# Building permits at 1357 E 57th St, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $3.8M project at 5835 S Kimbark Ave, permitted Aug 1.

Three permits on record here. The newest, Jun 20, 2025: Roof replacement. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 23 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 2025 | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1700 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: rooftop. IL Roofing contractor license: 104017713. | $15,000 | [B200429643](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200429643/) |
| Jun 15, 2022 | Other | Change of contractor. | Not listed | [B100976194](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100976194/) |
| Mar 31, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Interior alterations to existing residential dwelling unit at 1357 E. 57Th st., unit #3, in existing 15 unit apartment building. (Occupancy group R-2, existing type iii-b construction) | $100,000 | [100954492](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100954492/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

23 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 18, 2026 | [5715 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5715-s-kenwood-ave/) | 180 ft SW | 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/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 13 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [5617 S Dorchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5617-s-dorchester-ave/) | 600 ft NE | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 60 FT., max. Height: 85 FT. Location: west elevation. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200514165](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514165/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [5717 S Blackstone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5717-s-blackstone-ave/) | 710 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 15 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: first floor. | $2,400 | [B200510742](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510742/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [5758 S Blackstone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5758-s-blackstone-ave/) | 850 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 120 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: west side under the window. | $2,400 | [B200512657](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512657/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [5611 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5611-s-kenwood-ave/) | 600 ft N | 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 16, 2026 | [5617 S Dorchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5617-s-dorchester-ave/) | 600 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration in kitchen, (2) bathrooms, foyer, laundry area and hallway and replace finishes throughout, electrical and plumbing. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 5n | $292,000 | [B200477199](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477199/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [5840 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5840-s-kenwood-ave/) | 890 ft S | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: middle school u-high. | $37,929 | [B200480833](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480833/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [5823 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5823-s-kenwood-ave/) | 770 ft S | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: kovler gym. | $37,929 | [B200480828](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480828/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [5815 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5815-s-kimbark-ave/) | 970 ft SW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: gordon parks arts hall. | $37,929 | [B200480822](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480822/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [1315 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1315-e-57th-st/) | 420 ft W | Sign | Illuminated wall sign; 62 sq/ft; north elevation; fedex | $4,000 | [101082854](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082854/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [5800 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5800-s-kimbark-ave/) | 910 ft SW | 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/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [5733 S Dorchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5733-s-dorchester-ave/) | 450 ft SE | Alteration or repair | 2019 Cbrc:interior repairs of the existing dwelling unit in the existing townhouse to address water damage no mechanical work. | $80,000 | [101081586](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081586/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [5630 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5630-s-kimbark-ave/) | 730 ft NW | 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 1, 2026 | [5720 S Harper Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5720-s-harper-ave/) | 970 ft E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 99 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: 2 chimneys side and middle. | $20,000 | [B200468819](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468819/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 9 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 2026 | [5710 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5710-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | 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/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [5835 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5835-s-kimbark-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: west entrance. | $69,146 | [B200480186](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480186/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [5818 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5818-s-kimbark-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: belfield hall. | $37,929 | [B200480835](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480835/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [1362 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1362-e-59th-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: blaine. | $37,929 | [B200480797](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480797/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [5835 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5835-s-kimbark-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: judd hall. | $3,792,937 | [B200480775](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480775/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [5729 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5729-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | 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 28, 2026 | [5546 S Blackstone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5546-s-blackstone-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Roofing | Scope: roof recover. Area: 3700 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: rooftop. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000394. | $44,000 | [B200471767](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471767/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [5825 S Blackstone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5825-s-blackstone-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: west and south elevations. | $214,000 | [B200469148](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469148/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [5807 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5807-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | 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/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on E 57th St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [1366 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1366-e-57th-st/): newest permit Jun 30, 2025
- [1323 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1323-e-57th-st/): newest permit Apr 9, 2026
- [1315 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1315-e-57th-st/): newest permit Jul 7, 2026
- [1428 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1428-e-57th-st/): newest permit Sep 26, 2025
- [1156 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1156-e-57th-st/): newest permit Jun 3, 2025
- [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
- [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

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