# Building permits at 1601 S State St, Chicago, IL The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $725,269 alteration or repair at 61 W 15th St, permitted Aug 3. 18 permits on record here. The newest, Sep 9: Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 18 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 9, 2026 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 120 FT., max. Height: 80 FT. Location: all elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200511009](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511009/) | | Oct 8, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: exterior building. | $18,500 | [B200400659](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200400659/) | | Jun 1, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Wireless adding 2 mw radios, cables, and wires to existing equipment shelter, and routine maintenance to existing telecom facility. | $30,000 | [101018802](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101018802/) | | May 16, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Minor work to existing office storefront. Remove existing office room walls. 3 New office rooms in existing space. Provide electrical for new rooms, to connect to existing service. Relocate existing mechanical vents for new rooms, to connect to existing ductwork. Existing plumbing to remain. | $50,000 | [100998571](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100998571/) | | Apr 4, 2023 | Alteration or repair | North & east elevation,tuckpoint as necessary & replace(100)bricks(500sq ft).all work same as existing. | $16,500 | [101011631](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101011631/) | | Sep 7, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: combine two condominium units, renovate all bathrooms, relocate kitchen. No penetrations to the existing concrete/steel floor structure proposed.no structural modifications proposed. Current and proposed use: class A-2 multi-family dwelling and B business | $75,000 | [100908581](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100908581/) | | Apr 27, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Verizon wireless removing 6 cables, 3 rru, 6 tma, adding 3 ericsson vze01/sub 6 integrated radios, 3 hyb cable, 9 rru, 1 ovp, 6 nnh-65a and conducting routine maintenance work to upgrade existing telecom facility. 15Th & state #247336 | $40,000 | [100919349](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100919349/) | | Apr 23, 2021 | Electrical | Remove and replace lines and antenna as per rpint | $5,000 | [B100919180](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100919180/) | | Mar 21, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Verizon wireless swapping 3 like antennas for 9 antennas & conducting routine maintenance work on radio equipment. 15Th & state #247336 | $20,000 | [100802947](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100802947/) | | Feb 22, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Interior tenant build-out of 1st floor commercial unit #1b for new nail salon. Self-certification. | $47,055 | [100803208](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100803208/) | | Feb 7, 2019 | Electrical | Removing 3 existing antennas and adding 9 new ones | $20,000 | [B100803874](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100803874/) | | Feb 20, 2017 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage burglar alarm interior work only # 2014-10594 | $100 | [B100691120](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100691120/) | | Aug 19, 2015 | Alteration or repair | All elevations, repair\replace caulk and control joints and tuckpoint 800 SQ. FT. Only. | $53,200 | [100610156](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100610156/) | | May 28, 2013 | Other | 1St reinstatement of permit # 100396427 for 25% of the original cost + $50 processing fee. All contractors to remain | Not listed | [100492578](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100492578/) | | Jan 2, 2013 | Electrical | Installation of conduit and wire for 50 amp 240 volt receptacle | $3,600 | [B100471785](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100471785/) | | Dec 23, 2011 | Alteration or repair | Install 12 new antennas and 1 equipment shelter on and existing roof top as per plans. | $85,000 | [100396427](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100396427/) | | Jun 24, 2010 | Fence, wall or deck | Caulk balcony joints- (no structural work)- all work same as existing; subject to field inspections | $9,800 | [100350433](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100350433/) | | Jan 4, 2006 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage security system job #340-05036 | $464 | [B100087930](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100087930/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 18 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 29, 2026 | [1545 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1545-s-state-st/) | 170 ft N | Alteration or repair | Existing roof deck replacement on existing 7stry masonry residential building | $20,000 | [101081755](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081755/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 9 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 24, 2026 | [1802 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1802-s-wabash-ave/) | 950 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC - new commercial kitchen equipment at tea, beer, wine,and café/bistro - occupancy group a2 type VA construction per plans certified plans corrections: conditional permit subject to field | $30,000 | [101082086](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082086/) | | Aug 17, 2026 | [1631 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1631-s-michigan-ave/) | 940 ft E | Other | Change of owner for permit 101039646. New owner listed on this permit. | Not listed | [B200480877](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480877/) | | Aug 3, 2026 | [61 W 15th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/61-w-15th-st/) | 930 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: remove existing concrete pavers and replace with new concrete pavers as per plans. Existing occupancy group: R2. Existing construction type: IIIB construction. | $725,269 | [101085579](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085579/) | | Jul 30, 2026 | [1452 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1452-s-state-st/) | 890 ft N | 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. | $3,186 | [B200480703](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480703/) | | Jul 7, 2026 | [50 E 16th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/50-e-16th-st/) | 500 ft E | Alteration or repair | Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 1000sq. FT., Excavation = no. Location: 2 floors of interior garage - critical examination. | $220,000 | [B200474913](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474913/) | | Jun 23, 2026 | [50 E 16th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/50-e-16th-st/) | 500 ft E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: ext bldg inspection - acg critical examination. | $30,500 | [B200475015](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475015/) | | Jun 23, 2026 | [1620 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1620-s-michigan-ave/) | 830 ft E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 100 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: building exterior. | $7,500 | [B200474421](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474421/) | | Jun 15, 2026 | [1556 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1556-s-michigan-ave/) | 810 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self certification. Revision to permit #101072100 to revise for added hood and ducting. No architectural changes. | $1,500 | [101083834](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083834/) | | May 11, 2026 | [1615 S Clark St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1615-s-clark-st/) | 840 ft W | Alteration or repair | Removal of existing revolving door and automatic cart door and replacment with storefront to match existing at ground floor of an existing 1-story grocery store. Existing egress door(s) to remain. Existing area of store: 74,156 sf area of work: 150 s.f. No change to existing construction class or us | $30,000 | [101081827](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081827/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 8 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 11, 2026 | [1600 S Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1600-s-indiana-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 100 FT., max. Height: 200 FT. Location: north elevation. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200510549](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510549/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [1500 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1500-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:100466738. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 1st, 2nd & 3rd. | Not listed | [B200473802](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473802/) | | Aug 5, 2026 | [1829 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1829-s-state-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBC: revision to permit 101040471 to include limited scope reduction of walls in the gathering area, change in configuration on the upper level and minor electrical changes as per plans (occupancy a-3, type IIIB construction) consultant reviewer: v3 companies of IL | $15,000 | [101084250](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084250/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [1720 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1720-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.19 mi SE | Elevator | Replacement of hoist cables on two(2) 3000lb capacity, 33-floor, 500fpm, passenger elevators(#3-#4), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(100177503) | $78,500 | [101085989](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085989/) | | Jul 16, 2026 | [1829 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1829-s-state-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 20 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: front facade masonry repairs. | $19,900 | [B200479027](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479027/) | | Jun 7, 2026 | [1836 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1836-s-wabash-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 10 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 10. Lighting outlets: 5. Specific location: 1st floor. | $5,000 | [B200473594](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473594/) | | Jun 4, 2026 | [1812 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1812-s-federal-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Other | For permit 101073774: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200472999](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472999/) | | May 27, 2026 | [1550 S Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1550-s-indiana-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 250 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: near garage. | $8,080 | [B200472198](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472198/) | ## 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 S State St with permits, nearest house number first: - [1545 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1545-s-state-st/): newest permit May 29, 2026 - [1529 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1529-s-state-st/): newest permit Feb 19, 2025 - [1526 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1526-s-state-st/): newest permit Feb 25, 2026 - [1503 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1503-s-state-st/): newest permit Feb 8, 2026 - [1501 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1501-s-state-st/): newest permit Nov 7, 2025 - [1717 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1717-s-state-st/): newest permit Nov 3, 2025 - [1718 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1718-s-state-st/): newest permit Apr 3, 2025 - [1452 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1452-s-state-st/): newest permit Jul 30, 2026 - [1401 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1401-s-state-st/): newest permit Oct 7, 2026 - [1812 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1812-s-state-st/): newest permit Apr 11, 2025 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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