# Building permits at 1338 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $6.1M alteration or repair at 6455 N Sheridan Rd, permitted Aug 13.

One permit on record here. The newest, Nov 14, 2025: Initial buildout of existing ground floor commercial space in existing 4 story. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 33 more permits (32 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBC: initial buildout of existing ground floor commercial space in existing 4 story, 10du mixed use building for new laundromat as per plans (occupancy group B; type IIIA construction) | $135,000 | [101074703](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101074703/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | [1358 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1358-w-devon-ave/) | 220 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 42 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: store on 1st floor. | $2,500 | [B200481922](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481922/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [1355 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1355-w-devon-ave/) | 190 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBC: initial tenant buildout of new liquor store in existing vacant retail space on ground floor in existing 4 story, 6du apartment building as per plans (occupancy group m, type iii-a construction) | $156,000 | [101083383](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083383/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [1334 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1334-w-devon-ave/) | 45 ft E | Sign | Installation of one (1) new internally illuminated wall-mounted business identification sign measuring approximately 2' x 2' (4 SQ. Ft.) on the exterior of the existing commercial building for ta'da laundry. Electrical connection to be provided by licensed electrical contractor. No structural modifi | $3,000 | [101084989](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084989/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [1335 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1335-w-devon-ave/) | 90 ft SE | Alteration or repair | 2019 CBRC Self cert interior alterations of former beauty salon at 1337 W devon and former insurance office at 1335 W devon within first floor of 1-story masonry building with basement. Combine units for new coffee shop. Work includes new coffee service area, storage room, sitting room and update 2  | $75,000 | [101083730](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083730/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | [1423 W Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1423-w-highland-ave/) | 620 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: revision to permit 101070292 replace additional plumbing piping found to be in poor condition within building interior. No exterior work. (Occupancy group r5; type v-a construction) | $500 | [101086783](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086783/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [6243 N Glenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6243-n-glenwood-ave/) | 890 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: front of building). Landing: 94 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $8,000 | [B200509970](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509970/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [1251 W Arthur Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1251-w-arthur-ave/) | 880 ft NE | Fence, wall or deck | Repair (26% to 50%) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). Landing: 65 square feet. Repair loose spindles and weathered post. | $2,000 | [B200477990](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477990/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [1417 W Arthur Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1417-w-arthur-ave/) | 750 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 20, MAX. Length 11. Location: masonry repairs. | $44,500 | [B200481646](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481646/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [6340 N Magnolia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6340-n-magnolia-ave/) | 750 ft E | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 4000 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: replace roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104.01769. | $6,000 | [B200481409](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481409/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [6344 N Lakewood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6344-n-lakewood-ave/) | 430 ft SE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101073963. Affects: 6 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: none (exempt). Specific location: entire building. | Not listed | [B200472655](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472655/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [6418 N Greenview Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6418-n-greenview-ave/) | 990 ft W | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101076846. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: basement through first floor. | Not listed | [B200475084](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475084/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [6328 N Magnolia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6328-n-magnolia-ave/) | 800 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 24'-0' ' (length). Location: left side of the backyard. | $1,720 | [B200473441](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473441/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [6344 N Lakewood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6344-n-lakewood-ave/) | 430 ft SE | Elevator | Installation of (1) one vertical platform wheelchair lift, 750lbs capacity @ 17fpm, 2 stops, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $44,500 | [101085696](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085696/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [6434 N Newgard Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6434-n-newgard-ave/) | 730 ft NW | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: front of building). Landing: 75 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $14,000 | [B200475463](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475463/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [6315 N Magnolia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6315-n-magnolia-ave/) | 950 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $48,500 | [B200473573](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473573/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [6319 N Lakewood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6319-n-lakewood-ave/) | 670 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 22'-0' ' x24'-0' '. Hip roof height to peak: 13'-0' '. | $25,000 | [B200472883](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472883/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [1314 W Rosemont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1314-w-rosemont-ave/) | 710 ft S | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019: replace existing first level floor columns with new columns and beams in existing 3-story, 15-unit residential. (Construction type IIIA, use group r-2) | $15,000 | [101075796](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101075796/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [6304 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6304-n-wayne-ave/) | 630 ft S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 260 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: south wall spot tuckpointing and brick replacmeent. | $8,270 | [B200468977](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468977/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2026 | [6551 N Newgard Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6551-n-newgard-ave/) | 0.25 mi NW | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 20'-0' ' x20'-0' '. Hip roof height to peak: 12'-0' '. | $28,300 | [B200512077](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512077/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [6320 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6320-n-broadway/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Alter existing other. Specific location: main floor. | $11,680 | [B200481757](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481757/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [6455 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6455-n-sheridan-rd/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | 2019 CBRC: Self certification of a limited scope renovation. Scope included renovation of space on level 2 for offices. No changes in exiting or occupancy. | $6,100,000 | [101087037](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087037/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [1511 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1511-w-devon-ave/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: fill in existing door opening between units to separate a limited restaurant and a mercantile unit to separate tenat spaces in a b1-2 in an existing commercical 2-story brick building (iiia) with second floor residential unit. (Iii-a const. Type, occ. A-2, M and r-3) | $6,000 | [101084676](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084676/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [6317 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6317-n-broadway/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: west elevation, north end. | $15,000 | [B200479673](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479673/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [1448 W Arthur Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1448-w-arthur-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 9900 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: main roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000238. | $164,097 | [B200479396](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479396/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [6510 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6510-n-sheridan-rd/) | 0.24 mi NE | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Chain link trash enclosure - 6'-0' ' (height) x 23'-5' ' (length). Location: trash enclosure. | $8,000 | [B200474219](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474219/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [6217 N Lakewood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6217-n-lakewood-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 28 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: exterior back wall service update. | $3,000 | [B200475468](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475468/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [6217 N Lakewood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6217-n-lakewood-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 28 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: back of the house service update. | $5,000 | [B200470924](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470924/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [6455 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6455-n-sheridan-rd/) | 0.23 mi NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101081632. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 4th floor. | Not listed | [B200472015](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472015/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [6320 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6320-n-broadway/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: electrical/sprinkler room. | $34,000 | [B200474149](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474149/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [6320 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6320-n-broadway/) | 0.22 mi SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Other administrative change associated with permit 101076382. Details: replace HVAC contractor. Administrative filing only. No substantive change to scope of permit 101076382. | Not listed | [B200473000](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473000/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [6320 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6320-n-broadway/) | 0.22 mi SE | Addition | For permit 101076382: replacement other contractor. Additional other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200473001](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473001/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [1518 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1518-w-devon-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 8 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 2. Specific location: behind the building for service drop and interior. | $3,000 | [B200470341](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470341/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [6460 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6460-n-sheridan-rd/) | 0.22 mi NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install audio. Specific location: rooms 105-111-112-120-215-216-230. | $15,000 | [B200469377](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469377/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on W Devon Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [1335 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1335-w-devon-ave/): newest permit Jun 17, 2026
- [1334 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1334-w-devon-ave/): newest permit Jul 9, 2026
- [1355 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1355-w-devon-ave/): newest permit Jul 13, 2026
- [1358 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1358-w-devon-ave/): newest permit Aug 20, 2026
- [1251 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1251-w-devon-ave/): newest permit Apr 14, 2025
- [1443 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1443-w-devon-ave/): newest permit Dec 5, 2025
- [1215 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1215-w-devon-ave/): newest permit Mar 31, 2025
- [1511 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1511-w-devon-ave/): newest permit Aug 1, 2026
- [1514 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1514-w-devon-ave/): newest permit Jan 13, 2025
- [1518 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1518-w-devon-ave/): newest permit May 12, 2026

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Map, the one permit at this address and 33 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1338-w-devon-ave/
