# Building permits at 210 S Desplaines St, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $19M new building at 315 S Jefferson St, permitted Oct 5.

Four permits here in the last two years. The newest, Aug 3: Empowerment resources internationalnew non-illuminated id wall sign location: east elevationsign facing. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 82 more permits (73 projects) since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 700 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 2026 | Sign | Empowerment resources internationalnew non-illuminated id wall sign location: east elevationsign facing: desplaines st.reads: empowerment resources international + logo | $3,500 | [101085318](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085318/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Sign | Empowerment resources internationalnew non-illuminated id wall sign location: north elevationsign facing: adams st.reads: empowerment resources international + logo | $3,500 | [101085317](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085317/) |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 3, max. Length: 30 FT., max. Height: 70 FT. Location: all elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200437989](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200437989/) |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: all elevations. | $369,401 | [B200437983](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200437983/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 3 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [625 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/625-w-adams-st/) | 160 ft NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:100873380. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: none (exempt). Specific location: floors 14 & 15. | Not listed | [B200510552](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510552/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [625 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/625-w-adams-st/) | 160 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: 18th floor. | $5,458 | [B200477150](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477150/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [625 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/625-w-adams-st/) | 160 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to 18th floor office space. Work to include demo, new partitions, mechanical and electrical as per plans. No structural work. No change in use, b-business and construction type 1a | $160,000 | [101081343](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081343/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 42 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2026 | [547 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/547-w-jackson-blvd/) | 840 ft SE | Sign | Installation of internally illuminated double-sided blade sign to read " potbelly sandwich works" on north elevation, connecting to already existing customer leads only | $2,800 | [101085369](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085369/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [208 S Jefferson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/208-s-jefferson-st/) | 400 ft E | Elevator | Installation of one(1) 2100lb capacity, 5-floor, 200fpm, passenger elevator, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | Not listed | [101088857](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088857/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [208 S Jefferson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/208-s-jefferson-st/) | 400 ft E | Elevator | Remove ewgd passenger elevator with new one being installed under permit #101088857. | $10,000 | [101088856](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088856/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [315 S Jefferson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/315-s-jefferson-st/) | 700 ft SE | New building | Dds 2019 CBC: new construction of a 9-story mixed use building with basement on caissons. The 1st floor will consist of residential lobby, 21 mechanized parking spaces, office, and retail tenant space with 52 residential units on the above floors. (Occupancy: R-2, m; construction type: 1b) consultan | $19,000,000 | [101081111](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081111/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [565 W Quincy St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/565-w-quincy-st/) | 550 ft E | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 160 FT., max. Height: 210 FT. Location: all exterior facade elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200513017](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513017/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [555 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/555-w-adams-st/) | 660 ft E | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 9/25/2026. End date: 10/25/2026. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit and | Not listed | [B200513284](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513284/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [555 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/555-w-adams-st/) | 660 ft E | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 8/25/2026. End date: 9/24/2026. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit and  | Not listed | [B200508804](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508804/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [328 S Jefferson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/328-s-jefferson-st/) | 780 ft SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 5 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 9. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: unit 1. | $900 | [B200508574](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508574/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [234 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/234-s-halsted-st/) | 920 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: 1st floor,only. | $5,000 | [B200510582](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510582/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [232 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/232-s-halsted-st/) | 920 ft W | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 2 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), 1st floor. | $500 | [B200509982](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509982/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [118 S Clinton St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/118-s-clinton-st/) | 880 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: revision to permit 101070360 to update electrical rooms/ equipment in basement and first floor, update electrical closets on second to seventh floors, and add access doors to first floor (existing/proposed occupancy group B / R-2; type IV construction) per plans certified plans correct | $40,000 | [101082282](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082282/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [321 S Jefferson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/321-s-jefferson-st/) | 750 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Self-certification: limited scope of work for revision to existing commercial lease space first floor for revised coffee bar area and new toilet room. Scope of work includes new wall partitions, electric, plumbing and limited mechanical for toilet exhaust | $75,000 | [101084919](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084919/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [550 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-jackson-blvd/) | 760 ft E | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101083797. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 17th floor. | Not listed | [B200506939](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506939/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [550 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-jackson-blvd/) | 760 ft E | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:b200472955. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 12th floor. | Not listed | [B200506937](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506937/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [208 S Jefferson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/208-s-jefferson-st/) | 400 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self certification: interior only buildout of existing 4th floor tenant space for new office. Office space consists of commercial test kitchen, conference, individual office rooms and open office area. Scope of work includes new and existing mechanical HVAC, electric and plumbing. | $550,000 | [101085052](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085052/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [728 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/728-w-jackson-blvd/) | 430 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 10sq. FT., Excavation = no. Location: north, south and east. | $79,300 | [B200480969](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480969/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [566 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/566-w-van-buren-st/) | 920 ft SE | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 4000lb capacity, and one(1) 3500lb capacity, 12-floor, 350fpm, passenger elevators, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $700,000 | [101087427](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087427/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [132 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/132-s-halsted-st/) | 910 ft W | Other | For permit 101079747: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200506893](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506893/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [802 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/802-w-adams-st/) | 900 ft W | Other | For permit 101079748: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200506891](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506891/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [132 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/132-s-halsted-st/) | 910 ft W | Alteration or repair | Interior alterations to existing (7) story mixed use masonry building w/ roof deck and attached garage...ground floor commercial unit only. Type IB construction. Use - restaurant (fully sprinkled building) | $170,000 | [101079747](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079747/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [728 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/728-w-jackson-blvd/) | 430 ft SW | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 170 FT., max. Height: 130 FT. Location: north elevation. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200480972](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480972/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [550 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-adams-st/) | 720 ft E | Sign | Installation of one (1) new ground sign, to replace existing damaged sign. Reuse existing frame and stone. | $28,000 | [101085611](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085611/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [802 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/802-w-adams-st/) | 900 ft W | Alteration or repair | Interior & exterior alterations to existing (7) story mixed use masonry building w/ roof deck and attached garage...ground floor commercial unit only. Type IB construction. Use - restaurant (fully sprinkled building) | $225,000 | [101079748](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079748/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [555 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/555-w-adams-st/) | 660 ft E | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 7/21/2026. End date: 8/20/2026. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit and  | Not listed | [B200479431](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479431/) |
| Jun 19, 2026 | [555 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/555-w-adams-st/) | 660 ft E | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 6/19/2026. End date: 7/19/2026. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit and  | Not listed | [B200475552](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475552/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [600 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/600-w-jackson-blvd/) | 520 ft SE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101040631. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 2 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 7th floor - suites 700 & 750. | Not listed | [B200456099](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200456099/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [610 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/610-w-adams-st/) | 340 ft NE | Other | Permit expires on 09/15/2026 erection starts: 7/28/2026, erection ends: 7/28/2026. Self cert CBC 2019 - reinstatement of 2025 permit 101071690 for the 2026 wcf events transunion picnic at heritage green park on july 28. Same 1-40ft x 80ft open pole tent. Blue peak tents. | $5,000 | [101085859](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085859/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [130 S Jefferson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/130-s-jefferson-st/) | 470 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Interior alterations existing 4th floor office suite 450 within 5 story type IV ht construction. 5701 Sf area of work including partitions, plumbing, electrical, & mechanical for proposed kitchenette, offices. No change in use | $175,000 | [101085850](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085850/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [321 S Jefferson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/321-s-jefferson-st/) | 750 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 600 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 300 SQ. FT. Location: south elev - 3rd & 1st floor. | $90,000 | [B200472235](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472235/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [125 S Jefferson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/125-s-jefferson-st/) | 570 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 3 circuits to existing 225 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:3 spaces. Specific location: parking garage. | $9,000 | [B200475482](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475482/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [125 S Jefferson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/125-s-jefferson-st/) | 570 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 3 circuits to existing 225 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:3 spaces. Specific location: parking garage. | $9,000 | [B200473052](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473052/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [550 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-adams-st/) | 720 ft E | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101077190. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: yes. Monitoring type: none (exempt). Specific location: flr 11, 12 and 14. | Not listed | [B200474004](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474004/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [550 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-jackson-blvd/) | 760 ft E | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to existing office areas to include new ceiling tile, millwork, relocation of light fixtures, and ductwork.locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), 12th floor, suite 1200. | $75,000 | [B200472955](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472955/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [566 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/566-w-van-buren-st/) | 920 ft SE | Elevator | Installation of (1) single temporary rack & pinion personnel hoist, 8000lbs capacity @ 275fpm, 12 floors, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | Not listed | [101084874](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084874/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [566 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/566-w-van-buren-st/) | 920 ft SE | New building | Hoist permit installation of temporary single 8000lbs construction hoist | $92,000 | [101082437](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082437/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [550 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-adams-st/) | 720 ft E | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: flrs 11, 12 and 14. | $32,938 | [B200472975](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472975/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [550 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-jackson-blvd/) | 760 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC - tenant buildout of approximately 1,309 sqft for business office on the 17th floor, including alterations to electrical circuits with no new plumbing. No change in use or occupancy. (Occupancy group B; type IA construction) | $160,926 | [101083797](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083797/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [555 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/555-w-adams-st/) | 660 ft E | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: residential. Start date: 5/21/2026. End date: 6/20/2026. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit a | Not listed | [B200471634](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471634/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [307 S Desplaines St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/307-s-desplaines-st/) | 420 ft S | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 0 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Includes repair or replacement of plumbing risers in existing chases. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, first | $2,500 | [B200471236](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471236/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [769 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/769-w-jackson-blvd/) | 810 ft SW | Sign | Philly's bestexisting id flat box signlocation: north elevationsign facing:jackson blvdread: philly's best | $1,100 | [100861796](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100861796/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [130 S Jefferson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/130-s-jefferson-st/) | 470 ft NE | Elevator | Replace controller ("like for like") for ewgt freight elevator, 4000lbs capacity @ 100fpm, 6 floors, subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau insppection (ev000051). | $118,310 | [101083155](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083155/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [130 S Jefferson St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/130-s-jefferson-st/) | 470 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Interior alterations existing 3rd floor office suite 350 within 5 story type IV ht construction. 4689 Sf area of work including partitions, plumbing, electrical, & mechanical for proposed kitchenette, offices. No change in use | $140,000 | [101082905](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082905/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 37 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 other air handling equipment(vts / avs100-r-mfhcvh / building loading dock). Electrical work under this permit = yes. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), loading dock. | $254,000 | [B200514719](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514719/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [555 W Madison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/555-w-madison-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Fence, wall or deck | Expansion joint repairs/replacement. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, 4th floor of the parking garage. | $84,000 | [B200508087](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508087/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [550 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-van-buren-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101085084. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 17th floor. | Not listed | [B200508244](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508244/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 10/1/2026. End date: 10/31/2026. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit and | Not listed | [B200513486](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513486/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 9/1/2026. End date: 10/1/2026. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit and m | Not listed | [B200508011](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508011/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [525 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-van-buren-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Selfcert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing 16th floor office space. No change to existing use. (Business / 1a) | $550,000 | [101088328](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088328/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [555 W Madison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/555-w-madison-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Elevator | Replacement of governor cable on one(1) 2500lb capacity, 50-floor, 700fpm, passenger elevator(b4), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev004022) | Not listed | [101088882](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088882/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [555 W Madison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/555-w-madison-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Elevator | Replacement of hoist cables on two(2) 3100lb capacity, 50-floor, 700fpm, passenger elevators(d1,d2), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev004022) | Not listed | [101088880](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088880/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [525 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-van-buren-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Selfcert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing 10th floor office space. No change to existing use. (Business / 1a) | $700,000 | [101088174](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088174/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [550 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-van-buren-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Other | For permit 101085084: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200511568](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511568/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: alteration of interior office suite on floors 13 & 14 in an existing 25 story building (occupancy group B / type 1a construction) | $1,920,600 | [101088046](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088046/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [550 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-van-buren-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: huron 17th floor. | $45,635 | [B200511448](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511448/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1000 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: roof top. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000224. | $164,267 | [B200511152](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511152/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [40 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/40-s-halsted-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 350sq. FT., Excavation =. Location: parking garage. | $113,803 | [B200510528](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510528/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [222 S Canal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/222-s-canal-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: commerical kitchen hood and ductwork replacement (occupancy group B; type IIIB construction) | $90,000 | [101083535](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083535/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alteration for pa consulting in existing suite 1625. Structural peer review included. Work includes demo, interior partitions, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and new finishes throughout project area. No change in use, b-business construction type 1a | $250,000 | [101086758](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086758/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: ll,1,2,3,6,9,12,16,18,21,24. | Not listed | [B200479224](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479224/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [550 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-van-buren-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101085084. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: yes. Monitoring type: none (exempt). Specific location: 17th floor. | Not listed | [B200477889](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477889/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [225 S Canal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/225-s-canal-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Alteration or repair | Revision to permit 101080456 - self cert. Comm. - 2019 CBRC - Partial concourse level: preparation area revisions due to site conditions. Original permit: alterations to existing tenant mercantile retail suite for retail bakery per attached plans. Existing and planned occupancy type: m - mercantile, | $100 | [101086354](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086354/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 8/1/2026. End date: 8/31/2026. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit and m | Not listed | [B200479557](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479557/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 7/1/2026. End date: 7/31/2026. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit and m | Not listed | [B200475812](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475812/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [225 S Canal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/225-s-canal-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Other | For permit 101080456: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200476442](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476442/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [210 S Canal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/210-s-canal-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Self certification - 2019 CBRC - existing former small 442 sf to go restaurant in existing food court union station same space- alterations for new kitchen equipment for new use | $45,000 | [101083896](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083896/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [550 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-van-buren-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: 17th floor. | $21,446 | [B200476789](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476789/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [550 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-van-buren-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Alter existing data/video. Specific location: 1 floor. | $6,000 | [B200471067](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471067/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [550 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-w-van-buren-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing 17th floor office. Work to include demo, new partitions, ceilings, doors, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical as per plans. 1A construction. B-business | $2,530,291 | [101085084](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085084/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [727 W Madison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/727-w-madison-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Elevator | Replace hoist ropes on eg passenger elevator car 3, 3500lbs capacity, 45 floors, subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection (a/p #100745285). Note: scope of work to be on site at time of inspection. | Not listed | [101085191](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085191/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [225 S Canal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/225-s-canal-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration of electrical and finishes at front of house of existing auntie anne's.locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), first floor. | $35,000 | [B200456689](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200456689/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [225 S Canal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/225-s-canal-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Alteration or repair | Self cert comm. - 2019 CBRC - Partial concourse level: alterations to existing tenant mercantile retail suite for retail bakery per attached plans. Existing and planned occupancy: type m mercantile; construction type IA; czo 17-17-0104-o food and beverage retail sales. No exterior work. | $150,000 | [101080456](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080456/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [222 S Canal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/222-s-canal-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration for new food tenant, plumbing modifications for new drains, alterations to include new partitions with electrical for new light fixtures and outlets.locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), former mcdonald's suite in food court mezzanine. | $160,000 | [B200470781](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470781/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101081186. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 6th floor. | Not listed | [B200466564](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200466564/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 6/1/2026. End date: 7/1/2026. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit and ma | Not listed | [B200471786](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471786/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [812 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/812-w-van-buren-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: back facade. | $18,820 | [B200470608](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470608/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Other | For permit 101081186: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200470009](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470009/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: 6th floor. | $58,000 | [B200469995](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469995/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install telephone. Specific location: 6th floor. | $43,000 | [B200469993](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469993/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [525 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-monroe-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install audio. Specific location: 6th floor. | $100 | [B200469410](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469410/) |

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