# Building permits at 1455 W Wolfram St, Chicago, IL

One permit on record here. The newest, Oct 12: Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open). Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 26 more permits (25 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2026 | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $31,000 | [B200514972](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514972/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [2815 N Southport Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2815-n-southport-ave/) | 640 ft E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 150 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 5, MAX. Length 2. Location: first & second floors. | $5,500 | [B200513926](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513926/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [1356 W Diversey Pkwy](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1356-w-diversey-pkwy/) | 670 ft E | Alteration or repair | Build new coffee service counter with coffee service equipment and pastry display area. | $30,000 | [101085005](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085005/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [2736 N Janssen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2736-n-janssen-ave/) | 570 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior alteration of 1 dwelling unit in existing 4 story 1 unit single family attached residential building with attached private garage. Widening of existing interior stair opening in place, with new engineered lumber girders and steel posts carried to new concrete footings,  | $200,000 | [101086527](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086527/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [1448 W Diversey Pkwy](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1448-w-diversey-pkwy/) | 250 ft S | Alteration or repair | Construction of new ADU over existing 2 car frame garage including mechanical, electrical and plumbing per plans.principle building: existing 2 story frame with 2 residential units. | $150,000 | [101082163](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082163/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1419 W Diversey Pkwy](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1419-w-diversey-pkwy/) | 490 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: interior demolition only of interior partitions, mechanical, electrical and plumbing in existing 2-story former retail food establishment. No demolition of existing structure. Construction type iiib.consultant reviewer: v3 companies of IL | $60,000 | [101084951](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084951/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [2936 N Southport Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2936-n-southport-ave/) | 940 ft NE | Other | Alteration of existing communication equipment. Alteration of 3 boxes and equipment on 1 towers / structures. Location: penthouse / wall. | $3,500 | [B200507496](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507496/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [2658 N Greenview Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2658-n-greenview-ave/) | 960 ft S | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 685 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: garage. IL Roofing contractor license: 104011601. | $31,500 | [B200508802](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508802/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [2704 N Greenview Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2704-n-greenview-ave/) | 820 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | Repair (26% to 50%) for wood exterior balcony (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $3,100 | [B200477768](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477768/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [2704 N Greenview Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2704-n-greenview-ave/) | 820 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | Repair (26% to 50%) for wood exterior balcony (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $3,100 | [B200477767](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477767/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [2704 N Greenview Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2704-n-greenview-ave/) | 820 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $20,695 | [B200477765](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477765/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [2841 N Southport Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2841-n-southport-ave/) | 640 ft E | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: add new pergola, cabinetry, decking and planters to existing private rooftop deck for unit 3w at existing 4-story, 3-unit masonry building (occupancy type R-5, type 3a construction). No change to occupancy or egress. Structural peer review. | $35,000 | [101082387](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082387/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [2736 N Janssen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2736-n-janssen-ave/) | 570 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall, electrical, plumbing and finishes (no floor plan alterations). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s) | $150,000 | [B200464639](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200464639/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [1456 W Diversey Pkwy](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1456-w-diversey-pkwy/) | 250 ft S | Other | Install a total of six new steel columns and concrete pads; install new steel beam connect to new steel column and separate connected new steel beam. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), basement. | $27,300 | [B200468417](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468417/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 13 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | [1429 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1429-w-wellington-ave/) | 0.19 mi N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Ne | $1,000 | [B200512915](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512915/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [1429 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1429-w-wellington-ave/) | 0.19 mi N | Other | Permit expires on 11/09/2026 erection starts: 9/25/2026, erection ends: 9/27/2026. CBC 2019 - Reinstatement of 2025 permit 101074119 for the 2026 st. Alphonsus oktoberfest stage on sept 25-27, 2026. Same 1-24x20 sl-100 mobile stage with wings. St alphonsus with csem. | $3,000 | [101088230](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088230/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [1309 W Diversey Pkwy](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1309-w-diversey-pkwy/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC renovation of existing occupiable rooftop including repair replace existing decking and pergola on 4 story townhome (occ r5 con iiib) | $25,000 | [101085103](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085103/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [1625 W Diversey Pkwy](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1625-w-diversey-pkwy/) | 0.20 mi W | Sign | Immanuel anglican church: non-illuminated wall sign (w diversey pkwy elevation) - 4'-11" h x 3'-1" W (15 SQ ft) | $1,000 | [101085910](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085910/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [2912 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2912-n-lincoln-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall, cabinets, countertop and trim at existing office space, no plumbing or electrical in scope. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s),1st floor only: 2912 | $10,000 | [B200463887](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200463887/) |
| Jun 19, 2026 | [1636 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1636-w-wolfram-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: low-sloped ( | $19,548 | [B200469354](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469354/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [1310 W George St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1310-w-george-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 1000 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 200. Lighting outlets: 100. Specific location: each residential & commercial units. | $15,000 | [B200463888](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200463888/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [1429 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1429-w-wellington-ave/) | 0.19 mi N | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: restoration of exterior masonry entry plaza stairs and supporting foundation for a large catholic church. No work to main church structure or architecture. Entry plaza is separate construction from main church building (occupancy group a-3, type IIB construction) | $60,000 | [101081495](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081495/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [2815 N Lakewood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2815-n-lakewood-ave/) | 0.25 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | Repair (26% to 50%) for wood deck (non-rooftop) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). Landing: 70 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $7,500 | [B200471417](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471417/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [2912 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2912-n-lincoln-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 duct furnace(goodman gr9s960803bn) 1 central furnace(whirlpool, ground level). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), ground level. | $7,500 | [B200468873](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468873/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [2928 N Ashland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2928-n-ashland-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Install security. Specific location: interior of retail store. | $50,000 | [B200470013](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470013/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [2804 N Lakewood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2804-n-lakewood-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Replace existing stair enclosure with new enclosure. Replace existing roof deck with new roof deck. | $45,000 | [101023842](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101023842/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [2740 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2740-n-wayne-ave/) | 0.19 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 100 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: garage. | $1,185 | [B200469989](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469989/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on W Wolfram St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [1508 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1508-w-wolfram-st/): newest permit May 18, 2025
- [1520 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1520-w-wolfram-st/): newest permit Nov 20, 2024
- [1522 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1522-w-wolfram-st/): newest permit Sep 2, 2025
- [1634 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1634-w-wolfram-st/): newest permit Oct 28, 2024
- [1636 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1636-w-wolfram-st/): newest permit Jun 19, 2026
- [1638 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1638-w-wolfram-st/): newest permit Oct 23, 2024
- [1640 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1640-w-wolfram-st/): newest permit Oct 23, 2024
- [1642 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1642-w-wolfram-st/): newest permit Oct 25, 2024
- [1659 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1659-w-wolfram-st/): newest permit Jul 2, 2026
- [1725 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1725-w-wolfram-st/): newest permit Nov 24, 2025

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