/11926-s-lowe-ave/) | 600 ft E | Elevator | Installation of (1) one vertical platform wheelchair lift at the front of the home, 750lbs capacity @ 9fpm, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $24,017 | [101086290](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086290/) | | Jul 7, 2026 | [11926 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/11926-s-lowe-ave/) | 600 ft E | Fence, wall or deck | ADA Modifications: construct a wooden deck, stairs and handrails at the front of the house.. | $24,017 | [B200477195](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477195/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 1 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 21, 2026 | [550 W 119th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-119th-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Self certification 2019 CBRC. Interior & exterior remodel to existing commercial building. New parking lot w/ 26 spaces+ 1 accessable space and driveway. New 4' iron fence and 6' wood fence. All work as per plans. | $1,200,000 | [101076606](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076606/) | ## Zoning requests nearby We don't list zoning cases for Chicago yet. Look them up on the city's Zoning Board of Appeals page: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dcd/zoning-board-of-appeals.html ## More on this street Other addresses on S Emerald Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [12026 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12026-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Dec 19, 2025 - [12239 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12239-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit May 13, 2025 - [12254 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12254-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Sep 24, 2026 - [12311 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12311-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Dec 10, 2025 - [12410 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12410-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Apr 15, 2025 - [12432 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12432-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Jan 13, 2026 - [12450 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12450-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Nov 6, 2025 - [12613 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12613-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Jan 3, 2018 - [12616 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12616-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Jul 16, 2026 - [11245 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/11245-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Sep 8, 2025 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). Checked 2026-10-10 22:05 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/ This site provides applications using data that has been modified for use from its original source, www.cityofchicago.org, the official website of the City of Chicago. The City of Chicago makes no claims as to the content, accuracy, timeliness, or completeness of any of the data provided at this site. The data provided at this site is subject to change at any time. It is understood that the data provided at this site is being used at one’s own risk. Map, the one permit at this address and 4 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/11941-s-emerald-ave/