# Building permits at 2015 W School St, Chicago, IL

3214 N Damen Ave: demolition permitted Jul 28, a new building Aug 14.

Two permits on record here. The newest, Apr 28: Replacement general contractor. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 34 more permits since May 1. Four are for new buildings, the nearest 460 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 2026 | Other | For permit 101065671: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200467407](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467407/) |
| Mar 26, 2025 | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: new 2 car frame coach house & new trash enclosure to existing 2 1/2 story frame residence (r-5, va) | $42,300 | [101065671](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101065671/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

34 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2026 | [3250 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3250-n-damen-ave/) | 140 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 1, MAX. Length 5. Location: west and south wall 3rd floor. | $13,800 | [B200477891](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477891/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 25 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [2021 W Fletcher St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2021-w-fletcher-st/) | 1,000 ft S | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to 1st floor of existing 2 story with basement frame construction single family residence - remodel kitchen and relocate back entry stair and landing (r-5 occ., type 5-a constr.) | $45,000 | [101088035](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088035/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [1940 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1940-w-school-st/) | 390 ft E | 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 21, 2026 | [2117 W Melrose St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2117-w-melrose-st/) | 770 ft SW | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 3 story frame multi unit residence and a detached frame garage | $22,950 | [101084749](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084749/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [2000 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2000-w-roscoe-st/) | 760 ft N | 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 9, 2026 | [2117 W Melrose St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2117-w-melrose-st/) | 770 ft SW | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: new construction of a (2,700) SQ. FT., 2-Story, type VA frame, 30' ht., single-family residence with new (118) SQ. FT. Rear covered 1-story deck, new (400) SQ. FT., Type VA frame, detached 2-car garage with roof deck, new 2' concrete apron, and new concrete walk (occupancy group  | $620,500 | [101084498](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084498/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [1940 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1940-w-school-st/) | 390 ft E | 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/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [2000 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2000-w-roscoe-st/) | 760 ft N | 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 20, 2026 | [3340 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3340-n-damen-ave/) | 510 ft N | 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 17, 2026 | [3340 N Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3340-n-seeley-ave/) | 530 ft NW | 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 14, 2026 | [3214 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3214-n-damen-ave/) | 460 ft S | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: full building permit for 3 story 4 d.u. Building with basement, rooftop deck, rooftop stair enclosures, rear deck at 1st story, terrace at 1st/2nd story, detached 4 car garagre with rooftop deck, 5' high metal fence, entire building sprinklered (occupancy group R-2, type VA const | $954,240 | [101086157](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086157/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [3340 N Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3340-n-seeley-ave/) | 530 ft NW | 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/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [3214 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3214-n-damen-ave/) | 460 ft S | Demolition | Complex demolition: wreck and remove a 2 story frame residence and a detached frame garage | $25,000 | [B101084640](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101084640/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [2032 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2032-w-roscoe-st/) | 770 ft N | 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/) | 770 ft N | Sign | Install new permanent illuminated channel letters mounted onto southeast corner of building | $5,000 | [101084091](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084091/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [2043 W Belmont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2043-w-belmont-ave/) | 730 ft SW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2095 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: the roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104019230. | $27,140 | [B200478995](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478995/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [2000 W Belmont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2000-w-belmont-ave/) | 600 ft 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 | [B200478321](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478321/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [1846 W Melrose St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1846-w-melrose-st/) | 910 ft E | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood deck (non-rooftop) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $20,500 | [B200473990](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473990/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [2032 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2032-w-roscoe-st/) | 770 ft N | 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 30, 2026 | [2137 W Melrose St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2137-w-melrose-st/) | 950 ft W | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: new construction of a (2,700) SQ. FT., 2-Story, type VA frame, 30' ht., single-family residence with new (118) SQ. FT. Rear covered 1-story deck, new (400) SQ. FT., Type VA frame, detached 2-car garage with roof deck, new 2' concrete apron, and new concrete walk (occupancy group  | $595,000 | [101080096](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080096/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [2007 W Belmont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2007-w-belmont-ave/) | 670 ft S | Other | Permit expires on 08/29/2026 erection starts: 7/17/2026, erection ends: 7/19/2026. Self cert. CBC 2019. Reinstatement of 2023 permit 101021328 for the 2026 roscoe village burger fest on W belmont ave on july 17-19, 2026. Same 2-24x20 sl-100 mobile stages with wings. Csem | $4,000 | [101085332](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085332/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [3333 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3333-n-damen-ave/) | 440 ft NE | 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 26, 2026 | [2137 W Melrose St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2137-w-melrose-st/) | 950 ft W | Demolition | Complex demolition: wreck and remove a 2 story masonry multi unit residence and a detached frame garage | $15,450 | [B101080809](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101080809/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [1843 W Henderson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1843-w-henderson-st/) | 970 ft E | 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/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [1929 W Belmont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1929-w-belmont-ave/) | 840 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 6, MAX. Length 3. Parapet rebuilding: 75 SQ. FT. Location: front facade and parapet. | $37,839 | [B200472733](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472733/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [2115 W Melrose St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2115-w-melrose-st/) | 750 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior renovation to the existing 2nd floor front and rear duplex units, in the existing 3-story, frame building with basement, to include deconversion of a 5-dwelling unit (3rd fl front unit) to a 4-dwelling unit. Scope to include removing and replacing gypsum board, doors, interio | $65,000 | [101073139](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073139/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | [3253 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3253-n-leavitt-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2322 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: main house and detached garage. IL Roofing contractor license: 104.01977. | $25,000 | [B200512780](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512780/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [1832 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1832-w-school-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Vinyl/pvc fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 35'-0' ' (length). Location: back fence. | $3,420 | [B200510895](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510895/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [1819 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1819-w-school-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: renovations to existing rooftop deck for metal pergola on existing 2-car garage w/ (occupancy group R-5, type IIIA construction), per plans | $75,000 | [101080831](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080831/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [2022 W Barry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2022-w-barry-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBC: erect new detached two car framed garage with existing one and a half story frame single family residence building with basement as per plans (occupancy r5; constructiontype vb) | $50,000 | [101084327](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084327/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [1808 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1808-w-school-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 24 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement and exterior. | $3,500 | [B200481309](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481309/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [3149 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3149-n-wolcott-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 800 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: all elevations. | $75,000 | [B200474249](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474249/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [3436 N Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3436-n-seeley-ave/) | 0.21 mi N | 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/) | 0.22 mi N | 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/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

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

- [1940 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1940-w-school-st/): newest permit Oct 1, 2026
- [1938 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1938-w-school-st/): newest permit Feb 12, 2025
- [1930 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1930-w-school-st/): newest permit Mar 17, 2025
- [1927 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1927-w-school-st/): newest permit Aug 5, 2025
- [1925 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1925-w-school-st/): newest permit Oct 1, 2025
- [2115 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2115-w-school-st/): newest permit Dec 31, 2024
- [1912 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1912-w-school-st/): newest permit Aug 8, 2025
- [1900 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1900-w-school-st/): newest permit Jun 27, 2012
- [1844 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1844-w-school-st/): newest permit Nov 6, 2024
- [1832 W School St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1832-w-school-st/): newest permit Sep 17, 2026

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