# Building permits at 1901 W Division St, Chicago, IL

1945 W Potomac Ave: demolition permitted May 13, a new building Jul 7.

Eight permits on record here. The newest, Oct 2: Structural replacement of the western section of the southern main building cmu wall in-kind. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 42 more permits since May 1. Four are for new buildings, the nearest 780 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: structural replacement of the western section of the southern main building cmu wall in-kind. Replace 4th floor balcony. No interior modifications to room use or layout. (Construction classification iii-b, occupancy R-2, 6 du) | $35,000 | [101078983](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078983/) |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: structural work only for foundation underpinning only to an existing 5-story building as per plans. (Occupancy classification: R-2 / construction type: iiib) | $65,000 | [101065369](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101065369/) |
| Apr 23, 2025 | Elevator | Modernization of one(1) 2100lb capacity, 4-floor, 125fpm, hydraulic, passenger elevator, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(a/p# 149160) | $61,396 | [101068240](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101068240/) |
| Jul 21, 2020 | Fence, wall or deck | Fences: 5ft 9in x 6ft 0in: qty 1 | $1,500 | [100883279](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100883279/) |
| Aug 5, 2013 | Plumbing | Hot water heater (replacement only): qty 1 | $600 | [100502846](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100502846/) |
| Nov 19, 2008 | Electrical | New electrical service gas line cathodic protection system | Not listed | [B100154199](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100154199/) |
| Jan 10, 2006 | Sign | Awning will be placed over window and door awning will face north 386364 | Not listed | [100088702](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100088702/) |
| Jan 10, 2006 | Sign | Awning will be placed over window mitered corner awning graphics face east no lites 386363 | Not listed | [100088700](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100088700/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 2026 | [1920 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1920-w-division-st/) | 230 ft W | Other | For permit 101079758: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200477717](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477717/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [1846 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1846-w-division-st/) | 180 ft NE | Other | For permit 101077488: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200477701](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477701/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 29 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [1242 N Marion Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1242-n-marion-ct/) | 560 ft NE | Fence, wall or deck | Repair (26% to 50%) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $11,000 | [B200512026](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512026/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [1741 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1741-w-division-st/) | 930 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 100 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: garage. | $1,500 | [B200513192](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513192/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [1944 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1944-w-thomas-st/) | 750 ft SW | Roofing | Scope: roof repair. Area: 1000 SQ. FT. Includes repair/replace occupiable roof. Roof covering: other. Location: rubber roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104007722. | $15,000 | [B200512013](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512013/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [1757 W Crystal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1757-w-crystal-st/) | 760 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 300 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: all elevations. | $27,000 | [B200511931](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511931/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1819 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1819-w-division-st/) | 470 ft E | Sign | Non-illum wall sign reads ann sather restaurant | $1,800 | [101085874](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085874/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1819 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1819-w-division-st/) | 470 ft E | Sign | Illum double-face blade sign with donut logo on north elevation | $1,000 | [101085746](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085746/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1819 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1819-w-division-st/) | 470 ft E | Sign | Non-illum double faced banner reads logo ann sather restaurant & catering north elevation banner to the right when facing building | $3,000 | [101085745](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085745/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1819 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1819-w-division-st/) | 470 ft E | Sign | Non-illum double faced banner reads logo ann sather restaurant & catering north elevation banner on the left when facing building | $3,000 | [101085744](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085744/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [1937 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1937-w-division-st/) | 380 ft W | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of existing drywall and existing furnace (no floor plan alterations). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 3a only | $100 | [B200480083](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480083/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [1738 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1738-w-division-st/) | 900 ft E | Sign | Installation of sign | $1,000 | [101081651](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081651/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [1259 N Wood St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1259-n-wood-st/) | 980 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 160 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 450 SQ. FT. Location: south elev. Flash, rebuild parap wall reset coping. | $69,250 | [B200506858](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506858/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [1046 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1046-n-wolcott-ave/) | 780 ft S | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC - new rear deck with access stair to existing detached 2 car garage with roof deck and new second story balcony for an existing 2-sty. Single family residence w/ basement (type 3a construction type, r5 occupancy) | $50,000 | [101080953](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080953/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [2016 W Haddon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2016-w-haddon-ave/) | 880 ft W | Alteration or repair | Replacement of existing 2-story rear enclosed to open wood porch. No change in size/location/configuration. (Occupancy group R-5; type IIIA construction) | $26,200 | [101083115](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083115/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [1937 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1937-w-division-st/) | 380 ft W | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 4 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 3a. | $100 | [B200479522](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479522/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [1051 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1051-n-wolcott-ave/) | 740 ft S | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 1; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 0. Affects: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), location: hall/stairwell window. | $3,005 | [B200478350](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478350/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [1937 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1937-w-division-st/) | 380 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 20. Lighting outlets: 10. Specific location: floor. | $100 | [B200479734](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479734/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [1237 N Honore St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1237-n-honore-st/) | 660 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior alteration to include renovation of 3rd floor condominum unit. Existing layout will be revised from a two bedroom / two bathroom to a four bedroom / three bathroom. Mechanical, plumbing and electrical distribution will be adjusted to accommodate new layout. No new equipment w | $100,000 | [101085566](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085566/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [1263 N Marion Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1263-n-marion-ct/) | 780 ft NE | New building | Sc 2019 CBC. Erect a two-story type VA frame single-family residence with a basement, a roof-top deck with an access stair and a pergola. A new at grade enclosed walkway to the new 2 car garage with a new 22 foot driveway, roof deck, access stair and pergola. Raised open deck and new 6 foot high pri | $720,000 | [101078625](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078625/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [1945 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1945-w-potomac-ave/) | 800 ft NW | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: full building permit for 3 story 2 d.u. Building with basement, rear terrace with stair at 1st/2nd story, rear stair to 3rd story, rooftop deck, pergola, rooftop stair enclosure, detached 2 car garage with rooftop deck as per plan (occupancy group R-5, type VA construction). | $567,468 | [101083317](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083317/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [1732 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1732-w-division-st/) | 960 ft E | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 1 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, basement.. | $19,024 | [B200476464](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476464/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [1808 W Haddon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1808-w-haddon-ave/) | 620 ft SE | Roofing | Scope: roof recover. Area: 1500 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: flat roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104003460. | $16,000 | [B200476075](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476075/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [1049 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1049-n-wolcott-ave/) | 760 ft S | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 0; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 6. Affects: 6 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, location: rear doors for apartments. | $1,500 | [B200473937](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473937/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [1213 N Marion Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1213-n-marion-ct/) | 390 ft NE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1500 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: reroofing. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018619. | $28,000 | [B200475538](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475538/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [1039 N Winchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1039-n-winchester-ave/) | 900 ft S | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1955 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: apartment 3 - flat rooftop. IL Roofing contractor license: 104020496. | $51,615 | [B200474984](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474984/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [1239 N Wood St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1239-n-wood-st/) | 860 ft NE | Other | For permit 101069829: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200472751](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472751/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [1133 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1133-n-damen-ave/) | 660 ft SW | Other | For permit 100770526: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200471437](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471437/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [1133 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1133-n-damen-ave/) | 660 ft SW | Other | Final reinstatement on permit no 100770526 must begin work and or request inspection no later than october 2026 if inspections are not request permit will close permanently. Separate admin change require to update gencon | Not listed | [101083529](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083529/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [1945 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1945-w-potomac-ave/) | 800 ft NW | Demolition | Complex demolition: wreck and remove a 2 story masonry residence and a detached masonry garage | $20,000 | [B101078805](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101078805/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [2000 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2000-w-division-st/) | 680 ft W | Roofing | Scope: roof recover. Area: 3700 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: on the roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104008589. | $42,332 | [B200469388](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469388/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 11 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [1707 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1707-w-division-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Sign | 1707 W. Division st. Chicago IL 60622leona's lightbox | $4,600 | [101086718](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086718/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [1079 N Hermitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1079-n-hermitage-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 650 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: all elevations. | $8,500 | [B200513154](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513154/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [1945 W Evergreen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1945-w-evergreen-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1500 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: main roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104015203. | $14,640 | [B200509603](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509603/) |
| Sep 12, 2026 | [2033 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2033-w-division-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 4 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), basement. | $4,000 | [B200510600](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510600/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [1217 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1217-n-hoyne-ave/) | 0.25 mi W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: front facade. | $8,000 | [B200510911](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510911/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [1083 N Hermitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1083-n-hermitage-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Other | For permit 101082032: replacement general contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. Replacement other contractor. Replacement mason contractor. Additional mason contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200508446](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508446/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [1225 N Hermitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1225-n-hermitage-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | New building | Self cert 2019 CBC: full building permit for 2 story single family residence with basement, roof access, roof deck, rear deck, front porch, driveway, attached garage with 2 parking spaces, & surrounding 5'-0" fence (92% open). (Occupancy R-5; type iii-a construction) | $245,000 | [101076899](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076899/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [2019 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2019-w-thomas-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1391 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: on the roof top of building. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018798. | $39,500 | [B200481003](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481003/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [1020 N Wood St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1020-n-wood-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Other | For permit 101079859: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200480683](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480683/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [1013 N Winchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1013-n-winchester-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: east elevation. | $7,000 | [B200475610](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475610/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [1083 N Hermitage Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1083-n-hermitage-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | New building | Proposed 3 story/4 unit residence w/basement and roof decks/enclosures, rear 3 story stairs, rear 1st/2nd floor porches, front 5' iron/side 6' wood fences, roof deck/enclosure, and 6 car garage w/roof deck and pergola, per plans. | $1,200,000 | [101082032](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082032/) |

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## More on this street

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

- [1911 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1911-w-division-st/): newest permit Nov 11, 2024
- [1914 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1914-w-division-st/): newest permit Mar 17, 2026
- [1917 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1917-w-division-st/): newest permit Apr 20, 2026
- [1920 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1920-w-division-st/): newest permit Jul 13, 2026
- [1925 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1925-w-division-st/): newest permit Sep 3, 2025
- [1937 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1937-w-division-st/): newest permit Sep 9, 2026
- [1951 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1951-w-division-st/): newest permit Apr 6, 2026
- [1846 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1846-w-division-st/): newest permit Jul 8, 2026
- [1959 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1959-w-division-st/): newest permit Jan 30, 2025
- [1819 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1819-w-division-st/): newest permit Sep 16, 2026

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