# Building permits at 2045 W Thomas St, Chicago, IL

Three permits on record here. The newest, Sep 1: Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open). Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 44 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.25 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | 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/) |
| Feb 14, 2023 | Plumbing | Plumbing only: install closed sewer system, ejector pit and pump, rough in plumbing for bathroom in open unfinished basement, replace all piping with copper throughout, replace all d,w,v and water piping for project installed.install new bath plumbing fixtures in basement. | $20,000 | [101004847](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101004847/) |
| Jul 27, 2012 | Fence, wall or deck | Replace stairs, risers and some decking on front porch with wood. No structural, all work same as existing. No window replacement allowed. | $1,500 | [100451217](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100451217/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

44 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | [1944 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1944-w-thomas-st/) | 670 ft E | 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 19, 2026 | [2042 W Walton St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2042-w-walton-st/) | 910 ft S | Alteration or repair | Nonstructural preparatory demolition of non-load bearing partitions and m.e.p. Systems with demo drawings and all other work to be performed on spr application/permit #101086028. Locations: 3 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), basement, 1st, 2nd 3rd floors. | $30,000 | [B200510957](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510957/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [2014 W Walton St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2014-w-walton-st/) | 960 ft S | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: construct new roof deck on existing garage designed for 100 psf live load, including installation of exterior steel stair for access and a pergola above the deck.(occupancy group rt-4, type III b) | $10,000 | [101081108](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081108/) |
| Sep 12, 2026 | [2033 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2033-w-division-st/) | 680 ft N | 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/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [1217 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1217-n-hoyne-ave/) | 930 ft N | 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 4, 2026 | [2133 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2133-w-division-st/) | 860 ft NW | 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/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [2146 W Haddon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2146-w-haddon-ave/) | 800 ft NW | 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 6, 2026 | [2016 W Haddon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2016-w-haddon-ave/) | 500 ft NE | 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/) | 270 ft E | 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/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [2142 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2142-w-thomas-st/) | 650 ft W | 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 25, 2026 | [937 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/937-n-hoyne-ave/) | 900 ft S | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 43; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 0. Affects: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), location: exterior windows. | $40,000 | [B200478296](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478296/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [2136 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2136-w-thomas-st/) | 590 ft W | 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/) | 420 ft SE | 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 21, 2026 | [1122 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1122-n-hoyne-ave/) | 390 ft NW | 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 | [2101 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2101-w-division-st/) | 700 ft N | 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/) | 700 ft N | 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 9, 2026 | [944 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/944-n-damen-ave/) | 910 ft SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Alter existing system i emergency lighting. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: middle hallway/stairway. | $1,200 | [B200477244](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477244/) |
| Jul 3, 2026 | [2111 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2111-w-division-st/) | 730 ft NW | 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/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [1013 N Winchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1013-n-winchester-ave/) | 980 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: east elevation. | $7,000 | [B200475610](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475610/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [1039 N Winchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1039-n-winchester-ave/) | 880 ft E | 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/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [1133 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1133-n-damen-ave/) | 660 ft NE | 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 15, 2026 | [1133 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1133-n-damen-ave/) | 660 ft NE | 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 6, 2026 | [2000 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2000-w-division-st/) | 870 ft NE | 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/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [2125 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2125-w-division-st/) | 810 ft NW | 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), 20 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [2154 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2154-w-division-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | 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 9, 2026 | [956 N Winchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/956-n-winchester-ave/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 800 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement. | $15,000 | [B200508104](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508104/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [1937 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1937-w-division-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | 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/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [918 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/918-n-damen-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 400 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: tuckpointing of front elevation, lintels restor.. | $14,850 | [B200508370](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508370/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [1251 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1251-n-hoyne-ave/) | 0.25 mi N | 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 11, 2026 | [1046 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1046-n-wolcott-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | 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/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [1937 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1937-w-division-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | 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 24, 2026 | [1051 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1051-n-wolcott-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | 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 23, 2026 | [1937 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1937-w-division-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | 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 13, 2026 | [1920 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1920-w-division-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | 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 7, 2026 | [949 N Winchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/949-n-winchester-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 400 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement. | $2,000 | [B200475515](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475515/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [2209 W Cortez St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2209-w-cortez-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 24'-0' ' x24'-0' '. Hip roof height to peak: 13'-0' '. | $36,850 | [B200475065](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475065/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [1049 N Wolcott Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1049-n-wolcott-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | 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 | [949 N Winchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/949-n-winchester-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Other | Reinstate permit no 100978214 must begin work and or request inspection no later than december 2026 on permit no 100978214 | Not listed | [101085049](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085049/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [2154 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2154-w-division-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | 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 NW | 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/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [935 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/935-n-leavitt-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 5000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: masonry work. | $16,900 | [B200464869](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200464869/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [1242 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1242-n-hoyne-ave/) | 0.23 mi N | 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 | [933 N Winchester Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/933-n-winchester-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 1 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Repair or in-kind replacement of hot water heater(s). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), basement mechanicals. | $9,862 | [B200471413](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471413/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [1242 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1242-n-hoyne-ave/) | 0.23 mi N | 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/) |

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## More on this street

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

- [2044 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2044-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Aug 20, 2025
- [2024 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2024-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Feb 2, 2026
- [2019 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2019-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Aug 4, 2026
- [2008 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2008-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Aug 6, 2025
- [2126 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2126-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Aug 20, 2025
- [2136 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2136-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Jul 22, 2026
- [2139 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2139-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Jan 24, 2025
- [2142 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2142-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Aug 3, 2026
- [1944 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1944-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Sep 29, 2026
- [1937 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1937-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Apr 9, 2025

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