# Building permits at 2018 W Division St, Chicago, IL

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

13 permits on record here. The newest, Feb 17: Low voltage/communication electrical work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 42 more permits since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 690 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 17, 2026 | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install lighting. Install data/video. Specific location: commercial space on first floor. | $2,000 | [B200459265](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200459265/) |
| Dec 26, 2025 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement, building exterior. | $2,500 | [B200454377](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200454377/) |
| Nov 5, 2025 | Elevator | Installation of one(1) 125lb capacity, 2-floor, 30fpm, dumbwaiter in kitchen, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $47,665 | [101076198](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076198/) |
| Jul 9, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Self cert: exterior facade renovation for existing mixed-use building | $62,000 | [101071030](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101071030/) |
| Jan 21, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Self cert: interior renovation only of existing two residential units on 2nd and 3rd floors of mixed-use 3floor masonry building with associated architecture, eletrical, mechanical and plumbing work.no change to occupancy use | $200,000 | [101063799](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101063799/) |
| Dec 23, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Self cert: restaurant interior build-out only from an existing restaurant space with associated architectural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing | $200,000 | [101060801](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101060801/) |
| Aug 16, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Repair existing rear open wood porch to bring it up to the code. Tuckpoint existing front elevation as needed approx. 1000 S.F. And erect a new wood fence 6 feet h. On the east side of the property approx. 70 FT. Long. | $20,000 | [100831961](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100831961/) |
| Jun 13, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Interior alterations to existing restaurant (delish, inc.) same use/ relocate kitchen hood and kitchen equipment's/ relocate service bar and equipment's per plan certified corrections- - subject to field inspections & audit | $40,000 | [100647947](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100647947/) |
| Jun 28, 2011 | Other | Revision to permit # 100336107 to pay uncollected swo fee | Not listed | [100400453](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100400453/) |
| May 3, 2011 | Electrical | Small business installation of a low voltage security alarm system job 340-13929 s2 art group jeremiah johnson | $399 | [B100392106](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100392106/) |
| May 3, 2011 | Electrical | Small business installation of a low voltage security alarm system job 340-13946 delish felipe caro | $399 | [B100392103](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100392103/) |
| Nov 5, 2010 | Alteration or repair | Existing three story building with basement existing ground floor use no parking as per plans to an existing 3-story 2du's and proposed restaurant first floor interior build out | $148,750 | [100336107](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100336107/) |
| Aug 24, 2007 | Alteration or repair | Patch and repair walls and ceilings, replace existing floor covering.no electrical, no plumbing. All work same as existing. | $4,800 | [100196555](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100196555/) |

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2026 | [2033 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2033-w-division-st/) | 170 ft SW | 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/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [2000 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2000-w-division-st/) | 190 ft E | 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/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 24 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [1901 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1901-w-division-st/) | 870 ft E | 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/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [1944 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1944-w-thomas-st/) | 770 ft SE | 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 17, 2026 | [1320 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1320-n-hoyne-ave/) | 990 ft NW | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). Landing: 86 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $3,500 | [B200510133](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510133/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [1217 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1217-n-hoyne-ave/) | 440 ft NW | 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/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [1937 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1937-w-division-st/) | 490 ft E | 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/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [2133 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2133-w-division-st/) | 810 ft W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC interior buildout of vacant commercial space for a physical therapy clinic, alterations to rear facade with new windows and exterior wall infill, interior partitions, finishes and associated MEP work and installation of new windows (occupancy B classification, type IIIB construction) ad | $118,000 | [101083288](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083288/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [2045 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2045-w-thomas-st/) | 790 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: front of building). Landing: 50 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $4,500 | [B200480448](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480448/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [1251 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1251-n-hoyne-ave/) | 690 ft NW | New building | Spr 2019 CBC - new masonry 2 car garage w/ a.d.u. On second floor (type 3a construction), open metal stair and 2nd floor balcony with m.e.p per plans landmark district certified plans corrections: conditional permit subject to field inspections | $100,000 | [101076909](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076909/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [2016 W Haddon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2016-w-haddon-ave/) | 340 ft S | 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/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [2019 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2019-w-thomas-st/) | 740 ft S | 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 28, 2026 | [1937 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1937-w-division-st/) | 490 ft E | 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 23, 2026 | [1937 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1937-w-division-st/) | 490 ft E | 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 21, 2026 | [1122 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1122-n-hoyne-ave/) | 640 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: exterior and interior renovations to an existing 3 storytwo unit residential building to remodel basement, 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors and construct new rear porch per plans. (Use group r5 construiction type iiia) | $500,000 | [101044181](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101044181/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [1920 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1920-w-division-st/) | 650 ft E | 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 13, 2026 | [2101 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2101-w-division-st/) | 490 ft W | Sign | Fyzical therapy: internally illuminated face lit sign / channel letters mounted to backer panel (n hoyne ave elevation) - 4'-0" h x 18'-0" W (72 SQ ft) | $8,000 | [101082985](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082985/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [2101 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2101-w-division-st/) | 490 ft W | Sign | Fyzical therapy: internally illuminated face lit sign / channel letters mounted to backer panel (w division st elevation) - 4'-0" h x 45'-0" W (180 SQ ft) | $18,000 | [101082984](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082984/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [1945 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1945-w-potomac-ave/) | 710 ft NE | 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/) |
| Jul 3, 2026 | [2111 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2111-w-division-st/) | 590 ft W | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration of existing dunkin (area of work 300 SQ ft)', replacement of millwork and finishes and electrical (no mechanical work, no plumbing work under this permit). Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), 2111 W division st - interior storefront. | $25,000 | [B200475770](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475770/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [1242 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1242-n-hoyne-ave/) | 670 ft NW | Other | For permit 101039780: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200470757](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470757/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [1133 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1133-n-damen-ave/) | 430 ft SE | 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 19, 2026 | [1242 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1242-n-hoyne-ave/) | 670 ft NW | Other | Reinstate permit no 101039780 must begin work and or request inspection no later than august 2026 on permit no 101039780 | Not listed | [101083687](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083687/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [1133 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1133-n-damen-ave/) | 430 ft SE | 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/) | 710 ft NE | 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 | [2125 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2125-w-division-st/) | 730 ft W | Other | Permit expires on 07/06/2026 erection starts: 5/29/2026, erection ends: 6/1/2026. Erection starts:, erection ends. Self cert. CBC 2019. Reinst of 2023 permit 101016442 for the 2026 do division street fest stages on may 29-31. Set-up may 29 and takedown may 31, 2026. Same 2-24x16 mobile stages w/ win | $3,000 | [101083033](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083033/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 16 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [1242 N Marion Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1242-n-marion-ct/) | 0.23 mi E | 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 30, 2026 | [2154 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2154-w-division-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Proposed renovations of an condominium unit rooftop deck (proposed sauna, hot tub, bench, railings, and seating area) in an existing 4 story mixed use building, per plans | $45,000 | [101079903](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079903/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [1945 W Evergreen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1945-w-evergreen-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | 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/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [1046 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1046-n-wolcott-ave/) | 0.23 mi SE | 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 | [2146 W Haddon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2146-w-haddon-ave/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 11; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 0. Affects: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), location: apartment. | $36,969 | [B200471059](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471059/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [2142 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2142-w-thomas-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Other | For permit b200459839: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200481059](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481059/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [2154 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2154-w-potomac-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: new additional dwelling unit (adu) in the basement convert 2 dwelling units to 3 dwelling units for a (total of 3du in existing 2-story with basement brick rear building with basement, occupancy group R-2, type IIIA construction) certified plans corrections: conditional permit subject | $95,000 | [101076869](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076869/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [1051 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1051-n-wolcott-ave/) | 0.23 mi SE | 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 22, 2026 | [2136 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2136-w-thomas-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 2, MAX. Length 5. Location: west bottom wall, parapet wall. | $46,900 | [B200478173](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478173/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [2019 W Cortez St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2019-w-cortez-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 111'-6' ' (length). Wrought iron fence - 3'-0' ' (height) x 38'-0' ' (length). Wood fence - 4'-0' ' (height) x 13'-6' ' (length). Location: west property line fence and fence along sidewalk. | $12,000 | [B200472039](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472039/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [1846 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1846-w-division-st/) | 0.20 mi E | 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/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [1049 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1049-n-wolcott-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | 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/) | 0.23 mi E | 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/) | 0.21 mi SE | 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 17, 2026 | [2154 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2154-w-division-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 10. Lighting outlets: 20. Specific location: unit #201. | $15,000 | [B200475264](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475264/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [2154 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2154-w-division-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 10 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, unit #201. | $20,000 | [B200473684](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473684/) |

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## More on this street

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

- [2015 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2015-w-division-st/): newest permit Nov 19, 2024
- [2013 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2013-w-division-st/): newest permit Apr 6, 2026
- [2028 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2028-w-division-st/): newest permit Jul 1, 2025
- [2029 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2029-w-division-st/): newest permit Apr 15, 2026
- [2033 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2033-w-division-st/): newest permit Sep 12, 2026
- [2034 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2034-w-division-st/): newest permit Jan 6, 2026
- [2000 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2000-w-division-st/): newest permit May 6, 2026
- [2036 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2036-w-division-st/): newest permit Sep 22, 2025
- [2046 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2046-w-division-st/): newest permit Jun 26, 2025
- [2047 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2047-w-division-st/): newest permit Mar 6, 2025

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