# Building permits at 1937 W Cornelia Ave, Chicago, IL 3340 N Seeley Ave: demolition permitted Aug 11, a new building Aug 17. Three permits on record here. The newest, Oct 8, 2024: Wreck and remove a 2 story frame residence. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 29 more permits since May 1. Four are for new buildings, the nearest 630 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 8, 2024 | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 2 story frame residence | $20,000 | [B101058206](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101058206/) | | Oct 4, 2024 | Other | For permit 101058319: replacement mason contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200400278](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200400278/) | | Sep 24, 2024 | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: new 2 story frame SFR w/ new 2 car frame garage w/ roof deck & new 5'-0" h wood fence & trash enclosure (occupancy R-5, const. Type va) conditional approval per 14a-4-404.13., release of full wrecking permit still pending. | $360,765 | [101058319](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101058319/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 29 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Jun 25, 2026 | [1924 W Cornelia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1924-w-cornelia-ave/) | 150 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Proposed pergola, trellis, and cabinetry for an existing garage roof deck serving an existing 2 story SFR, per plans. | $25,000 | [101082395](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082395/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 14 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 30, 2026 | [1823 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1823-w-roscoe-st/) | 980 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: remove existing detached garage and erect new detached frame garage with a low slope roof. (OCC. GRP. R-5; Const. Type 5a) | $30,000 | [101087485](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087485/) | | Sep 17, 2026 | [2000 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2000-w-roscoe-st/) | 640 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Ne | $1,000 | [B200511730](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511730/) | | Sep 4, 2026 | [2000 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2000-w-roscoe-st/) | 640 ft SW | Other | Permit expires on 11/04/2026 erection starts: 9/18/2026, erection ends: 9/20/2026. Cbc2019 - reinstatement of 2025 permit 101073301 for the 2026 retro on roscoe street fest stages on sept 18-20, 2026. Setup is sept 18 and takedown is sept 20, 2026. Same 2-24x20 sl100s W wings. Csem. | $5,000 | [101088163](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088163/) | | Aug 31, 2026 | [3523 N Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3523-n-seeley-ave/) | 630 ft NW | New building | 2019 Chicago building rehabilitation code 2-story accessory dwelling unit addition of type IIIA construction, + garage rooftop feature, for an existing single-family residence | $150,000 | [101082372](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082372/) | | Aug 20, 2026 | [3340 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3340-n-damen-ave/) | 880 ft S | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1600 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: work on the roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000191. | $32,800 | [B200508180](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508180/) | | Aug 3, 2026 | [1803 W Eddy St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1803-w-eddy-st/) | 980 ft E | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood deck (non-rooftop) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). Landing: 120 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $35,000 | [B200474131](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474131/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [2032 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2032-w-roscoe-st/) | 840 ft SW | Sign | Install new permanent illuminated channel letters mounted onto east elevation of building facing N seeley ave | $3,000 | [101084092](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084092/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [2032 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2032-w-roscoe-st/) | 840 ft SW | Sign | Install new permanent illuminated channel letters mounted onto southeast corner of building | $5,000 | [101084091](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084091/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [2032 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2032-w-roscoe-st/) | 840 ft SW | Sign | Install new permanent non-illuminated panel with vinyl graphics mounted above entrance on south elevation of building facing W roscoe st | $1,000 | [101084093](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084093/) | | Jun 29, 2026 | [3333 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3333-n-damen-ave/) | 960 ft S | Alteration or repair | Renovation of existing A-2 assembly bar in 2-story eating & drinking establishment tavern type v-b mixed-use building in b3-2 zoning district. No change in use.mep's included. Scope of work 3,950 sf. | $300,000 | [101067272](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101067272/) | | Jun 23, 2026 | [1819 W Eddy St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1819-w-eddy-st/) | 830 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to include relocation of existing full bath at 2nd flr and add adjacent second full bathroom, create new closets for primary bedroom and bedroom 3 at second floor, work includes electrical and plumbing. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit | $150,000 | [B200467884](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467884/) | | Jun 11, 2026 | [1838 W Addison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1838-w-addison-st/) | 940 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Proposed pergola, turf, and cabinetry to roof deck of an existing 3 story/4 unit residence, per plans. | $35,000 | [101078550](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078550/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [3436 N Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3436-n-seeley-ave/) | 660 ft W | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1947 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: roofing. IL Roofing contractor license: 104019764. | $9,979 | [B200473190](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473190/) | | May 8, 2026 | [1940 W Newport Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1940-w-newport-ave/) | 250 ft S | Alteration or repair | Parapet rebuilding: 800 SQ. FT. Location: rebuild part of parapet walls and chimneys. | $21,475 | [B200469524](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469524/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 14 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 1, 2026 | [1940 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1940-w-school-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 125 amp service disconnecting means with 5 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 10. Lighting outlets: 5. Specific location: garage. | $500 | [B200513741](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513741/) | | Sep 11, 2026 | [2044 W Addison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2044-w-addison-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 300 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: masonry wall; base of building. | $15,527 | [B200510251](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510251/) | | Sep 9, 2026 | [3625 N Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3625-n-seeley-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: front of building). Landing: 98 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $15,000 | [B200509390](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509390/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [1940 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1940-w-school-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Other | For permit 101071894: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200510493](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510493/) | | Aug 17, 2026 | [3340 N Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3340-n-seeley-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | New building | New two story frame (va construction, R-5 occupancy) single family residence with basement, new front open concrete landing with stairs. New detached frame two car garage with rooftop deck. 250 Lf of 6 feet high wood fence. All work as per plans. | $500,000 | [101085577](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085577/) | | Aug 11, 2026 | [3340 N Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3340-n-seeley-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Demolition | Complex demolition: wreck and remove a 2 story frame multi unit residence and a detached frame garage | $12,000 | [B101085289](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101085289/) | | Aug 11, 2026 | [3539 N Hamilton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3539-n-hamilton-ave/) | 0.25 mi W | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC with a structural peer review.full building permit for 2 story + basement single-family house with garage connected by enclosed walkway. Scope includes new electrical, plumbing & HVAC systems (occupancy R-5; type v-a construction). | $1,800,000 | [101076019](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076019/) | | Aug 3, 2026 | [1800 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1800-w-roscoe-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 24 FT., max. Height: 360 FT. Location: exterior building. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200480788](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480788/) | | Jul 28, 2026 | [3512 N Hamilton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3512-n-hamilton-ave/) | 0.25 mi W | New building | Self cert 2019 CBC: erect a 2 story VA frame single family residence and attached 2 car garage with roof deck with pergolas, front ornamental iron fences, existing occupancy R-5, proposed occupancy R-5, type construction VA, per plans. | $624,750 | [101085061](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085061/) | | Jul 27, 2026 | [3512 N Hamilton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3512-n-hamilton-ave/) | 0.25 mi W | Demolition | Complex demolition: wreck and remove a 2 story frame multi unit residence and a detached frame garage | $25,000 | [B101084593](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101084593/) | | Jul 16, 2026 | [1756 W Newport Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1756-w-newport-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: add new pergola, trellis, and cabinetry to existing rooftop deck on existing detached metal frame 3-car garage at existing SFR (occupancy type R-5, type 5a construction). No change to occupancy or egress. | $30,000 | [101084088](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084088/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [1800 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1800-w-roscoe-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Other | For permit 101075361: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200477014](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477014/) | | Jun 17, 2026 | [1752 W Newport Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1752-w-newport-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Elevator | Installation of one(1) 750lb capacity, vertical platform lift, located in rear of home, whereas customer shall have a caregiver or use of cellphone at all times during use, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $9,753 | [101084881](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084881/) | | Jun 9, 2026 | [1843 W Henderson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1843-w-henderson-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: basement and garage. | $2,990 | [B200473976](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473976/) | ## 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 Cornelia Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [1924 W Cornelia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1924-w-cornelia-ave/): newest permit Jun 25, 2026 - [1957 W Cornelia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1957-w-cornelia-ave/): newest permit Apr 4, 2025 - [1844 W Cornelia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1844-w-cornelia-ave/): newest permit Apr 23, 2025 - [1831 W Cornelia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1831-w-cornelia-ave/): newest permit Nov 27, 2024 - [1826 W Cornelia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1826-w-cornelia-ave/): newest permit Jan 8, 2025 - [1753 W Cornelia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1753-w-cornelia-ave/): newest permit Aug 27, 2025 - [1751 W Cornelia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1751-w-cornelia-ave/): newest permit Feb 19, 2020 - [1747 W Cornelia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1747-w-cornelia-ave/): newest permit Oct 9, 2024 - [1743 W Cornelia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1743-w-cornelia-ave/): newest permit Apr 4, 2025 - [1650 W Cornelia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1650-w-cornelia-ave/): newest permit Jul 28, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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