# Building permits at 1940 W Warner Ave, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $36M alteration or repair at 3959 N Lincoln Ave, permitted Aug 14.

Three permits on record here. The newest, Mar 12, 2025: Sc 2019 CBC: replace existing decking on existing 2-car detached frame garage with new porcelain pavers. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 46 more permits (45 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBC: replace existing decking on existing 2-car detached frame garage with new porcelain pavers, add new pergola, trellis & cabinetry at existing frame SFR (occupancy type R-5, type 5a construction). No change to occupancy and egress. | $20,000 | [101065352](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101065352/) |
| Apr 22, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Erect new single family residence with 2 car garage | $180,000 | [100442669](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100442669/) |
| Dec 14, 2012 | Demolition | Wreck & remove 2 story frame building & garage | Not listed | [B100457248](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100457248/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

46 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 11, 2026 | [1919 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1919-w-warner-ave/) | 240 ft E | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1700 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: roofing. IL Roofing contractor license: 104012900. | $26,500 | [B200470096](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470096/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 30 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [2062 W Belle Plaine Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2062-w-belle-plaine-ave/) | 920 ft W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 12.54 kw. Array output: 0.1518 kw. Location: rooftop. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0735. | $49,942 | [B200512943](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512943/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [4240 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4240-n-wolcott-ave/) | 910 ft NE | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: low-sloped ( | $25,000 | [B200511171](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511171/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4051 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4051-n-lincoln-ave/) | 650 ft SW | Sign | Sign #15 cvs pharmacy face replacements on freestanding sign | $700 | [101086412](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086412/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4051 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4051-n-lincoln-ave/) | 650 ft SW | Sign | Sign #12 heart logo on north building facade | $3,000 | [101086411](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086411/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4051 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4051-n-lincoln-ave/) | 650 ft SW | Sign | Sign #11 minute clinic face replacement in window on west building facade | $250 | [101086410](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086410/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4051 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4051-n-lincoln-ave/) | 650 ft SW | Sign | Sign #10 minute clinic channel letters on east building facade | $1,500 | [101086409](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086409/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4051 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4051-n-lincoln-ave/) | 650 ft SW | Sign | Sign #9 pharmacy channel letters on east building facade | $1,000 | [101086402](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086402/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4051 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4051-n-lincoln-ave/) | 650 ft SW | Sign | Sign #8 cvs channel letters on east building facade | $900 | [101086400](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086400/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4051 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4051-n-lincoln-ave/) | 650 ft SW | Sign | Sign #6 open 24 hours face replacement in window on north building facade | $250 | [101086399](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086399/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4051 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4051-n-lincoln-ave/) | 650 ft SW | Sign | Sign #5 minute clinic face replacement in window on north building facade | $250 | [101086398](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086398/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4051 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4051-n-lincoln-ave/) | 650 ft SW | Sign | Sign #3 minute clinic channel letters on north building facade | $1,500 | [101086396](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086396/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4051 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4051-n-lincoln-ave/) | 650 ft SW | Sign | Sign #2 pharmacy channel letters on north building facade | $1,000 | [101086393](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086393/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4051 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4051-n-lincoln-ave/) | 650 ft SW | Sign | Sign #1 cvs channel letters on north building facade | $1,500 | [101086392](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086392/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [4210 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4210-n-wolcott-ave/) | 700 ft NE | 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, outside, garage. | $3,000 | [B200508738](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508738/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [2062 W Belle Plaine Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2062-w-belle-plaine-ave/) | 920 ft W | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: interior of a new home. | $7,000 | [B200508618](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508618/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [1942 W Cuyler Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1942-w-cuyler-ave/) | 660 ft S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 300 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 200 SQ. FT. Location: parapet; masonry walls. | $11,400 | [B200481666](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481666/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [1821 W Berteau Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1821-w-berteau-ave/) | 810 ft E | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBC: full building permit- renovation of third floor office in an existing 3-story masonry building. Work includes new electrical, HVAC, plumbing & minor masonry exterior wall revisions & window installation. As per plans. (Change of occ. From h-2 moderate hazard storage to B business) (con | $50,000 | [101082877](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082877/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [1842 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1842-w-warner-ave/) | 570 ft E | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 180'-0' ' (length). Location: backyard fence. | $10,000 | [B200481069](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481069/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [1800 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1800-w-warner-ave/) | 990 ft E | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: replace existing decking with new porcelain pavers, install new pergola, trellis, and outdoor kitchen on private rooftop deck for unit 3 at existing 3-unit building of masonry construction (occupancy type R-5, type 3a construction). No change to occupancy or egress. Structural peer rev | $30,000 | [101083464](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083464/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [1801 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1801-w-warner-ave/) | 990 ft E | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101081995. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: second floor suite 202. | Not listed | [B200473350](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473350/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [1921 W Berteau Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1921-w-berteau-ave/) | 320 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 2. Specific location: apartment 3d. | $800 | [B200478531](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478531/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [4247 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4247-n-damen-ave/) | 820 ft N | Other | For permit 101076531: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200474416](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474416/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [4126 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4126-n-lincoln-ave/) | 740 ft W | Alteration or repair | Project includes the demolition of the existing wood frame roof deck and the installation of a new pedestal system roof deck. | $41,000 | [101081707](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081707/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [4206 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4206-n-wolcott-ave/) | 670 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 800 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 24, MAX. Length 4. Location: masonry repairs, interior under # 101080662. | $20,000 | [B200462668](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200462668/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [4060 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4060-n-lincoln-ave/) | 710 ft SW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 3000 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: flat roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104015212. | $80,000 | [B200471362](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471362/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [1840 W Cuyler Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1840-w-cuyler-ave/) | 880 ft SE | Demolition | Wrfeck and remove a 2 story frame residence and a detached frame garage | $20,000 | [B101079038](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101079038/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [1904 W Cuyler Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1904-w-cuyler-ave/) | 750 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: interior remodeling and alterations to an existing 2 story frame single family residence with attic and basement as per plans. | $150,000 | [101080898](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080898/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [4015 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4015-n-lincoln-ave/) | 840 ft S | Other | Permit expires on 07/13/2026 erection starts: 6/5/2026, erection ends: 6/7/2026. Self cert. CBC 2019 - Reinstatement of 2022 permit 100984404 for 2025 rib fest lincoln stages - same 2-24x20 sl-100 mobile stages with wings. Csem | $4,000 | [101083463](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083463/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [4206 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4206-n-wolcott-ave/) | 670 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior rehabilitation of existing 3 story with basement 4 dweling units building as per plan. No HVAC work - existing HVAC to remain. R-2 Occ. | $100,000 | [101080662](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080662/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [2017 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2017-w-warner-ave/) | 430 ft W | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 250'-0' ' (length). Location: 1:1 fence replacement along the property perimeter. | $18,000 | [B200468351](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468351/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [3959 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3959-n-lincoln-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Other | For permit 101075727: replacement plumbing contractor. Replacement electrical contractor. Replacement other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200512683](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512683/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [3959 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3959-n-lincoln-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Other | For permit 101075726: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200512170](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512170/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [3959 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3959-n-lincoln-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Other | For permit 101075727: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200512165](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512165/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [2130 W Berteau Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2130-w-berteau-ave/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior preparatory demolition of non-load bearing partitions and m.e. P. Systems for 30 d.u. With demo drawings and all other work to be performed on 101085715.locations: 30 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floors. | $200,000 | [B200507801](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507801/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [3952 N Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3952-n-seeley-ave/) | 0.24 mi SW | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101054069. Affects: 37 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: ground floor through roof. | Not listed | [B200479239](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479239/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [3959 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3959-n-lincoln-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: adaptive reuse of an existing 5 story commercial building to multi-family residential with a new 5 story addition. Occupancy groups B, m, R-2, s-1,s-2,u; construction type: IIA; consultant reviewer: v3 companies of illinois | $35,971,375 | [101075727](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101075727/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [3959 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3959-n-lincoln-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: caissons only for new 5 story rear addition structure. Consultant reviewer: v3 companies of illinois. Occupancy group r2,b,m,s1 and s2; construction type IIA | $1,500,000 | [101075726](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101075726/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [4229 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4229-n-lincoln-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Sign | Install a set of channel letter sign on store front on west side of building elevation ( amano) | $3,077 | [101079270](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079270/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [2027 W Cullom Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2027-w-cullom-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 400 SQ. FT. Location: masonry walls. | $25,200 | [B200479605](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479605/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [2122 W Berteau Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2122-w-berteau-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC construct a rear two story type VA frame addition and deconvert the 2du into a single family residence to include interior alterations to the basement, first and second floors and a new enclosed breezeway for the new two car frame garage with a roof deck, access stair and fire place, as | Not listed | [101077017](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077017/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [2136 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2136-w-warner-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 65'-0' ' (length). Location: fence installation on one side of property in back. | $4,424 | [B200476872](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476872/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [3952 N Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3952-n-seeley-ave/) | 0.24 mi SW | Other | For permit 101054069: replacement electrical contractor. Replacement other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200470736](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470736/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [4000 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4000-n-lincoln-ave/) | 0.20 mi S | 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 | [B200471979](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471979/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [4147 N Ravenswood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4147-n-ravenswood-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: new 3rd floor roof deck on existing 3 story type iii-b building.all work as per plans. | $9,100 | [101080796](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080796/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [4147 N Ravenswood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4147-n-ravenswood-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Elevator | Replacement of controller ("like to like") to meet 2017 chicago mandate on passenger elevator, 1500lbs capacity @ 75fpm, 4 floors, subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $98,420 | [101083166](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083166/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on W Warner Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [1919 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1919-w-warner-ave/): newest permit May 11, 2026
- [2017 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2017-w-warner-ave/): newest permit May 1, 2026
- [2026 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2026-w-warner-ave/): newest permit Dec 1, 2025
- [1842 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1842-w-warner-ave/): newest permit Aug 1, 2026
- [1801 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1801-w-warner-ave/): newest permit Jul 15, 2026
- [1800 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1800-w-warner-ave/): newest permit Jul 20, 2026
- [2124 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2124-w-warner-ave/): newest permit Oct 13, 2025
- [2136 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2136-w-warner-ave/): newest permit Jul 1, 2026
- [2445 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2445-w-warner-ave/): newest permit Nov 20, 2025
- [1416 W Warner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1416-w-warner-ave/): newest permit Oct 16, 2025

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