# Building permits at 161 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $151M alteration or repair at 400 S La Salle St, permitted Sep 16.

26 permits on record here. The newest, Aug 12: Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 70sq. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 66 more permits (62 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 920 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 70sq. FT., Excavation = yes. Location: exteior wall. | $95,965 | [B200480476](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480476/) |
| Apr 3, 2026 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: unit 701 bathroom. | $2,000 | [B200463869](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200463869/) |
| Feb 4, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC replacement of windows on a 12 story mixed use condo building as per plans. (Occupancy A-2 classification) (type IA construction) | $3,200,000 | [101064060](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101064060/) |
| Jun 8, 2022 | Elevator | Replacement of hoist cables on two(2) 2000lb capacity, 13-fllor, 350fpm, passenger elevators(#1 & #2), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev015010) | $8,000 | [100975233](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100975233/) |
| Aug 15, 2019 | Alteration or repair | All elevation, repair/replace window perimeter caulk units 1201 & 701, tuckpointing 200 sqft, repair/replace caulk 4 cracked coping tiles, only | $38,800 | [100835973](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100835973/) |
| Aug 12, 2019 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect two scaffolds from 08/14/2019 to 08/14/2020. | Not listed | [100835391](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100835391/) |
| Apr 22, 2019 | Electrical | Kitchen remodel - new cabinets, counter,appliances,and plumbing fixtures.electrical permit#100812737 plumbing work will be done in unit 507 only...work subject to field inspection | $31,514 | [100815708](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100815708/) |
| Apr 4, 2019 | Electrical | Unit #507 | $31,514 | [B100812737](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100812737/) |
| May 23, 2018 | Elevator | 2017 Fire service upgrade mandate on three (3) geared traction 13-floor passenger elevators; elevators #1 & #2 2000lb.cap, #3 3000lb.cap.per section 18-30-320 of the city of chicago code. Pursuant to the scope of work submitted. EV015010 | $44,482 | [100763591](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100763591/) |
| May 8, 2018 | Other | All elevations 11th and 12th floors only, tuck-point and caulking 2000 SQ. FT., Only; subject to field inspections | $23,200 | [100760507](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100760507/) |
| May 4, 2018 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect two scaffolds from 05/07/2018 to 11/01/2018. | Not listed | [100760388](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100760388/) |
| Jan 12, 2018 | Electrical | Work in unit #607: cabinets. Countertops. Replace plumbing in same location. New pantry cabinets recessed into closet wall. Electrical permit # 100741663; subject to field inspections | $11,080 | [100743179](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100743179/) |
| Jan 3, 2018 | Electrical | Kitchen remodel. Take out all cabinets, counters and appliances and install new in same locations. | $11,080 | [B100741663](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100741663/) |
| Sep 29, 2017 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect (1) scaffold from 9-29-17 to 9-29-18 | Not listed | [100728565](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100728565/) |
| Sep 12, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Sirius xm proposed modification including swapping cabinet,omni antenna and addition of dish per plans. Chi102g | $50,000 | [100715632](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100715632/) |
| May 19, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Recover existing roof. | $14,365 | [100541344](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100541344/) |
| Apr 18, 2013 | Electrical | Harrison & wells dc connection to new upgrade system module. | $1,000 | [B100486541](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100486541/) |
| Mar 31, 2011 | Electrical | Installing microcell antennas | $10,000 | [B100387256](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100387256/) |
| Mar 10, 2009 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect two skyclimber swing stage scaffolds from 03/10/2009 - 03/10/2010,no other repairs on this permit. | Not listed | [100281067](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100281067/) |
| Mar 7, 2008 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 3 skyclimbers - swing stage for facade repairs. From 3/10/08 to 3/10/09. | Not listed | [100226887](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100226887/) |
| Sep 27, 2007 | Alteration or repair | Repair and restoration of exterior masonry walls as per plans | $280,000 | [100190254](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100190254/) |
| Jun 15, 2007 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and caulking only, no brick repair/replacement, all elevations. Ok'd by DOB via email. | $50,000 | [100184380](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100184380/) |
| Jun 11, 2007 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect three scaffolds skyclimber/swingstage from 6/11/07 to 6/10/08. | Not listed | [100183288](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100183288/) |
| Mar 30, 2007 | Alteration or repair | Emergency repairs to exterior wall and replace bricks as needed. | $4,615 | [100170557](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100170557/) |
| Feb 26, 2007 | Electrical | Bathroom repairs: remove / replace drywall, new plumbing fixtures. Electrical repairs to include:new lighting fixtures, outlets. | $15,000 | [100156458](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100156458/) |
| May 15, 2006 | Electrical | Installation of pelco spectra III camera on traffic light pole at 19' above ground level, we will also be mounting a network box at 11' above ground level. We will be attaching the camera to the network box via low voltage cableing routed inside the traffic light pole. We will be powering the networ | $27,000 | [B100112632](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100112632/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 50 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [800 S Clark St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/800-s-clark-st/) | 980 ft SE | Other | For permit 101079923: additional plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200514787](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514787/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [411 S Wells St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/411-s-wells-st/) | 820 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Install permanent-required by code 60 kw other generator. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: generator room. | $254,300 | [B200514546](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514546/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [335 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/335-s-la-salle-st/) | 990 ft N | Elevator | Decommission of one(1) 3000lb capacity, 4-floor, passenger elevator(1/c); one(1) 3000lb capacity, 3-floor, passenger elevator(2/s); two(2) 3000lb capacity, 2-floor, passenger elevators(3/n,4/n), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev016424) | Not listed | [101089344](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101089344/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [335 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/335-s-la-salle-st/) | 990 ft N | Elevator | Decommission of eight(8) passenger escalators(1,2,3e,4e,5e,6e,7,& 8), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev016242) | Not listed | [101089343](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101089343/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [732 S Financial Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/732-s-financial-pl/) | 610 ft S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2900 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 8, MAX. Length 6. Location: exterior facade. | $100,000 | [B200512830](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512830/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [700 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/700-s-federal-st/) | 920 ft SE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 12500 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: roof top. IL Roofing contractor license: 104003433. | $806,000 | [B200511773](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511773/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [440 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/440-s-la-salle-st/) | 600 ft NE | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 40 FT., max. Height: 400 FT. Location: north and south. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200512931](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512931/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [732 S Financial Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/732-s-financial-pl/) | 610 ft S | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 2, max. Length: 40 FT., max. Height: 90 FT. Location: exterior facade. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200512568](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512568/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [427 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/427-s-la-salle-st/) | 740 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: 2nd floor. | $16,000 | [B200511966](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511966/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [440 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/440-s-la-salle-st/) | 600 ft NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101081528. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: yes. Monitoring type: none (exempt). Specific location: 14th 30th floor. | Not listed | [B200511038](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511038/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [440 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/440-s-la-salle-st/) | 600 ft NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101081528. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: yes. Monitoring type: none (exempt). Specific location: 30th floor. | Not listed | [B200507128](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507128/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [440 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/440-s-la-salle-st/) | 600 ft NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101084564. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 2 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: floors 14 and 30. | Not listed | [B200507276](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507276/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [400 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-s-la-salle-st/) | 920 ft N | Alteration or repair | Phase 3 of 3: interior alterations to existing 7-story office building to convert to a data center. Work to include new equipment with associated MEP upgrades. Phase 1 demolition only work permitted under 101083036. Phase 2 infrastructure work permitted under 101081181. IA Construction; b-business.  | $151,112,046 | [101084518](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084518/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [412 S Wells St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/412-s-wells-st/) | 830 ft N | Alteration or repair | 2019 CBRC: Minor interior alterations to combine existing restaurant space in 404 S. Wells st to restaurant space in 412 S. Wells st. Work to include demo of existing wall for installation of new door to adjoin spaces. (Existing/proposed occupancy: a-2;existing/proposed construction type: i-b) (no p | $15,000 | [101068594](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101068594/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [440 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/440-s-la-salle-st/) | 600 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: 14th and 30th floor. | $18,290 | [B200511024](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511024/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [717 S Wells St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/717-s-wells-st/) | 540 ft S | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: 6th flr. | $6,749 | [B200510250](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510250/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [536 S Clark St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/536-s-clark-st/) | 580 ft E | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install other. Specific location: 8th floor. | $45,414 | [B200510063](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510063/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [600 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/600-s-federal-st/) | 820 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: remove and replace existing security turnstiles on ground floor at both the north main entrance and south rear entrance corridor. Install new security -circlelock- turnstile and hollow metal egress door at north entrance. Install new pairs of hollow metal swing doors at the sout | $299,280 | [101086734](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086734/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [426 S Clark St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/426-s-clark-st/) | 880 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior stair repairs per building violations dated 3-16-2026. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), interior stair. | $500 | [B200478671](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478671/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [440 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/440-s-la-salle-st/) | 600 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations in existing office building on the 29th floor, office suite 2950. New partitions, doors, ceilings, lighting, millwork, and finishes. Associated electrical, mechanical and plumbing work as per plans. (Occupancy group B; type 1a construction) | $500,000 | [101085782](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085782/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [651 S Wells St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/651-s-wells-st/) | 360 ft SW | Elevator | Replace hoist ropes on (2) two ewgt passenger elevators north & south cars, 2100lbs capacity, 9 floors (8 floors-north car), subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection (ev009524). | Not listed | [101087428](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087428/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [542 S Dearborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/542-s-dearborn-st/) | 950 ft E | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: interior removal of non-load bearing partitions on levels 4-14 of an existing 14-story office building as per plans interior tenant buildout to be permitted at a later date.(occupancy group: B / type 1a construction) consultant reviewer: globetrotters engineering | $250,000 | [101085773](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085773/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [400 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-s-la-salle-st/) | 920 ft N | Elevator | Modernization of (1) one ewgt freight elevator; 10,000lbs capacity @ 100fpm, 8 floors, pursuant to scope of work submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection (ev003721). | $1,419,751 | [101087166](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087166/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [640 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/640-s-federal-st/) | 840 ft E | Alteration or repair | Nonstructural interior replacment of electrical, plumbing and finishes, install of washer anfd dryer (no floor alterations). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 702. | $750 | [B200478164](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478164/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [425 S Financial Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/425-s-financial-pl/) | 680 ft N | Elevator | Replacement of hoist cables on one(1) 3500lb capacity, 39-floor, passenger elevator(h6), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(#145038) | $4,200 | [101086621](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086621/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [440 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/440-s-la-salle-st/) | 600 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 8. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: 28th floor dv trader cafe. | $25,000 | [B200477909](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477909/) |
| Jul 19, 2026 | [800 S Clark St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/800-s-clark-st/) | 980 ft SE | Other | For permit 101079923: replacement general contractor. Additional electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200475968](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475968/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [601 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/601-s-la-salle-st/) | 340 ft E | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: non-structural interior demolition within an existing seven-story heavy timber type IV building with basement. No change of use and the building will remain fully sprinklered. (Occupancy R-2; contruction type iv) consultant reviewer: v3 companies of IL | $150,000 | [101083623](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083623/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [400 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-s-la-salle-st/) | 920 ft N | Elevator | Installation of one(1) 7000lb capacity, 8-floor, 300fpm, tornborg personnel/construction hoist, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $150,000 | [101085995](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085995/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [400 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-s-la-salle-st/) | 920 ft N | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 6, max. Length: 231 FT., max. Height: 122 FT. Location: eat and west elevation. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200478464](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478464/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [400 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-s-la-salle-st/) | 920 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 80 circuits to existing 1000 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 63. Lighting outlets: 35. Specific location: temp power for 7 floor renovation. | $300,000 | [B200475301](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475301/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [400 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-s-la-salle-st/) | 920 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 4. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: ground floor exterior under the existing breezeway. | $120,000 | [B200476121](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476121/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [400 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-s-la-salle-st/) | 920 ft N | New building | Temporary construction hoist permit for tornburgs fc7000 single car tower with 7,000 lbs. Car capacity, as per plans. | $60,000 | [101082470](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082470/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [400 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-s-la-salle-st/) | 920 ft N | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: phase 2 of 3: infrastructure upgrades. Convert 7 story office building to a data center. Reinforcement of existing floors. Architectural plans provided for reference. Electrical work limited to electrical distribution from comed vault to upper floors. Mechanical, plumbing and fire pro | $51,100,000 | [101081181](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081181/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [400 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-s-la-salle-st/) | 920 ft N | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: phase 1 of 3: demolition of non load bearing partitions on basement, 1st through 7th floors of existing office building as per plans. To also include demolition work on the mechanical penthouse. 1A construction. B-business consultant reviewer: v3 companies | $3,950,000 | [101083036](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083036/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [400 S Wells St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-s-wells-st/) | 920 ft N | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: revision to permit 101053262 to remove door from sales floor to exterior, adjust toilet room wall construction and keep the storefront structure on existing terrace instead of removing in an existing 2-story adult use cannabis dispensary building (occupancy B, m, s-1 and type iii-b con | $1,200,000 | [101081613](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081613/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [720 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/720-s-federal-st/) | 960 ft SE | Other | Permit expires on 08/25/2026 erection starts: 9/9/2026, erection ends: 9/13/2026. Near south planning board lite festcanopy- reinstate 101057850 2 day event (9/12-13/2025)erect one (1) 30x33 (9mx10m) structure, and one (1) 30x66 (9mx20m) structure tent.erect 9/9/2026- remove 9/13/2026assembly | $9,000 | [101085186](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085186/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [427 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/427-s-la-salle-st/) | 740 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: revision to permit 101070387 to update re-feed input panels 2a &2b.(occupancy group: B / type 1a construction) consultant reviewer: v3 companies of IL | $1,000 | [101081633](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081633/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [717 S Wells St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/717-s-wells-st/) | 540 ft S | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBC: interior alterations to existing 6th floor data center (includes replacement of 5 existing ahus with 6 new crah units, new air cooled chillers on the roof, roof modification to accomodate new units & new guard rail and grating surrounding the units) (occupany group B & s-1. Type IA con | $3,000,000 | [101079611](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079611/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [440 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/440-s-la-salle-st/) | 600 ft NE | Other | For permit 101081528: replacement electrical contractor. Replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200473915](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473915/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [600 S Dearborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/600-s-dearborn-st/) | 940 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 125 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: unit# 805: closet area. | $2,480 | [B200472451](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472451/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [440 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/440-s-la-salle-st/) | 600 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Self-crt 2019 CBRC; tenant buildout of 767 SQ FT on the 14th floor including electrical and mechanical. (Occupancy group B, type IA construction) revision to original permit 101081528 | $80,000 | [101084564](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084564/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [235 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/235-w-van-buren-st/) | 1,000 ft NW | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 30 FT., max. Height: 500 FT. Location: all eleavations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200473520](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473520/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [235 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/235-w-van-buren-st/) | 1,000 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 50sq. FT., Excavation =. Location: north east and west elevations. | $66,290 | [B200473516](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473516/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [235 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/235-w-van-buren-st/) | 1,000 ft NW | Elevator | Hoist cable replacement on one(1) 3000lb capacity, 33-floor, 750fpm, passenger elevator(#3), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(100248986) | Not listed | [101083995](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083995/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [440 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/440-s-la-salle-st/) | 600 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: 28th floor. | $6,000 | [B200471047](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471047/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [440 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/440-s-la-salle-st/) | 600 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: 14th & 30th floor. | $40,000 | [B200471039](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471039/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [527 S Wells St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/527-s-wells-st/) | 320 ft NW | Demolition | Complex demolition: wreck and remove a rooftop water tower only (previously demolished without a permit) | $1,001 | [B101083276](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101083276/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [427 S La Salle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/427-s-la-salle-st/) | 740 ft NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101070387. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 2nd floor. | Not listed | [B200463067](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200463067/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [600 S Dearborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/600-s-dearborn-st/) | 940 ft E | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 60 FT., max. Height: 220 FT. Location: west elevation. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200468788](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468788/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 16 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | [71 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/71-w-van-buren-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1200 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: rooftop. IL Roofing contractor license: 104016915. | $570,000 | [B200511291](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511291/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [531 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/531-s-plymouth-ct/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1250 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: south elevation. | $17,850 | [B200509514](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509514/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [621 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/621-s-plymouth-ct/) | 0.22 mi E | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 11800 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: roofing. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000096. | $372,111 | [B200509219](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509219/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [633 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/633-s-plymouth-ct/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 20 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: unit 1004. | $2,500 | [B200476405](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476405/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [621 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/621-s-plymouth-ct/) | 0.22 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 make up air unit(aaon, rn-025-3-0-gaby-v0-21-000-a, rooftop). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, exterior work, roof only. | $205,000 | [B200481356](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481356/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [47 W Polk St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/47-w-polk-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: alteration of 265 square feet of interior professional services space on the first floor of an existing 3 story building. Occupancy group B; type IIIA construction. | $160,000 | [101084423](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084423/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [780 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/780-s-federal-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 19100 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: south & west exterior facade. | $400,000 | [B200475500](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475500/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [633 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/633-s-plymouth-ct/) | 0.23 mi E | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 100 FT., max. Height: 170 FT. Location: all exterior facade elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200475910](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475910/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [780 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/780-s-federal-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 3, max. Length: 40 FT., max. Height: 160 FT. Location: south & west exterior facade. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200473931](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473931/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [740 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/740-s-federal-st/) | 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. Specific location: unit 710. | $2,050 | [B200470989](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470989/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [850 S Clark St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-s-clark-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 140 FT., max. Height: 110 FT. Location: south elevation. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200470642](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470642/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [711 S Dearborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/711-s-dearborn-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: elevator pit and elevator machine room. | $2,000 | [B200469435](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469435/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [780 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/780-s-federal-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 11 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: apartment 1007. | $14,259 | [B200467700](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467700/) |
| May 9, 2026 | [740 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/740-s-federal-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 1 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Includes repair or replacement of plumbing risers in existing chases. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 710. | $6,900 | [B200467317](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467317/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [326 S Wells St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/326-s-wells-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 55sq. FT., Excavation =. Location: parking garage. | $44,790 | [B200468791](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468791/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [633 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/633-s-plymouth-ct/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior shower remodeling within an existing bathroom (interior work only). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, unit 502, bathroom shower. | $10,000 | [B200464017](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200464017/) |

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## More on this street

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

- [221 W Harrison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/221-w-harrison-st/): newest permit Mar 24, 2025
- [404 W Harrison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/404-w-harrison-st/): newest permit Jun 9, 2025
- [518 W Harrison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/518-w-harrison-st/): newest permit May 28, 2025
- [550 W Harrison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-harrison-st/): newest permit Apr 16, 2026
- [555 W Harrison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/555-w-harrison-st/): newest permit Mar 30, 2026
- [707 W Harrison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/707-w-harrison-st/): newest permit Aug 31, 2026
- [1240 W Harrison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1240-w-harrison-st/): newest permit Dec 1, 2025
- [1453 W Harrison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1453-w-harrison-st/): newest permit Sep 28, 2026
- [1520 W Harrison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1520-w-harrison-st/): newest permit Aug 3, 2026
- [1611 W Harrison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1611-w-harrison-st/): newest permit Jun 5, 2025

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