# Building permits at 1821 S Springfield Ave, Chicago, IL The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $400,000 new building at 1645 S Ridgeway Ave, permitted Jun 4. Six permits on record here. The newest, May 6: Replacement plumbing contractor. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 15 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.20 mi away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | May 6, 2026 | Other | For permit 101075843: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200469465](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469465/) | | Apr 21, 2026 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 400 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement and exterior. | $100 | [B200461981](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200461981/) | | Dec 31, 2025 | Alteration or repair | 2019 CBRC: Renovation to an existing 2 story 3 dwelling unit buildinginterior alterations and installation of new interior finishesupgrades to mechanical electrical and plumbing systems(occupancy group r5; type IIIA construction | $150,000 | [101075843](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101075843/) | | Jun 25, 2015 | Electrical | Emergency service repair: 200 amps/240v, 4 gang meter socket. | Not listed | [B100601928](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100601928/) | | Apr 25, 2012 | Electrical | Violation to be corrected: stair light violation | Not listed | [B100438055](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100438055/) | | Dec 4, 2007 | Alteration or repair | Two story rear porch replacement | $12,000 | [100212490](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100212490/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 15 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 6 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 23, 2026 | [1917 S Pulaski Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1917-s-pulaski-rd/) | 980 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert: alteration level 3 - interior alterations to existing single family residence per plans. Remove rear deck and construct 1-story open frame deck w/ stairs and repair front stairs/porch per plans. New 200 amp electric service whole house per plans. Existing use: single family residence, pro | $250,000 | [101086136](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086136/) | | Jul 24, 2026 | [3821 W 18th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3821-w-18th-st/) | 410 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: gut-rehab + interior alterations to existing 3-story tier of (6) d.u. In 3-story (14) d.u. Existing masonry building. All new HVAC, electrical & plumbing. (Rt-4 / R2 multi-unit residential apartments) + 1 new ADU (convert from 14 to 15) as per plans certified corrections subject to fi | $175,000 | [101079809](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079809/) | | Jun 24, 2026 | [1841 S Avers Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1841-s-avers-ave/) | 400 ft SE | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 6 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 2nd floor. | $500 | [B200476155](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476155/) | | May 15, 2026 | [3737 W 18th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3737-w-18th-st/) | 890 ft E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: revision to permit 101054100. Addition of new rtu and ductwork to supply existing fellowship hall. Roof top equipment and roof openings relocated to allow for new additional rtu. No change in use from pervious permit. No change in footprint or volume from pervious permit. | $35,000 | [101081045](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081045/) | | May 12, 2026 | [1629 S Hamlin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1629-s-hamlin-ave/) | 870 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace front porch w/front deck/stairs, remove rear 2 story enclosed porch and replace with 2 story deck/stairs, and 2 space parking pad serving an existing 2 story/2 unit residence w/basement, per plans. Variation #122-26-z to reduce the required front setback approved 04.17.2026. | $125,000 | [101073730](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073730/) | | May 5, 2026 | [1829 S Avers Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1829-s-avers-ave/) | 350 ft E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 95 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 3, MAX. Length 6. Location: 3rd floor exterior west. | $9,500 | [B200467179](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467179/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 9 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 30, 2026 | [4026 W Cullerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4026-w-cullerton-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 320 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: walls on each side of the building (east and west). | $7,000 | [B200511750](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511750/) | | Sep 25, 2026 | [4015 W Cullerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4015-w-cullerton-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1048 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: roofing. IL Roofing contractor license: 104.02068. | $13,300 | [B200508998](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508998/) | | Sep 2, 2026 | [1526 S Springfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1526-s-springfield-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | Other | Reinstate permit no 100859717 must begin work and or request inspection no later than march 2027 on permit no 100859717. Separate admin change require to update contractor | Not listed | [101088031](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088031/) | | Aug 31, 2026 | [1921 S Hamlin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1921-s-hamlin-ave/) | 0.19 mi SE | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 3 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1st floor bathroom. | $25,000 | [B200509054](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509054/) | | Aug 3, 2026 | [1616 S Pulaski Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1616-s-pulaski-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wrought iron fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 43'-0' ' (length). Location: vacant lot enclosure. | $3,771 | [B200480890](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480890/) | | Jul 30, 2026 | [1614 S Pulaski Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1614-s-pulaski-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wrought iron fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 165'-0' ' (length). Location: vacant lot enclosure. | $11,822 | [B200480887](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480887/) | | Jun 16, 2026 | [1949 S Springfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1949-s-springfield-ave/) | 0.19 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 400 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basment. | $10,000 | [B200474558](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474558/) | | Jun 4, 2026 | [1645 S Ridgeway Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1645-s-ridgeway-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | New building | Proposed 2 story SFR w/basement, 5' front iron/6' side wood fences, rear 1st floor porch, south side patio, and 3 car garage w/roof deck, per plans. | $400,000 | [101082068](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082068/) | | May 27, 2026 | [1955 S Avers Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1955-s-avers-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: south and west elevation as stated on violations. | $8,000 | [B200472031](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472031/) | ## 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 Springfield Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [1825 S Springfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1825-s-springfield-ave/): newest permit Dec 30, 2025 - [1859 S Springfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1859-s-springfield-ave/): newest permit Mar 12, 2026 - [1949 S Springfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1949-s-springfield-ave/): newest permit Jun 16, 2026 - [1626 S Springfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1626-s-springfield-ave/): newest permit Oct 29, 2025 - [1624 S Springfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1624-s-springfield-ave/): newest permit Oct 29, 2025 - [1530 S Springfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1530-s-springfield-ave/): newest permit Nov 5, 2025 - [1526 S Springfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1526-s-springfield-ave/): newest permit Sep 2, 2026 - [1501 S Springfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1501-s-springfield-ave/): newest permit Mar 12, 2026 - [1457 S Springfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1457-s-springfield-ave/): newest permit Jan 9, 2026 - [1453 S Springfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1453-s-springfield-ave/): newest permit May 15, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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