# Building permits at 20 S Waller Ave, Chicago, IL Two permits on record here. The newest, Jul 14: Rehab and partial remodel, all new MEP existing: type 3a. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 14 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Jul 14, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: rehab and partial remodel, all new MEP existing: type 3a, 2 1/2" - story masonry building with basement. 2-Units: B household living category, duplex 1st floor unit into basement. | $150,000 | [101082982](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082982/) | | Dec 4, 2024 | Alteration or repair | -Remodel existing 2-flat-basement is duplexed with 1st floor -rebuild existing front porch-construct rear open stairs-install all new mechanical, electrical and plumbing.-current use: multi-family 2-unit residential-proposed use: multi-family 2-unit residential.(conditional permit subject to field i | $180,000 | [101059838](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101059838/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 14 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 | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 14, 2026 | [5701 W Madison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5701-w-madison-st/) | 180 ft N | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 2 systems : 3 boiler - hot water(lochinvar feb1500 high eff, 2nd floor mechanical room) 2 chiller(trane 100 ton cgam air cooled scroll chiller). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, 2nd floor | $150,000 | [B200509986](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509986/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 7 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 5, 2026 | [5831 W Madison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5831-w-madison-st/) | 790 ft W | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: alteration to existing tenant space of 800sf at first floor keeping the occupancy same as group-b (business) for non structural interior renovation including demolition & construction of dry walls, ceilings, casework, plumbing, HVAC and electrical works. | $292,383 | [101084457](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084457/) | | Sep 23, 2026 | [5701 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5701-w-jackson-blvd/) | 950 ft S | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 crbc: alterations to existing park fieldhouse exterior ramp and door modifications for accessibility. (Occupancy group a-3; type iii-b construction) | $200,000 | [101085757](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085757/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [102 S Parkside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/102-s-parkside-ave/) | 500 ft SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: 104 3s common areas. | $2,500 | [B200481486](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481486/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [5701 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5701-w-jackson-blvd/) | 950 ft S | Other | For permit 101080845: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200476234](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476234/) | | Jun 15, 2026 | [5701 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5701-w-jackson-blvd/) | 950 ft S | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC 338 SQ addition to existing accessory use golf course operations building for new toilet rooms. (Occ B con iiia) | $250,000 | [101080845](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080845/) | | Jun 12, 2026 | [124 S Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/124-s-central-ave/) | 970 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC interior and exterior rehab of fire damage to 3 story brick 3 unit building. Replace enclosed porch same as existing. New electrical, plumbing and mechaniacl systems as per plans | $300,000 | [101076558](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076558/) | | May 1, 2026 | [132 S Waller Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/132-s-waller-ave/) | 530 ft S | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1200 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: roof replacement. IL Roofing contractor license: 104.01821. | $7,000 | [B200468816](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468816/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 6 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 15, 2026 | [5822 W Washington Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5822-w-washington-blvd/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: remove existing 1-story enclosed wood porch and stairs at rear of building. Replace with new 1-story wood open deck and stairs. Existing and proposed use is R-5. No change to building footprint or volume | $7,000 | [101087505](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087505/) | | Jun 18, 2026 | [5608 W Washington Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5608-w-washington-blvd/) | 0.24 mi NE | Roofing | Scope: roof recover. Area: 6000 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: rooftop. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000394. | $125,000 | [B200475172](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475172/) | | Jun 16, 2026 | [45 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/45-n-central-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Alter existing lighting. Specific location: in stairwell, boiler room, units 106, 111, 206.. | $2,222 | [B200474224](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474224/) | | Jun 16, 2026 | [45 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/45-n-central-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 7; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 3. Affects: 2 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 3 interior common areas, location: addressing door & window violations. | $4,444 | [B200473996](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473996/) | | Jun 16, 2026 | [45 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/45-n-central-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 3700 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: entrance 5533 W & 63 N; and throughout.. | $21,111 | [B200473988](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473988/) | | Jun 15, 2026 | [117 N Menard Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/117-n-menard-ave/) | 0.23 mi N | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2200 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: roof replacement due to spaced decking per code. IL Roofing contractor license: 104016500. | $30,000 | [B200474662](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474662/) | ## 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 Waller Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [28 S Waller Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/28-s-waller-ave/): newest permit Oct 6, 2026 - [34 S Waller Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/34-s-waller-ave/): newest permit Mar 28, 2025 - [132 S Waller Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/132-s-waller-ave/): newest permit May 1, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). Checked 2026-10-12 14:10 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/ This site provides applications using data that has been modified for use from its original source, www.cityofchicago.org, the official website of the City of Chicago. 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