# Building permits at 1362 E 59th 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.

32 permits on record here. The newest, Aug 1: Low voltage/communication electrical work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 24 more permits since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 0.22 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 2026 | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: blaine. | $37,929 | [B200480797](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480797/) |
| Aug 8, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: south elevation entrance stairs. | $104,302 | [B200023397](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200023397/) |
| Jul 24, 2024 | Electrical | Security system work (cxsu240718a - 74749 uofc intercom blaine cr sunny gym) | $567,633 | [B101056202](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101056202/) |
| Jan 21, 2021 | New building | Permit expires on 03/21/2021 erection starts: 2/15/2021, erection ends: 8/15/2021. Tent- 180 day event (2/15/2021-8/15/2021) university of chicago /lab schools erect one (1) 66x50 (20mx50m) structure tent. Erect 2/15/2021- remove 8/15/2021assembly | $15,000 | [100906023](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100906023/) |
| Sep 19, 2018 | New building | Permit expires on 11/19/2018 erection starts: 10/12/2018, erection ends: 10/13/2018. Tent- uofc/laboratoryschools-1 day event (10/13/18) erect two ganged tents, two (2) 16'x20' tent,one (1) 50'x66' (15mx20m) structure tent. Setup 10/12/18- remove 10/13/18 assembly | $10,000 | [100781017](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100781017/) |
| Oct 10, 2017 | New building | Permit expires on 12/10/2017 erection starts: 10/13/2017, erection ends: 10/15/2017. Self-cert. Reinstatement of 2016 permit 100670709 - uc lab schoolalumni weekend. 1-60X70 century pole tent. Partytime-hdo productions. | $5,000 | [100729150](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100729150/) |
| Sep 22, 2017 | Electrical | Change of electrical contractor request lend lease has a permit 100504063 change electrical contractor to block electric co., inc. Thank you. | Not listed | [B100727454](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100727454/) |
| Oct 4, 2016 | New building | Permit expires on 12/04/2016 erection starts: 10/13/2016, erection ends: 10/17/2016. Uc lab school alumni weekend. 1-60X70 century pole tent. Partytime-hdo productions. | $5,000 | [100670709](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100670709/) |
| Mar 30, 2016 | Electrical | Low voltage intercom | $100,000 | [B100642241](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100642241/) |
| Oct 14, 2015 | New building | Permit expires on 12/14/2015 erection starts: 10/15/2015, erection ends: 10/18/2015. Temporary tent for the uc lab school event on oct. 16-17, 2015. 1-60X70 tent. Partytime-hdo productions, inc. Self certified tent permit conditional approval subject to field inspection aor certification of inspecti | $4,000 | [100616917](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100616917/) |
| Aug 27, 2015 | Electrical | Installation of (1) internally illuminated directory sign to be mounted inside the courtyard at the university of chicago. Sign will no be visible from the street. | $3,600 | [B100611444](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100611444/) |
| Jun 23, 2015 | Electrical | Security system work (univ of chicago) (lab school) (03-7780, 03-7781) | $76,885 | [B100601381](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100601381/) |
| Jun 17, 2015 | Elevator | Installation of (1) 750# cap., screw driven. Vertical wheelchair lift pursuant to plans submitted. | $18,800 | [100600611](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100600611/) |
| Mar 30, 2015 | Elevator | Install one (1) 4500lb.cap,150fpm, 4-stop hole-less hydraulic passenger elevator. Pursuant to plans submitted. | $76,370 | [100587649](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100587649/) |
| Mar 25, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Revision to permit # 100504063 to revise the west stair well to incorporate fire-rated vestibule in lieu of stair expansion as per plans. | $500,000 | [100532307](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100532307/) |
| Mar 18, 2014 | Electrical | Low voltage intercom at u of c lab school. | $47,000 | [B100519533](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100519533/) |
| Feb 7, 2014 | Electrical | Change of electrical contractors on permits #100504063, 100504064, 100504065 from maron electric to block electric co., inc. | Not listed | [B100526863](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100526863/) |
| Jan 23, 2014 | New building | Foundation support and set-up of a potain sk415 temporary tower crane as per plans. | $60,000 | [100521713](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100521713/) |
| Jan 12, 2014 | Electrical | HVAC Low voltage wiring | $10,000 | [B100523385](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100523385/) |
| Aug 13, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Renovation of existing four story school building as per plans | $17,033,642 | [100504063](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100504063/) |
| Aug 1, 2011 | Alteration or repair | Interior improvements to 2nd floor classroom: combine classrooms #217 and #219 into one room. | $96,000 | [100404972](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100404972/) |
| Apr 12, 2010 | Roofing | "All elevations, 100% tuck-point, remove/reset 100% coping stones, remove/replace 100% window perimeter sealant, replace clay tile roofing with sheet metal, replace membrane roof with sheet metal, remove/replace cast iron railing system, provide plumbing access panels, limestone crack repairs, limes | $4,313,251 | [100338529](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100338529/) |
| May 28, 2009 | Other | Reinstate permit #100239493 to erect a 50' x 60' canopy for event on june 6, 2009. | Not listed | [100292551](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100292551/) |
| May 5, 2009 | Other | Tuckpointing, grinding, caulk 4100 SQ. FT. Replace limestone caps 849 pieces. | $723,671 | [100290121](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100290121/) |
| May 28, 2008 | Other | Re-instate permit #100181583 ( to erect a 50' x 60' canopy) for event on june 7, 2008. -Conditional permit, subject to field verification. | $5,000 | [100239493](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100239493/) |
| Jun 1, 2007 | Other | Re-instate permit #100115362 ( to erect a 50' x 60' canopy) for event on june 2, 2007. -Conditional permit, subject to field verification. | $5,000 | [100181583](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100181583/) |
| May 9, 2007 | Elevator | Modernize the passenger elevator as per scope of work | $199,389 | [100177560](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100177560/) |
| Jul 27, 2006 | Alteration or repair | Removal of existing partition wall on second floor only as per plans. All mechanical and electrical to remain as existing per no change in occupancy load and use in resultant space. | $60,000 | [100111001](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100111001/) |
| Jun 9, 2006 | Alteration or repair | Interior alterations of 6 toliet rooms. Conditional permit subject to field inspection. | $275,000 | [100115206](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100115206/) |
| May 31, 2006 | New building | Permit expires on 07/30/2006 erect a 50' x 60' canopy for event from june 2 thru june 4, 2006 per plans. -Conditional permit, subject to field verification. | $10,000 | [100115362](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100115362/) |
| May 10, 2006 | Elevator | Install one passenger elevator as per plans | $192,536 | [100112069](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100112069/) |
| Mar 8, 2006 | Electrical | Installation of an elevator recall system in a non-required building. | $10,000 | [B100099117](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100099117/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | [5758 S Blackstone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5758-s-blackstone-ave/) | 860 ft NE | 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/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [1313 E 60th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1313-e-60th-st/) | 870 ft SW | Grading | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 16402 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 12, MAX. Length 6. Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 30sq. FT., Excavation =. Location: west south and east elevation. | $1,419,783 | [B200509714](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509714/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [5835 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5835-s-kimbark-ave/) | 670 ft W | 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/) | 810 ft NW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: belfield hall. | $37,929 | [B200480835](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480835/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [5840 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5840-s-kenwood-ave/) | 460 ft NW | 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/) | 510 ft N | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: kovler gym. | $37,929 | [B200480828](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480828/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [5835 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5835-s-kimbark-ave/) | 670 ft W | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: judd hall. | $3,792,937 | [B200480775](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480775/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [5815 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5815-s-kimbark-ave/) | 760 ft NW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: gordon parks arts hall. | $37,929 | [B200480822](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480822/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [5800 S Kimbark Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5800-s-kimbark-ave/) | 920 ft NW | 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/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [1414 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1414-e-59th-st/) | 410 ft E | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101076057. Affects: 446 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: yes. Monitoring type: city fire alarm box connection. Specific location: entire building. | Not listed | [B200463028](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200463028/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [1414 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1414-e-59th-st/) | 410 ft E | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install other. Specific location: stair lobbies in basement through 9th floors. | $32,200 | [B200465338](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200465338/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [5733 S Dorchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5733-s-dorchester-ave/) | 980 ft N | 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 20, 2026 | [5825 S Blackstone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5825-s-blackstone-ave/) | 710 ft NE | 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 20, 2026 | [1414 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1414-e-59th-st/) | 410 ft E | Elevator | Relocation of fire panel for two(2) 2500lb capacity, (1) 3-floor, passenger elevator(s1), and (1) 7-floor, passenger elevator(s2), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(#191191) | $54,020 | [101083740](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083740/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 10 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [1534 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1534-e-59th-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to replacement interior finishes, renovate kitchen, add half bath next to existing bathroom, mechanical, electrical and plumbing. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit j3 only (interior work only) | $95,000 | [B200509625](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509625/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [5717 S Blackstone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5717-s-blackstone-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | 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 15, 2026 | [1502 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1502-e-59th-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Other | Approval of new plan for stormwater management. Project type: transportation. Project area: 2.47 acres. This approval does not authorize any construction work. Construction work may require separate permit(s). | Not listed | [B200452268](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200452268/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [6045 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6045-s-kenwood-ave/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing research lab. Work to include new non load bearing partitions, plumbing, electrical and mechanical work as per plans. Structural peer review. (1B construction. B-business use) | $1,575,000 | [101086843](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086843/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [5850 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5850-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: lower-level restroom facilities renovation and water service upgrade to an existing concrete and masonry chapel building. | $1,924,294 | [101080904](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080904/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [6050 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6050-s-kenwood-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: first through fourth floors. | Not listed | [B200473067](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473067/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [5850 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5850-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | New building | Permit expires on 07/21/2026 erection starts: 5/19/2026, erection ends: 5/21/2026. Self cert CBC 2019 - 2026 university of chicago donor connecting rain marquee at the rockefeller chapel on may 20, 2026. Setup is may 19 and takedown is may 21, 2026. 1- 10Ft x 190ft marquee. Blue peak tents. | $3,000 | [101083696](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083696/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [5715 S Kenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5715-s-kenwood-ave/) | 0.21 mi N | 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/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [5850 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5850-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | New building | Permit expires on 07/07/2026 erection starts: 5/19/2026, erection ends: 5/20/2026. Self cert CBC 2019 - 2026 university of chicago donor tent event at the rockefeller chapel on may 20, 2026. Setup is may 19 and takedown is may 21, 2026. 1- 20Ft x 70ft and 1- 40ft x 80ft tents with optional rain marq | $7,000 | [101083122](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083122/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [5807 S Woodlawn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5807-s-woodlawn-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | 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 59th St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [1414 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1414-e-59th-st/): newest permit Jun 9, 2026
- [1502 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1502-e-59th-st/): newest permit Sep 15, 2026
- [1212 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1212-e-59th-st/): newest permit Feb 25, 2026
- [1534 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1534-e-59th-st/): newest permit Oct 1, 2026
- [1050 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1050-e-59th-st/): newest permit Apr 2, 2008
- [950 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/950-e-59th-st/): newest permit Sep 14, 2026
- [119 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/119-e-59th-st/): newest permit Jun 18, 2025

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