# Building permits at 1221 E 55th 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.

One permit on record here. The newest, May 29, 2025: Roof replacement. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 13 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2025 | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1000 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: roof above 1217-1221 E 55th st, chicago, IL. IL Roofing contractor license: 104019548. | $12,500 | [B200427627](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200427627/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

13 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 10 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | [5412 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5412-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 990 ft N | 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/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [5550 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5550-s-university-ave/) | 880 ft SW | 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 10, 2026 | [5460 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5460-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 560 ft NW | 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 26, 2026 | [5467 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5467-s-university-ave/) | 760 ft NW | 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 5, 2026 | [5525 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5525-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 310 ft SW | 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 21, 2026 | [5437 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5437-s-university-ave/) | 940 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 14, 2026 | [5630 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5630-s-kimbark-ave/) | 970 ft S | 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 11, 2026 | [5437 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5437-s-university-ave/) | 940 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/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [1354 E 55th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1354-e-55th-st/) | 900 ft E | Sign | Frist financial bank: internally illuminated face lit projecting sign w/dymanic display (e 55th st elevation) - 9'-0" h x 5'-3" projection (47 SQ ft); replaces DOB # 101056045 issued 08/08/2024 | $2,000 | [101079146](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079146/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [1354 E 55th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1354-e-55th-st/) | 900 ft E | Sign | Frist financial bank: internally illuminated face lit wall sign (e 55th st elevation) - 4'-0" h x 21'-0" W (84 SQ ft) | $8,500 | [101079144](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079144/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 3 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [5400 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5400-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.21 mi N | 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/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [1101 E 56th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1101-e-56th-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | 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 18, 2026 | [5611 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5611-s-kenwood-ave/) | 0.19 mi SE | 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/) |

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Map, the one permit at this address and 13 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1221-e-55th-st/