# Building permits at 1228 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2M alteration or repair at 5437 S University Ave, permitted May 21.

28 permits on record here. The newest, Sep 16: Sign 6 cvs pharmacy 39 1/2" L.E.D. illum. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 22 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | 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 | Sign | Sign #4 cvs pharmacy blade sign on south building facade | $891 | [101086269](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086269/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | 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/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Alter existing lighting. Specific location: inside store. | $7,770 | [B200474528](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474528/) |
| Feb 15, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing 1-story cvs pharmacy, as per plans. (Occupancy group m; type IIIB construction) | $85,000 | [100954159](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100954159/) |
| Jan 25, 2021 | Electrical | Change of electrical contractor to permit number 100878409 | Not listed | [B100906749](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100906749/) |
| Jul 13, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of existing cvs pharmacy as per plans | $300,000 | [100878409](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100878409/) |
| Jan 4, 2017 | Electrical | Interior remodel | $1,000 | [B100685175](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100685175/) |
| Aug 30, 2013 | Sign | Install one (1) cabinet sign on the west elevation resding minute clinic | $1,000 | [100498576](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100498576/) |
| Aug 20, 2013 | Sign | Install one (1) channel letter set on the south elevation reading photo | $2,000 | [100498587](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100498587/) |
| Aug 20, 2013 | Sign | Install one (1) channel letter set on the south elevation reading minute clinic | $3,000 | [100498584](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100498584/) |
| Aug 20, 2013 | Sign | Install one (1) window box sign on the south elevation reading minute clinic | $500 | [100498581](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100498581/) |
| Aug 20, 2013 | Sign | Install one (1) banner on the west elevation reading coming soon minute clinic | $200 | [100498579](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100498579/) |
| Aug 20, 2013 | Sign | Install one illuminated window box sign on the west elevation reading minute clinic | $500 | [100498575](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100498575/) |
| Apr 18, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Remodel of an existing cvs store per plans | $150,000 | [100480195](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100480195/) |
| Feb 8, 2011 | Sign | Elevation facing E 53rd st | $100 | [100369905](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100369905/) |
| Nov 18, 2010 | Electrical | Install one outlet | Not listed | [B100373422](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100373422/) |
| Oct 25, 2010 | Sign | Elevation facing E. 53Rd st. | $100 | [100360399](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100360399/) |
| Oct 25, 2010 | Sign | Elevation facing E. 53Rd st. | $100 | [100360393](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100360393/) |
| Oct 25, 2010 | Sign | Elevation facing E. 53Rd st. | $100 | [100360392](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100360392/) |
| Oct 22, 2010 | Sign | Elevation facing E. 53Rd st. | $100 | [100360397](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100360397/) |
| Oct 22, 2010 | Sign | Elevation facing E. 53Rd st. | $100 | [100360389](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100360389/) |
| Oct 22, 2010 | Sign | Elevation facing E. 53Rd st. | $100 | [100360387](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100360387/) |
| Oct 22, 2010 | Sign | Elevation facing E. 53Rd st. | $100 | [100360386](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100360386/) |
| Oct 22, 2010 | Sign | Elevation facing E. 53Rd st. | $100 | [100360384](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100360384/) |
| Oct 22, 2010 | Sign | Elevation facing E. 53Rd st. | $100 | [100360382](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100360382/) |
| Sep 22, 2010 | Other | Change of contractor | Not listed | [B100364587](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100364587/) |
| Oct 24, 2007 | Other | Install eyewash station per dept of public health | Not listed | [100208112](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100208112/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2026 | [1213 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1213-e-53rd-st/) | 190 ft SW | 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/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [5400 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5400-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 710 ft SW | 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/) | 820 ft SW | 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 16, 2026 | [5117 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5117-s-kimbark-ave/) | 870 ft N | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: replace existing rear enclosed wood porch with new open wood porch as per plan. Revision to permit # 101083347 to extend decks to 10 feet. | $40,000 | [101088265](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088265/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [1200 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1200-e-53rd-st/) | 310 ft W | 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/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [1215 E Hyde Park Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1215-e-hyde-park-blvd/) | 990 ft N | Elevator | Like for like controller replacement for cartop compliance rerquirements on two(2) 1200lb capacity, 6-floor, 100fpm, passenger elevators, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev002808) | $255,000 | [101087417](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087417/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [5121 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5121-s-kenwood-ave/) | 970 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 600 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: west and east elevations. | $17,350 | [B200481553](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481553/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [5254 S Dorchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5254-s-dorchester-ave/) | 950 ft E | Fence, wall or deck | Alteration of existing communication equipment. Alteration of 2 boxes and equipment on 1 towers / structures. Location: rooftop. | $35,000 | [B200472327](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472327/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [5316 S Dorchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5316-s-dorchester-ave/) | 980 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement. | $3,500 | [B200477145](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477145/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [5139 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5139-s-university-ave/) | 910 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBC renovations to an existing basement for a type 3b ordinary construction, 2-story masonry sf townhouse (r-5 occ.) residence for same use. Scope of work (basement only) includes new interior finishes, fixtures, selective structural renovation and selective modifications to existing  | $150,000 | [101084507](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084507/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [5117 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5117-s-kimbark-ave/) | 870 ft N | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: replace existing rear enclosed wood porch with new open wood porch as per plan. Same size and location as existing. | $40,000 | [101083347](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083347/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [5335 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5335-s-kenwood-ave/) | 700 ft SE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: city fire alarm box connection. Specific location: new fire alarm in crawl space, 1fl, 2fl, attic. | Not listed | [B200468508](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468508/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [1215 E Hyde Park Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1215-e-hyde-park-blvd/) | 990 ft N | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 8494 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: roofing. IL Roofing contractor license: 104.01894. | $133,750 | [B200472184](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472184/) |
| May 23, 2026 | [5201 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5201-s-university-ave/) | 850 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 800 amp service disconnecting means with 150 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement. | $64,840 | [B200467730](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467730/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [5140 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5140-s-kenwood-ave/) | 750 ft NE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 5600 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: roof replacement. IL Roofing contractor license: 104016981. | $28,000 | [B200469043](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469043/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 7 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 2026 | [5048 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5048-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: rear of the building from the alley. | $14,600 | [B200481342](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481342/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [5460 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5460-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | 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 30, 2026 | [5118 S Dorchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5118-s-dorchester-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Roofing | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: roof parapet & archways. | $10,805 | [B200476433](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476433/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [5118 S Dorchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5118-s-dorchester-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 6800 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: rooftop. IL Roofing contractor license: 104017944. | $105,000 | [B200473093](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473093/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [5437 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5437-s-university-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | 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/) | 0.23 mi SW | 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 4, 2026 | [1201 E Madison Park](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1201-e-madison-park/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: basement electrical/sprinkler room. | $100 | [B200466678](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200466678/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on E 53rd St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [1236 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1236-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Apr 2, 2026
- [1217 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1217-e-53rd-st/): newest permit May 16, 2025
- [1213 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1213-e-53rd-st/): newest permit May 15, 2026
- [1200 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1200-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Sep 14, 2026
- [1314 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1314-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Oct 8, 2025
- [1418 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1418-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Jan 29, 2026
- [1424 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1424-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Oct 16, 2025
- [1439 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1439-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Nov 14, 2025
- [1452 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1452-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Jun 11, 2025
- [1453 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1453-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Aug 18, 2025

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