# Building permits at 1539 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $3.5M alteration or repair at 5207 S Harper Ave, permitted Jul 27. 18 permits on record here. The newest, Dec 19, 2025: 6 Sq/ft illuminated projecting blade sign. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 27 more permits (25 projects) since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Dec 19, 2025 | Sign | 6 Sq/ft illuminated projecting blade sign; west elevation; n/s facing text | $3,500 | [101075826](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101075826/) | | Jul 18, 2024 | Alteration or repair | (Self-cert project / 2019 cbrc): interior alterations to existing 2nd floor tenant space in an existing 2-story building as per plans. (Occupancy classification: B; construction type: ib) | $350,000 | [101052117](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101052117/) | | Jun 5, 2024 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 rooftop packaged unit(lennox, lga180hh2g, roof top). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, roof top unit replacement. | $52,000 | [B200017822](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200017822/) | | Apr 26, 2018 | Electrical | Add circuit for parking paystation | $2,000 | [B100758915](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100758915/) | | May 29, 2015 | Sign | Internally illuminated blade sign on west elevation | $8,000 | [100568664](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100568664/) | | May 13, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Interior buildout for 10092sf of existing two-story commercial building. (New restaurant) per plans no outdoor roof deck.pation use under this permit | $318,000 | [100457687](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100457687/) | | May 1, 2013 | Sign | Sign d:externally lit suspended sign, installed within building on east elevation | $4,000 | [100479163](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100479163/) | | May 1, 2013 | Sign | Sign b:externally lit suspended sign, installed within building on north elevation | $4,000 | [100479160](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100479160/) | | May 1, 2013 | Sign | Sign a:externally lit suspended sign, installed within building on west elevation | $4,000 | [100479159](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100479159/) | | Apr 9, 2013 | Plumbing | Revision to permit 100466720 to change plumber contractor and HVAC contractor. | Not listed | [100485025](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100485025/) | | Apr 5, 2013 | Sign | Install a channel letter sign on storefront facing lake park ave. | $5,000 | [100471382](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100471382/) | | Apr 2, 2013 | Other | ¿Change of electrical contractor for original permit # 100466720¿ to gts electric | Not listed | [B100484024](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100484024/) | | Mar 6, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Self certification: interior build-out for a yoga studio on 2nd floor of an existing 2 story bldg. Scope of work includes interior partitions, locker room and finishes. New rtu's and distribution of existing HVAC equipment. Distribution of electrical service from load center in tenant area. Installl | $275,000 | [100466720](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100466720/) | | Oct 18, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Tenant improvements, upgrade of mechanical and electrical, addition of exterior terrace as per plans. Conditional permit subject to field inspection. | $175,000 | [100458548](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100458548/) | | Jul 25, 2012 | Elevator | Installation of (1) 2 stop & (1) 3 stop ecospace passenger elevators pursuant to plans submitted. Installations to be made in compliance with city of chicago elevator code & subject to field inspection by city of chicago elevator bureau. | $129,225 | [100450908](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100450908/) | | Jun 22, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Exterior and interior alterations to an existing two story retail clothing store building as per plans. This is a self certified correction | $1,750,000 | [100433604](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100433604/) | | May 24, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Selective demolition of non bearing partitions as per plans | $180,000 | [100431371](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100431371/) | | Aug 21, 2006 | Alteration or repair | Interior renovations to coffeeshop to include electrical, plumbing and mechanical as per plans. | $80,000 | [100130671](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100130671/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 27 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 18 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 17, 2026 | [5225 S Blackstone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5225-s-blackstone-ave/) | 770 ft W | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood exterior stairway (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $15,000 | [B200510962](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510962/) | | Sep 15, 2026 | [5207 S Harper Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5207-s-harper-ave/) | 610 ft NW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: lab for sciences. | $150,000 | [B200510910](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510910/) | | Sep 11, 2026 | [5207 S Harper Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5207-s-harper-ave/) | 610 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBC: revision to permit 101085095 removing previously permitted scope, except for lighting to prep space for another laboratory space under separate permit of a business use non-hazardous laboratory space as per plans. (Occupancy group B; type 1a construction) | Not listed | [101087882](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087882/) | | Sep 9, 2026 | [1645 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1645-e-53rd-st/) | 720 ft E | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2100 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: roof top. IL Roofing contractor license: 104020453. | $129,000 | [B200509047](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509047/) | | Sep 9, 2026 | [1645 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1645-e-53rd-st/) | 720 ft E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1400 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 345 SQ. FT. Location: all elevations. | $129,840 | [B200509045](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509045/) | | Aug 27, 2026 | [5207 S Harper Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5207-s-harper-ave/) | 610 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Sc/ 2019 CBRC - interior alterations on floors 3-11 for installation of additional electrical service to include new conduit and equipment, switchboards bus duct, feeder connectors, shunt, trip breakers and fire department emergency power off (epo) as per plans. (Occupancy group B; type 1a construct | $2,000,000 | [101087399](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087399/) | | Aug 6, 2026 | [5207 S Harper Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5207-s-harper-ave/) | 610 ft NW | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101074867. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 3 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: yes. Monitoring type: city fire alarm box connection. Specific location: 11th, 12th 13th floors. | Not listed | [B200476335](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476335/) | | Jul 10, 2026 | [5207 S Harper Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5207-s-harper-ave/) | 610 ft NW | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:b200462256. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: yes. Monitoring type: none (exempt). Specific location: 11th, 12th, 13th floors. | Not listed | [B200471768](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471768/) | | Jul 27, 2026 | [5207 S Harper Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5207-s-harper-ave/) | 610 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBC: wet lab east side phase 3 of initial buildout on the 8th floor within an existing mixed-use building for a non-hazardous laboratory space. Work includes new non-load bearing partitions, doors, ceilings, millwork and finishes. Along with associated electrical power and lighing, me | $3,500,000 | [101085836](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085836/) | | Jul 27, 2026 | [5207 S Harper Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5207-s-harper-ave/) | 610 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBC: quantum lab west side phase 2 of initial buildout on the 8th floor within an existing mixed-use building for a non-hazardous laboratory space. Work includes new non-load bearing partitions, doors, ceilings, millwork and finishes and vibration mitigation structure. Along with asso | $3,500,000 | [101085835](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085835/) | | Jul 27, 2026 | [5207 S Harper Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5207-s-harper-ave/) | 610 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBC: corridor and conference center - phase 1 of initial buildout on the 8th floor within an existing mixed-use building for a non-hasardous laboratory space. Work includes new non-load bearing partitions, doors, ceilings, millwork and finishes. Along with associated electrical power | $3,000,000 | [101085095](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085095/) | | Jul 16, 2026 | [5220 S Harper Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5220-s-harper-ave/) | 520 ft NW | Other | For permit 100971260: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200477989](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477989/) | | Jun 23, 2026 | [5201 S Cornell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5201-s-cornell-ave/) | 750 ft NE | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 2, max. Length: 150 FT., max. Height: 260 FT. Location: all exterior facade elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200475921](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475921/) | | Jun 15, 2026 | [5331 S Cornell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5331-s-cornell-ave/) | 700 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 500 SQ. FT. Location: parapet wall and top floor. | $50,000 | [B200474536](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474536/) | | Jun 3, 2026 | [5332 S Harper Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5332-s-harper-ave/) | 540 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Selfcert 2019-cbrc: alteration to replace one existing rooftop makeup air unit with new rooftop doas unit to provide conditioned ventilation to residential corridors (floors 1-7) and ground floor lobby. Work includes replacing existing rooftop exhaust fans connected to existing interior risers servi | $294,300 | [101081945](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081945/) | | May 26, 2026 | [5207 S Harper Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5207-s-harper-ave/) | 610 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to existing mechanical, plumbing and electrical at existing lab.locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), 6th floor room 0697. | $100,000 | [B200470021](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470021/) | | May 19, 2026 | [5207 S Harper Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5207-s-harper-ave/) | 610 ft NW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: hyde park lab location. | $223,298 | [B200471277](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471277/) | | May 5, 2026 | [5300 S Blackstone Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5300-s-blackstone-ave/) | 790 ft W | Alteration or repair | 2019 CBRC: Interior renovation of existing 5,180 square foot 1st floor (former office space) and 8,813 square foot unfinished basement to create a fitness studio. Work includes demolition and lowering of existing basement slab, new partitions, finishes, MEP systems, and installation of a new NFPA 13 | $2,000,000 | [101076986](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076986/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 9 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 24, 2026 | [1709 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1709-e-53rd-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: new office inside. | $4,500 | [B200512793](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512793/) | | Aug 21, 2026 | [1709 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1709-e-53rd-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Alter existing data/video. Specific location: on the 1st floor. | $23,075 | [B200507379](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507379/) | | Sep 2, 2026 | [5421 S Hyde Park Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5421-s-hyde-park-blvd/) | 0.24 mi SE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1427 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: rooftop. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018973. | $15,000 | [B200509950](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509950/) | | Aug 13, 2026 | [1709 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1709-e-53rd-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Other | For permit 101080800: additional other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200506903](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506903/) | | Jul 13, 2026 | [5254 S Dorchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5254-s-dorchester-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Other | Alteration of existing communication equipment. Alteration of 2 boxes and equipment on 1 towers / structures. Location: rooftop. | $35,000 | [B200472327](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472327/) | | Jul 8, 2026 | [5316 S Dorchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5316-s-dorchester-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement. | $3,500 | [B200477145](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477145/) | | Jul 3, 2026 | [5307 S Hyde Park Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5307-s-hyde-park-blvd/) | 0.19 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: unit 203. | $700 | [B200475952](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475952/) | | Jun 4, 2026 | [5307 S Hyde Park Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5307-s-hyde-park-blvd/) | 0.19 mi E | Other | Alteration of existing communication equipment. Alteration of 0 boxes and equipment on 1 towers / structures. Location: antenna modification existing rooftop per plans. | $50,000 | [B200468837](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468837/) | | May 4, 2026 | [1709 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1709-e-53rd-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing tenant space at ground floor of existing building. No change to existing structure. (OCC. Group B; construction type ia) | $90,000 | [101080800](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080800/) | ## More on this street Other addresses on E 53rd St with permits, nearest house number first: - [1513 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1513-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Mar 20, 2025 - [1512 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1512-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Mar 19, 2026 - [1508 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1508-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Dec 12, 2024 - [1507 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1507-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Dec 29, 2025 - [1505 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1505-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Jul 15, 2025 - [1462 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1462-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Jun 8, 2025 - [1453 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1453-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Aug 18, 2025 - [1452 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1452-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Jun 11, 2025 - [1439 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1439-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Nov 14, 2025 - [1645 E 53rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1645-e-53rd-st/): newest permit Sep 9, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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