# Building permits at 1508 W Wolfram St, Chicago, IL 10 permits issued within a quarter mile in the last 30 days, at least twice the monthly pace before that. One permit on record here. The newest, May 18, 2025: Line voltage electrical work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 29 more permits (28 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.22 mi away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | May 18, 2025 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: exterior. | $4,600 | [B200426053](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200426053/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 29 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 | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 2, 2026 | [2815 N Southport Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2815-n-southport-ave/) | 840 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/) | 880 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/) | 730 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/) | 400 ft SE | 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/) | 690 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/) | | Aug 14, 2026 | [1625 W Diversey Pkwy](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1625-w-diversey-pkwy/) | 930 ft SW | 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/) | | Jul 14, 2026 | [2704 N Greenview Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2704-n-greenview-ave/) | 900 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/) | 900 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/) | 900 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/) | | Jun 19, 2026 | [1636 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1636-w-wolfram-st/) | 940 ft W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: low-sloped ( | $19,548 | [B200469354](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469354/) | | May 18, 2026 | [2841 N Southport Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2841-n-southport-ave/) | 820 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 12, 2026 | [2928 N Ashland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2928-n-ashland-ave/) | 840 ft 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 8, 2026 | [2736 N Janssen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2736-n-janssen-ave/) | 730 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/) | 360 ft SE | 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), 15 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 NE | 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 16, 2026 | [3014 N Ashland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3014-n-ashland-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Sign | South elevation: 17'-11" x 3'-11" led front lit channel letters "logo tooth buds pediatric dentistry" | $4,500 | [101087325](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087325/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [3014 N Ashland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3014-n-ashland-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Sign | East - existing multi-tenant sign - installing (2) replacement tenant panels into tenant sign for "tooth buds" | $1,000 | [101087163](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087163/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [3014 N Ashland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3014-n-ashland-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Sign | North elevation: 17'-11" x 3'-11" led front lit channel letters "logo tooth buds pediatric dentistry" | $4,500 | [101086676](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086676/) | | Sep 12, 2026 | [2714 N Marshfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2714-n-marshfield-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 400 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: meter location and panel location 1st, 2nd, and 3r. | $12,000 | [B200509975](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509975/) | | Sep 9, 2026 | [1429 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1429-w-wellington-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | 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/) | | Sep 4, 2026 | [2936 N Southport Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2936-n-southport-ave/) | 0.19 mi 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/) | 0.20 mi 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/) | | Aug 7, 2026 | [3013 N Ashland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3013-n-ashland-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 12 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: exterior of unit 3n through-wall flashing install. | $5,700 | [B200481883](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481883/) | | Jul 15, 2026 | [3036 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3036-n-lincoln-ave/) | 0.25 mi N | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 750lb capacity, 2-floor, vertical platform lift, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $56,670 | [101085987](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085987/) | | Jul 2, 2026 | [1659 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1659-w-wolfram-st/) | 0.22 mi W | New building | Self certification- 2019 CBC. New 2 story single family residence with full basement and private 3 car garage w/ roof deck & open walkway connection between principal building & the garage. New fencing. All work as per plans. | $752,000 | [101070491](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101070491/) | | Jun 2, 2026 | [1429 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1429-w-wellington-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | 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 28, 2026 | [3014 N Ashland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3014-n-ashland-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | 2019 CBRC Self-cert interior remodel of 1-story former retail space w/ basement to medical services/ dental office - non-ambulatory care facility. Work includes (9) treatment rooms, (1) office, (1) consult, reception, waiting, sterilization, break room, and (2) toilet rooms.(construction type ii-a, | $285,000 | [101083226](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083226/) | | May 14, 2026 | [3036 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3036-n-lincoln-ave/) | 0.25 mi N | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101060826. Affects: 16 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: bsmnt, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th floor and roof. | Not listed | [B200460156](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200460156/) | | May 11, 2026 | [2740 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2740-n-wayne-ave/) | 0.23 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 We don't list zoning cases for Chicago yet. Look them up on the city's Zoning Board of Appeals page: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dcd/zoning-board-of-appeals.html ## More on this street Other addresses on W Wolfram St with permits, nearest house number first: - [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 - [1730 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1730-w-wolfram-st/): newest permit Nov 11, 2024 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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