# Building permits at 1844 N Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL

Seven permits on record here. The newest, Jan 8, 2025: Install new permenent non-illuminated flat cut out acrylic address numerals top rail mounted to east wall of. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 12 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 8, 2025 | Sign | Install new permenent non-illuminated flat cut out acrylic address numerals top rail mounted to east wall of building facing N ridgeway ave | $1,000 | [101063759](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101063759/) |
| May 2, 2024 | Fire systems | Fire alarm permit design, install & test a notifier nfs2-640 addressable (general alarm) fire alarm system in a 6 story residential (r2) occupancy (under 80 FT in height) per NFPA 72 | $25,000 | [B101049487](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101049487/) |
| Mar 12, 2024 | New building | Dds 2019 CBC: revision to permit 100984991 to revise unit configuration of section 504 dwelling units and relocation of select exhaust fan shafts. (Occupancy group R-2; type IIA construction) consultant reviewer:primera engineering | $24,000 | [101027370](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101027370/) |
| Jan 22, 2024 | Elevator | Installation of (2) two eg passenger elevators, 3500lbs capacity @ 150fpm, 6 stops, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $379,000 | [101042167](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101042167/) |
| Oct 18, 2023 | Elevator | Installation of one(1) 8000lb capacity, 275fpm, 7-floor, rack & pinion construction hoist, pursaunt to the scope of work plans submitted. | $92,000 | [101035810](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101035810/) |
| Sep 8, 2023 | New building | Hoist permit installation of temporary single 8000lbs rack and pinion construction hoist | $92,000 | [101027997](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101027997/) |
| Jun 1, 2023 | New building | Dds 2019 CBC: full building permit for new construction 6 story apartment building with 57 dwelling units, ground floor tenant-only amenity space, and sixth floor outdoor space. Site work, including private courtyard and play spaces. Offsite tenant-only parking lot with 46 car parking spaces under s | $26,800,000 | [100984991](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100984991/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 7 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2026 | [3650 W Armitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3650-w-armitage-ave/) | 980 ft NE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 5000 SQ. Ft.roof covering: other.location: roofs.il roofing contractor license: 104017759. | $71,730 | [B200514696](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514696/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [3612 W Cortland St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3612-w-cortland-st/) | 910 ft E | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2600 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: roof replacement. IL Roofing contractor license: 104019889. | $15,687 | [B200510997](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510997/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [1750 N Lawndale Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1750-n-lawndale-ave/) | 720 ft SE | Other | Decommissioning / removal of existing communication equipment. Decommissioning and removal of a wireless site, including complete removal of antennas, equipment, mounts and cabinets. Location: rooftop. | $7,500 | [B200480811](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480811/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [1920 N Hamlin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1920-n-hamlin-ave/) | 520 ft NW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: hallways and classrooms. | $199,000 | [B200478776](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478776/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [1817 N Lawndale Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1817-n-lawndale-ave/) | 510 ft SE | Alteration or repair | This project involves addressing code violations identified by the city of chicago and implementing minor design modifications to the main floor of the existing building. The intent is to bring the space to full compliance with applicable building codes, zoning ordinances and accessibility standards | $2,000 | [101076592](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076592/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [3650 W Armitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3650-w-armitage-ave/) | 980 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 30 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: 3650 W armitage ave suite 120. | $4,000 | [B200471336](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471336/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [1841 N Springfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1841-n-springfield-ave/) | 920 ft W | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: main entry and mdf room. | $42,000 | [B200467954](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467954/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 5 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | [2029 N Avers Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2029-n-avers-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 7.6 kw. Array output: 7.565 kw. Location: rooftop of home. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #13-0674. | $36,130 | [B200512822](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512822/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [1829 N Central Park Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1829-n-central-park-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | Repair (26% to 50%) for wood exterior stairway (quantity: 1, location: front of building). Landing: 45 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $3,000 | [B200507536](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507536/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [1918 N Central Park Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1918-n-central-park-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC interior alterations and renovations to an existing 2-story, 2-dwelling units residence with basement. | $80,000 | [101080228](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080228/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [3640 W Armitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3640-w-armitage-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: exterior rear wall. | $10,000 | [B200462897](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200462897/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [3616 W Armitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3616-w-armitage-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: mdf and main entries. | $46,000 | [B200469774](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469774/) |

## 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 N Ridgeway Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [1450 N Ridgeway Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1450-n-ridgeway-ave/): newest permit Apr 8, 2026
- [2321 N Ridgeway Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2321-n-ridgeway-ave/): newest permit Oct 24, 2024
- [1334 N Ridgeway Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1334-n-ridgeway-ave/): newest permit Feb 25, 2025
- [2433 N Ridgeway Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2433-n-ridgeway-ave/): newest permit Jun 29, 2026
- [2518 N Ridgeway Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2518-n-ridgeway-ave/): newest permit Mar 14, 2025
- [1100 N Ridgeway Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1100-n-ridgeway-ave/): newest permit Aug 27, 2025
- [1010 N Ridgeway Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1010-n-ridgeway-ave/): newest permit Aug 5, 2026
- [2739 N Ridgeway Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2739-n-ridgeway-ave/): newest permit Nov 14, 2024
- [903 N Ridgeway Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/903-n-ridgeway-ave/): newest permit Mar 24, 2026
- [2850 N Ridgeway Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2850-n-ridgeway-ave/): newest permit Sep 21, 2026

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