# Building permits at 1539 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL

10 permits on record here. The newest, Dec 2, 2025: Revision to permit #101046741 to eliminate automatic sprinkler system from the scope of work.an automatic. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 21 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Revision to permit #101046741 to eliminate automatic sprinkler system from the scope of work.an automatic sprinkler system is not required per 14r 803.2.2 exception #2 | $995,630 | [101075249](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101075249/) |
| Aug 20, 2025 | Other | For permit 101046741: replacement other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200437777](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200437777/) |
| Aug 2, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC - interior renovations to an existing 3 story w/ basement building w/ 12 sro units and retail use on the ground floor to convert to 13 total sro units and office use at ground floor front with relocated and new sro units at rear of ground floor, new rear 3 story open exit stair, 2 new  | $995,630 | [101046741](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101046741/) |
| Jun 26, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Nonstructural interior preparatory demolition: removal of non-load bearing partitions/fixtures only in an existing 3-story building; all other work to per performed on application/permit # 101046741 | $30,000 | [B200013609](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200013609/) |
| Dec 12, 2023 | Demolition | Wreck and remove a detached masonry garage (no replacement on this permit) locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), detached garage (rear). | $5,000 | [B200003585](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200003585/) |
| Jan 31, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Repair work for existing open deck and erect 15'x 6' storage shed above the existing garage. | $2,000 | [100424347](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100424347/) |
| Aug 24, 2010 | Electrical | Installation of a low voltage burglar alarm system, medical supplies for you and the sales rep-mike sheeny. | Not listed | [B100358633](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100358633/) |
| Apr 4, 2008 | Fire systems | Fa system installation in an s.r.o.1-3fls. No desk clerks are available. A cst is provided. CK31261;$340.00. | Not listed | [B100228516](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100228516/) |
| Jan 4, 2008 | Electrical | Repairs due to fire damage: cosmetic work only to mixed use building as per contract. Drywall, electrical, floors, doors and windows. No plumbing involved. | $29,500 | [100218473](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100218473/) |
| Jul 17, 2007 | Fence, wall or deck | Porch repairs to address violations: double up six joists for third floor, stairs and stringers firmed and bolted, replace guard rail to basement, firm up railings. All work same as existing. | $1,400 | [100189515](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100189515/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

21 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 12, 2026 | [1518 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1518-w-devon-ave/) | 170 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 8 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 2. Specific location: behind the building for service drop and interior. | $3,000 | [B200470341](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470341/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 12 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | [1423 W Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1423-w-highland-ave/) | 860 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: revision to permit 101070292 replace additional plumbing piping found to be in poor condition within building interior. No exterior work. (Occupancy group r5; type v-a construction) | $500 | [101086783](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086783/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [1614 W Thome Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1614-w-thome-ave/) | 920 ft SW | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $32,000 | [B200510766](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510766/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [6414 N Paulina St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6414-n-paulina-st/) | 870 ft W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 7, MAX. Length 6. Parapet rebuilding: 400 SQ. FT. Location: reper existing exterior masonry walls. | $56,550 | [B200507305](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507305/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [6436 N Bosworth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6436-n-bosworth-ave/) | 430 ft N | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $32,350 | [B200481644](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481644/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [1506 W Thome Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1506-w-thome-ave/) | 950 ft S | Roofing | Scope: roof recover. Area: 980 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: roofing. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018441. | $13,000 | [B200481316](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481316/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [1511 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1511-w-devon-ave/) | 280 ft E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: fill in existing door opening between units to separate a limited restaurant and a mercantile unit to separate tenat spaces in a b1-2 in an existing commercical 2-story brick building (iiia) with second floor residential unit. (Iii-a const. Type, occ. A-2, M and r-3) | $6,000 | [101084676](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084676/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [6418 N Greenview Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6418-n-greenview-ave/) | 420 ft NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101076846. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: basement through first floor. | Not listed | [B200475084](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475084/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [1526 W Rosemont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1526-w-rosemont-ave/) | 550 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $4,500 | [B200479822](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479822/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [1448 W Arthur Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1448-w-arthur-ave/) | 900 ft NE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 9900 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: main roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000238. | $164,097 | [B200479396](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479396/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [6434 N Newgard Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6434-n-newgard-ave/) | 780 ft NE | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: front of building). Landing: 75 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $14,000 | [B200475463](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475463/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [1524 W Rosemont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1524-w-rosemont-ave/) | 550 ft S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 exhaust fan(panosonic, bathroom). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), bathroom. | $900 | [B200474970](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474970/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [1720 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1720-w-devon-ave/) | 1,000 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 15. Lighting outlets: 10. Specific location: interior residential unit work. | $20,000 | [B200466003](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200466003/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | [1753 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1753-w-devon-ave/) | 0.24 mi W | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 0 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 2 bathrooms and 1 kitchen. | $26,074 | [B200512142](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512142/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [6532 N Ashland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6532-n-ashland-ave/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Replacement of existing 2-story rear open wood porch. Change in size/location/configuration. (Occupancy group R-5; type VA construction) | $23,500 | [101088161](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088161/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [1417 W Arthur Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1417-w-arthur-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 20, MAX. Length 11. Location: masonry repairs. | $44,500 | [B200481646](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481646/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [1358 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1358-w-devon-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 42 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: store on 1st floor. | $2,500 | [B200481922](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481922/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [1355 W Devon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1355-w-devon-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBC: initial tenant buildout of new liquor store in existing vacant retail space on ground floor in existing 4 story, 6du apartment building as per plans (occupancy group m, type iii-a construction) | $156,000 | [101083383](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083383/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [6522 N Greenview Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6522-n-greenview-ave/) | 0.19 mi N | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: replace existing back wood porch & stairs | $30,700 | [101083777](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083777/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [6540 N Ashland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6540-n-ashland-ave/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 250 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: front facade. | $9,430 | [B200472469](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472469/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [6317 N Hermitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6317-n-hermitage-ave/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: proposed rear 1 story frame addition and 2 story rear frame addition, interior remodeling and alterations to an existing 2 story frame single family residence with basement as per plans. Conditional permit subject to field inspections | $110,000 | [101080896](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080896/) |

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