# Building permits at 2019 W 79th St, Chicago, IL 17 permits on record here. The newest, May 9, 2025: Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 2 rooftop packaged unit. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 15 more permits (14 projects) since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | May 9, 2025 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 2 rooftop packaged unit(york, kl18s3cp211aan81a1, rooftop) 1 rooftop packaged unit(york, ke072h12b2aaaaa1a1, rooftop). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, rooftop. | $28,700 | [B200425090](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200425090/) | | Sep 28, 2020 | Sign | Illuminated sign cabinet installation | $2,500 | [100859381](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100859381/) | | Aug 13, 2020 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage security system | $100 | [B100886816](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100886816/) | | Aug 11, 2020 | Electrical | Installation of cable and 16 security cameras | $4,200 | [B100886478](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100886478/) | | Jul 31, 2020 | Electrical | Data cabling for pos, cameras, speaker system | Not listed | [B100885100](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100885100/) | | Jul 8, 2020 | Electrical | Installation of electronic article surveillance system (eas) | $1,000 | [B100881447](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100881447/) | | Jun 24, 2020 | Sign | Pole sign face change only | $500 | [100872473](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100872473/) | | Jun 24, 2020 | Sign | Illuminated sign cabinet installation | $700 | [100872467](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100872467/) | | Jun 24, 2020 | Sign | Illuminated sign cabinet installation | $2,500 | [100859074](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100859074/) | | Mar 16, 2020 | Alteration or repair | *Self-certified* structural repair of existing structure in existing retail | $50,000 | [100862524](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100862524/) | | Dec 6, 2019 | Alteration or repair | *Self certified* interior remodel of existing 1 story retail to family dollar retail per plans. | $75,000 | [100838079](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100838079/) | | Sep 10, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Area of work appx 500sf on south elevation: tuckpoint. Sealing. & Replace bricks (no structural work)- all work same as existing; subject to field inspections | $2,910 | [100508104](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100508104/) | | Dec 2, 2009 | Sign | Dollar general remove existing display (100305996) north elev. Install new wall display | $2,500 | [100312084](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100312084/) | | Dec 2, 2009 | Sign | Dollar general remove existing display (100305997) east elev. Install new wall display | $2,500 | [100312083](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100312083/) | | Sep 21, 2009 | Sign | Double face plyon, north/east corner parking lot | $3,500 | [100305998](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100305998/) | | Sep 21, 2009 | Sign | East elevation wall display | $2,500 | [100305997](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100305997/) | | Sep 21, 2009 | Sign | North elevation wall display | $2,500 | [100305996](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100305996/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 15 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 | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 20, 2026 | [2024 W 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2024-w-79th-st/) | 100 ft NW | Alteration or repair | CBC 2019 Self cert - interior remodel of an existing wellness office to create a conference room, replace finishes, replace light fixtures, and replace plumbing fixtures in the same location. No change to existing occupancy or zoning. No structural work. | $200,000 | [101084677](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084677/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 10 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 16, 2026 | [7837 S Hamilton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7837-s-hamilton-ave/) | 810 ft W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 10.8 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of home. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $25,520 | [B200510278](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510278/) | | Sep 10, 2026 | [7842 S Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7842-s-seeley-ave/) | 290 ft NW | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 4 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Repair or in-kind replacement of hot water heater(s). Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Includes repair or replacement of plumbing risers in existing chases. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 n | $4,000 | [B200510416](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510416/) | | Sep 4, 2026 | [7837 S Hamilton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7837-s-hamilton-ave/) | 810 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: meter, exterior. | $1,500 | [B200510281](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510281/) | | Aug 14, 2026 | [7832 S Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7832-s-damen-ave/) | 380 ft NE | Elevator | Installation of (1) one vertical platform wheelchair lift, 750lbs capacity @ 9fpm, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $12,239 | [101085729](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085729/) | | Jul 29, 2026 | [7834 S Hamilton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7834-s-hamilton-ave/) | 950 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 5 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 5. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement/exterior. | $2,850 | [B200480554](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480554/) | | Jul 29, 2026 | [7834 S Hamilton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7834-s-hamilton-ave/) | 950 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 5 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 5. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement/exterior. | $9,500 | [B200480549](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480549/) | | Jul 29, 2026 | [7842 S Winchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7842-s-winchester-ave/) | 550 ft NE | Other | Reinstate permit no 101061148 must begin work and or request inspection no later than december 2026 on permit no 101061148 | Not listed | [101086611](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086611/) | | Jul 8, 2026 | [7832 S Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7832-s-damen-ave/) | 380 ft NE | Elevator | Remove vertical platform wheelchair lift with new one being installed under permit #101085729. | Not listed | [101085728](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085728/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [7825 S Winchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7825-s-winchester-ave/) | 720 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: front of building face brick, other common brick. | $3,800 | [B200476612](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476612/) | | May 14, 2026 | [7842 S Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7842-s-seeley-ave/) | 290 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall only. Electrical on separate permit # b200467787. (No floor plan alterations) (no plumbing work, no mechanical work under this permit) locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), interior work only- single family. | $100 | [B200467927](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467927/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 4 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 6, 2026 | [7719 S Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7719-s-seeley-ave/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 21 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement. | $9,513 | [B200514845](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514845/) | | Sep 14, 2026 | [1849 W 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1849-w-79th-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 5. Lighting outlets: 10. Specific location: second floor utility room. | $20,000 | [B200510822](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510822/) | | Aug 8, 2026 | [7728 S Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7728-s-damen-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 3 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 30. Lighting outlets: 5. Specific location: basement and 1st floor only. | $8,000 | [B200481869](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481869/) | | Jul 30, 2026 | [8055 S Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8055-s-damen-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Vinyl/pvc fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 19'-0' ' (length). Location: backyard. | $1,979 | [B200479894](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479894/) | ## 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 79th St with permits, nearest house number first: - [2020 W 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2020-w-79th-st/): newest permit Dec 16, 2025 - [2024 W 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2024-w-79th-st/): newest permit Aug 20, 2026 - [2004 W 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2004-w-79th-st/): newest permit Apr 9, 2026 - [1849 W 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1849-w-79th-st/): newest permit Sep 14, 2026 - [1814 W 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1814-w-79th-st/): newest permit Oct 30, 2024 - [1735 W 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1735-w-79th-st/): newest permit Feb 14, 2026 - [1719 W 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1719-w-79th-st/): newest permit May 26, 2026 - [1642 W 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1642-w-79th-st/): newest permit Nov 3, 2025 - [1620 W 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1620-w-79th-st/): newest permit Jan 8, 2026 - [1519 W 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1519-w-79th-st/): newest permit Mar 5, 2025 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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