# Building permits at 1806 W Argyle St, Chicago, IL The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1.9M new building at 4943 N Damen Ave, permitted Aug 24. Six permits on record here. The newest, Jan 13, 2025: Low voltage/communication electrical work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 26 more permits since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 700 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Jan 13, 2025 | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Alter existing other. Specific location: unit i. | $7,002 | [B200409241](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200409241/) | | Apr 21, 2023 | Roofing | Terrace roof replacement (flat and shingle), terrace privacy fence replacement, railing and landing replacement spanning over 9 units (no structural work, no alterations) all work same as originally permitted | $403,186 | [101013484](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101013484/) | | Mar 6, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace (9) existing open wood balconies as per plan. | $4,500 | [100795437](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100795437/) | | Feb 21, 2017 | Plumbing | Hot water heater (replacement only): qty 1 | $399 | [100691813](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100691813/) | | Sep 2, 2015 | Plumbing | Hot water heater (replacement only): qty 1 | $600 | [100612369](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100612369/) | | Jul 28, 2014 | Other | Infill open mortar joints (180 linear feet), remove and replace sealant (40 liner feet) and misc. Brick replacement (10 SQ. FT.) | $18,000 | [100552565](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100552565/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 26 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 6, 2026 | [4890 N Hermitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4890-n-hermitage-ave/) | 750 ft SE | Other | For permit 100976211: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200514741](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514741/) | | Sep 23, 2026 | [4890 N Hermitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4890-n-hermitage-ave/) | 750 ft SE | Other | Reinstate permit no 100976211 must begin work and or request inspection no later than february 2027 on permit no 100976211. Separate admin change require to update contractor | Not listed | [101088888](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088888/) | | Aug 24, 2026 | [4937 N Winchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4937-n-winchester-ave/) | 750 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 chicago construction code-remove existing enclosed rear wood porch and stairs. Construct a new enclosed two story addition per plans. Construction class v-a occupancy class R-5 | $125,000 | [101083393](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083393/) | | Aug 20, 2026 | [1900 W Ainslie St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1900-w-ainslie-st/) | 750 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC existing 3 story 15 unit bldg wih plumbing improvements per violations as per plans | $55,000 | [101083309](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083309/) | | Jul 18, 2026 | [1720 W Winnemac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1720-w-winnemac-ave/) | 920 ft E | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 9'-4' ' (length). Location: back yard. | $1,393 | [B200479177](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479177/) | | Jul 9, 2026 | [1900 W Ainslie St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1900-w-ainslie-st/) | 750 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 8000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: front, rear and side. | $7,500 | [B200477280](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477280/) | | Jul 4, 2026 | [4890 N Hermitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4890-n-hermitage-ave/) | 750 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 155'-0' ' (length). Location: our property and 4896 N hermitage-separate permit. | $14,240 | [B200476103](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476103/) | | Jun 3, 2026 | [1755 W Winnemac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1755-w-winnemac-ave/) | 550 ft NE | Other | Reinstate permit no 101054643 must begin work and or request inspection no later than october 2026 on permit no 101054643 | Not listed | [101084292](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084292/) | | May 31, 2026 | [4896 N Hermitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4896-n-hermitage-ave/) | 720 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 101'-0' ' (length). Location: side yard. | $6,000 | [B200471850](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471850/) | | May 28, 2026 | [5073 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5073-n-wolcott-ave/) | 800 ft N | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBC: interior renovation of an existing 4 story masonry building (occupancy group R-2, construction type iiib) | $100,000 | [101082561](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082561/) | | May 21, 2026 | [4853 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4853-n-wolcott-ave/) | 850 ft S | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 14000 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: roof surface. IL Roofing contractor license: 104.01409. | $172,800 | [B200471638](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471638/) | | May 19, 2026 | [4890 N Hermitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4890-n-hermitage-ave/) | 750 ft SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 30 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 30. Lighting outlets: 30. Specific location: garage and ADU. Above. | $3,000 | [B200470105](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470105/) | | May 7, 2026 | [5001 N Hermitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5001-n-hermitage-ave/) | 700 ft E | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: initial interior renovations to an existing two story plus basement single family residence. No change to bulk or density. Occupancy: R-5, construction type iii-b. | $150,000 | [101082624](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082624/) | | May 6, 2026 | [5017 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5017-n-wolcott-ave/) | 320 ft NW | Elevator | Replacement of controller ("like for like") to meet 2017 chicago mandate on ewgt passenger elevator, 1000lbs capacity @ 75fpm, 4 floors, subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection (ev007682). | $98,420 | [101083164](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083164/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 12 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 7, 2026 | [1730 W Winona St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1730-w-winona-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 40 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 6. Lighting outlets: 6. Specific location: rear of the home. | $5,200 | [B200515036](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200515036/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [4901 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4901-n-damen-ave/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 50 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: west and south elevations. | $30,000 | [B200511907](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511907/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [4913 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4913-n-damen-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 2100lb capacity, 4-floor, 150fpm, passenger elevator, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $115,000 | [101088583](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088583/) | | Aug 25, 2026 | [1663 W Carmen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1663-w-carmen-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 5'-11' ' (height) x 50'-0' ' (length). Location: backyard fence replacement. | $5,000 | [B200508852](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508852/) | | Aug 24, 2026 | [4943 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4943-n-damen-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | New building | Spr 2019 CBC: full permit for a 5-story mixed use building with 16 dwelling units, 2 retail spaces, occupiable public rooftop deck, 20 bicycle spaces and 16 car attached garage (occupancy group B, R2, s2; type iii-a construction) | $1,900,000 | [101079067](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079067/) | | Jul 23, 2026 | [4907 N Paulina St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4907-n-paulina-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Solar | Spr 2019 CBC: installation of 10.0 kwac/14.96 kwdc grid-tied, ballasted PV system on flat roof of existing 4-story apartment building | $60,480 | [101083327](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083327/) | | Jul 14, 2026 | [5007 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5007-n-damen-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Replacement of existing 3-story rear enclosed wood porch. No change in size/location/configuration. (Occupancy group R-5; type IIIA construction) | $30,000 | [101085806](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085806/) | | Jul 14, 2026 | [5132 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5132-n-wolcott-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBC: interior demolition (non-structural) permit for a 2-story + basement, 2 dwelling unit apartment building (occupancy groups R-5, type IIIB construction). | $6,500 | [101083272](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083272/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [4856 N Winchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4856-n-winchester-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Other | Reinstate permit no 101048891 must begin work and or request inspection no later than january 2027 on permit no 101048891 | Not listed | [101085518](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085518/) | | Jun 25, 2026 | [4870 N Paulina St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4870-n-paulina-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $33,500 | [B200475027](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475027/) | | Jun 15, 2026 | [4949 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4949-n-damen-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | Other | For permit 101076723: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200472970](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472970/) | | Jun 2, 2026 | [4913 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4913-n-damen-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: interior of all units. | $9,000 | [B200472972](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472972/) | ## 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 Argyle St with permits, nearest house number first: - [1446 W Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1446-w-argyle-st/): newest permit Jun 9, 2025 - [1408 W Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1408-w-argyle-st/): newest permit Sep 11, 2026 - [1345 W Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1345-w-argyle-st/): newest permit Jun 15, 2026 - [1318 W Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1318-w-argyle-st/): newest permit Jul 10, 2026 - [1226 W Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1226-w-argyle-st/): newest permit Dec 12, 2024 - [1134 W Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1134-w-argyle-st/): newest permit Oct 16, 2024 - [1132 W Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1132-w-argyle-st/): newest permit Jul 3, 2026 - [1129 W Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1129-w-argyle-st/): newest permit Sep 11, 2025 - [1124 W Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1124-w-argyle-st/): newest permit Apr 16, 2026 - [1113 W Argyle St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1113-w-argyle-st/): newest permit Jan 15, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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