# Building permits at 211 N Harbor Dr, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2M alteration or repair at 400 E Randolph St, permitted Oct 8.

Four permits here in the last two years. The newest, May 5, 2025: Installation of a double-sided hanging sign on the north side of the building facing north east and south west. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 31 more permits (30 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2025 | Sign | Installation of a double-sided hanging sign on the north side of the building facing north east and south west. | $3,000 | [101066860](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101066860/) |
| Jan 7, 2025 | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: lower level unit l5. | $10,000 | [B200409407](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200409407/) |
| Dec 17, 2024 | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101058020. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: retail buildout lower level 5. | Not listed | [B200407757](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200407757/) |
| Oct 7, 2024 | Alteration or repair | First time interior build out of commercial suite in an existing building for use as a doggy daycare, grooming, & boarding facility (oc. Grp: B, const type i-a) work to include plumbing, electrical & mechanical as well as non structural interior partitions, finishes and millwork. | $1,000,000 | [101058020](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101058020/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 5 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [450 E Waterside Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/450-e-waterside-dr/) | 190 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 100 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: all exterior facade elevations. | $48,450 | [B200513840](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513840/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [450 E Waterside Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/450-e-waterside-dr/) | 190 ft N | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 165 FT., max. Height: 330 FT. Location: all exterior facade elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200512210](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512210/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [450 E Waterside Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/450-e-waterside-dr/) | 190 ft N | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 60 FT., max. Height: 320 FT. Location: north south and east. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200479155](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479155/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [450 E Waterside Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/450-e-waterside-dr/) | 190 ft N | Elevator | Replacement of hoist cables on one(1) 4000lb capacity, 40-floor, 800fpm, passenger elevator(#1), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(100115731) | Not listed | [101084864](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084864/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [450 E Waterside Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/450-e-waterside-dr/) | 190 ft N | Elevator | Replace hoist ropes on eg passenger elevator #1, 3000lbs capacity, 44 floors (40 landings), subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings levator bureau inspection (a/p #100115731). | Not listed | [101084550](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084550/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 12 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [400 E Randolph St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-e-randolph-st/) | 830 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Spr, CBRC 2019, interior alteration to 7th floor common area spa (hot tub) in an existing 40 story high-rise residential condominium building (r-2) and construction type (i-a). No work to existing dwelling units. Existing pool / spa space is occupancy (a-3). No change to existing occupancy and no ch | $2,000,000 | [101084033](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084033/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [420 E Waterside Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/420-e-waterside-dr/) | 320 ft NW | Elevator | Replacement of door operators on two(2) 3500lb capacity, 6-floor, 350fpm, passenger elevators(#5,#6); and one(1) 4000lb capacity, 49-floor, 700fpm, passenger elevator(#4), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(100074920) | Not listed | [101088012](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088012/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [355 E Wacker Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/355-e-wacker-dr/) | 790 ft NW | Other | For permit 100751314: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200507825](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507825/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [363 E Wacker Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/363-e-wacker-dr/) | 700 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Occupancy type R-2, construction type IA, existing high rise condominium, single floor occupancy, interior renovation including electrical & plumbing per plans. Certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $25,000 | [101084221](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084221/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [400 E Randolph St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-e-randolph-st/) | 830 ft SW | Other | Reinstate permit no 101020365 must begin work and or request inspection no later than october 2026 on permit no 101020365 | Not listed | [101086620](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086620/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [400 E Randolph St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-e-randolph-st/) | 830 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior remodel of two existing bedrooms and two bathrooms with associated electrical and plumbing, new kitchen floor. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 0 interior common areas, two bedroom two bathroom remodel. | $35,000 | [B200476966](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476966/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [400 E Randolph St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-e-randolph-st/) | 830 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 10 circuits to existing 60 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 10. Lighting outlets: 10. Specific location: electrical update inside the unit 1604. | $2,000 | [B200478078](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478078/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [401 E Wacker Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/401-e-wacker-dr/) | 600 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 2 circuits to existing 120 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: 2nd floor break room & 1st floor events kitchen. | $5,420 | [B200474225](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474225/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [175 N Harbor Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/175-n-harbor-dr/) | 320 ft S | Elevator | Replacement of hoist cables on one(1) 3000lb capacity, 56-floor, 1000fpm, passenger elevator(#1), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev010049) | Not listed | [101083965](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083965/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [345 E Wacker Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/345-e-wacker-dr/) | 900 ft W | Elevator | Hoist cable replacement on one(1) 3500lb capacity, 46-floor, 700fpm, passenger elevator(#p3), pursuant to the swcope of work submitted.(100435305) | Not listed | [101083441](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083441/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [155 N Harbor Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/155-n-harbor-dr/) | 660 ft S | Elevator | Repairs to belted manlift: lower head drive assembly & install (4) moveable hoods subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection (ev005545). | $39,953 | [101082490](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082490/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [400 E Randolph St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-e-randolph-st/) | 830 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 6 circuits to existing 60 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 6. Lighting outlets: 2. Specific location: kitchen. | $3,500 | [B200468540](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468540/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | [340 E Randolph St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/340-e-randolph-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Other | For permit b200447905: replacement general contractor. Replacement electrical contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200511099](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511099/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [340 E Randolph St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/340-e-randolph-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to kitchen, laundry room and fireplace. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 5803. | $50,000 | [B200465644](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200465644/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [340 E Randolph St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/340-e-randolph-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install other. Specific location: basement, utility shaft, equipment room. | $14,615 | [B200508309](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508309/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [445 E North Water St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/445-e-north-water-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 2 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), unit 1103. | $10,000 | [B200481971](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481971/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [400 N Mcclurg Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-n-mcclurg-ct/) | 0.21 mi NW | Other | Permit expires on 10/11/2026 erection starts: 8/29/2026, erection ends: 8/31/2026. Self cert. CDC 2029. 2026 Lizzie mcneills irish pub tent event on august 30, 2026. Set-up is aug 29 and takedown is aug 31, 2026. 1-20X120 alum frame tent on the street. Lizzie mcneills irish pub with ez tent rentals. | $4,000 | [101087099](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087099/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [360 E Randolph St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/360-e-randolph-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior concrete repair of bathroom ceiling with associated electrical- all work per building violations dated 4-29-2026. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), apt. 4005. | $4,000 | [B200477948](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477948/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [445 E North Water St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/445-e-north-water-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: a custom kitchen remodel to the existing singlefamily 3-story brick residence with basement - (pd368 zoning, r-5occupancy, type 3a construction) -for the chmura/chen residence | $147,000 | [101084134](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084134/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [400 N Lake Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-n-lake-shore-dr/) | 0.21 mi N | Elevator | Oia '462 E north water st' installation of (1) one bmu (window washer), pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $1,643,200 | [101085718](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085718/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [415 E North Water St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/415-e-north-water-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration for new wall, cabinets, and floor finishes w/ associated plumbing and electrical. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), apt #3206. | $12,000 | [B200472657](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472657/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [340 E Randolph St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/340-e-randolph-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior kitchen remodel in unit 5402. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 5402-kitchen | $44,000 | [B200470575](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470575/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [415 E North Water St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/415-e-north-water-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 10. Lighting outlets: 8. Specific location: suite 2203. | $20,000 | [B200469846](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469846/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [333 E Benton Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/333-e-benton-pl/) | 0.19 mi SW | Other | Permit expires on 07/18/2026 erection starts: 6/5/2026, erection ends: 6/6/2026. Self cert. CBC 2019. Reinstatment of 2025 permit 101069498 for the 2026 magellan development tent canopies at lakeshore east park on june 6 2026. Setup is june 5 and takedown is june 6, 2026. Same 1-20ft x 90ft canopy a | $7,000 | [101083569](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083569/) |
| May 17, 2026 | [415 E North Water St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/415-e-north-water-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 11 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), kitchen and bathrooms. | $50,000 | [B200469397](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469397/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [462 E North Water St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/462-e-north-water-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 68 FT., max. Height: 42 FT. Location: west elevation scaffold. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200470455](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470455/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on N Harbor Dr with permits, nearest house number first:

- [195 N Harbor Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/195-n-harbor-dr/): newest permit Sep 4, 2025
- [175 N Harbor Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/175-n-harbor-dr/): newest permit May 27, 2026
- [155 N Harbor Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/155-n-harbor-dr/): newest permit May 4, 2026

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