# Building permits at 2115 W Potomac Ave, Chicago, IL 1945 W Potomac Ave: demolition permitted May 13, a new building Jul 7. Seven permits on record here. The newest, Apr 15: Conversion of an existing 2-story single-family dwelling to a 2-unit building composed of a duplex-up and. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 46 more permits since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 220 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Apr 15, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: conversion of an existing 2-story single-family dwelling to a 2-unit building composed of a duplex-up and basement level dwelling unit. Scope includes a new masonry rear addition at the basement level through the second floor and a frame third floor addition. New windows and a new mas | $2,000,000 | [101074814](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101074814/) | | Nov 25, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior preparatory demolition of nonload bearing drywall, finishes and m.e.p. Systems with demo drawings and all other work to be performed on 101074814. Locations: 2 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), basement, first and second floor interior demo. | $20,000 | [B200445512](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200445512/) | | Oct 24, 2025 | Demolition | Wreck and remove detached frame garage, no replacement. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, rear of yard | $5,000 | [B200445242](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200445242/) | | Apr 26, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing - no structural work - 2400 sqft | $4,200 | [100968840](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100968840/) | | Jan 17, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Replace 4 windows on west side facade - no work to front facade. | $2,300 | [100424937](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100424937/) | | Oct 14, 2010 | Fence, wall or deck | Fences: 95 FT long x 6ft tall and 30 FT long x 6ft tall: qty 2 | $4,000 | [100367791](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100367791/) | | Oct 9, 2009 | Alteration or repair | East parapet wall & chimney. Repair. | $1,800 | [100314700](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100314700/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 46 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 | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 14, 2026 | [1251 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1251-n-hoyne-ave/) | 220 ft E | 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/) | | May 21, 2026 | [1242 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1242-n-hoyne-ave/) | 180 ft SE | 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 19, 2026 | [1242 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1242-n-hoyne-ave/) | 180 ft SE | 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/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 21 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 6, 2026 | [2137 W Schiller St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2137-w-schiller-st/) | 810 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 15 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement and outside. | $12,796 | [B200509694](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509694/) | | Sep 30, 2026 | [2154 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2154-w-division-st/) | 710 ft SW | 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 21, 2026 | [1356 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1356-n-hoyne-ave/) | 680 ft N | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: revision to permit #101068722 for changes to electrical service. Revision includes new screen wall on garage roof deck as well as size and location of electrical service. (Occupancy type R-5, const type v) | $7,000 | [101085605](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085605/) | | Sep 17, 2026 | [1320 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1320-n-hoyne-ave/) | 310 ft NE | 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 12, 2026 | [2033 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2033-w-division-st/) | 820 ft SE | 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/) | 460 ft SE | 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/) | 690 ft S | 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/) | 980 ft S | 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/) | | Jul 30, 2026 | [2154 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2154-w-potomac-ave/) | 420 ft W | 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 18, 2026 | [2133 W Schiller St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2133-w-schiller-st/) | 800 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New temporary 100 amp service disconnecting means with 4 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: back of the house. | $1,500 | [B200478120](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478120/) | | Jul 13, 2026 | [2101 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2101-w-division-st/) | 680 ft S | 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/) | 680 ft S | 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 3, 2026 | [2111 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2111-w-division-st/) | 660 ft S | 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 17, 2026 | [2154 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2154-w-division-st/) | 710 ft SW | 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/) | 710 ft SW | 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/) | | May 13, 2026 | [2216 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2216-w-potomac-ave/) | 710 ft W | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 495 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: on the roof top of building. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018798. | $9,600 | [B200470524](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470524/) | | May 7, 2026 | [2220 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2220-w-potomac-ave/) | 760 ft W | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 612 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: on the roof top of building. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018798. | $13,900 | [B200469752](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469752/) | | May 7, 2026 | [2218 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2218-w-potomac-ave/) | 730 ft W | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 495 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: on the roof top of building. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018798. | $9,630 | [B200469746](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469746/) | | May 7, 2026 | [2214 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2214-w-potomac-ave/) | 680 ft W | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 498 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: on the roof top of building. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018798. | $11,200 | [B200469590](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469590/) | | May 6, 2026 | [2000 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2000-w-division-st/) | 1,000 ft SE | 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/) | 670 ft S | 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), 22 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 9, 2026 | [2248 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2248-w-potomac-ave/) | 0.19 mi W | Other | Change of owner for permit 101088952. New owner listed on this permit. | Not listed | [B200515282](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200515282/) | | Sep 30, 2026 | [2233 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2233-w-division-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to cath lab B to replace existing ge equipment in existing hospital. Work includes alterations to ceiling, partitions, counter tops and existing electrical to accommodate new equipment. No change in use. Construction type IA. | $293,729 | [101087751](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087751/) | | Sep 28, 2026 | [2248 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2248-w-potomac-ave/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace existing rear open wood porch and stairs as per plan | $25,000 | [101088952](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088952/) | | Sep 14, 2026 | [1945 W Evergreen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1945-w-evergreen-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | 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/) | | Sep 9, 2026 | [1937 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1937-w-division-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | 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 8, 2026 | [1301 N Oakley Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1301-n-oakley-blvd/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace existing rear open wood porch and stairs as per plan. | $25,000 | [101088118](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088118/) | | Sep 2, 2026 | [1307 N Oakley Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1307-n-oakley-blvd/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: removal of an existing front entry wood landing and steps, request for an administrative zoning variation to establish a new front yard setback to add a new entry with concrete steps and landing, an interior vestibule with coat closet and in an existing detached single family residenc | $7,308 | [101076151](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076151/) | | Aug 26, 2026 | [1341 N Oakley Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1341-n-oakley-blvd/) | 0.23 mi W | Other | Reinstate permit no 100940734 must begin work and or request inspection no later than june 2026 on permit no 100940734 | Not listed | [101077404](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077404/) | | Aug 21, 2026 | [1329 N Oakley Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1329-n-oakley-blvd/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: frame garage repair and new rear wood porch with stairs to an existing 2 dwelling units in a 2.5 story brick/frame building with basement (occupancy R-5; type v-a construction) | $25,000 | [101086027](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086027/) | | Aug 6, 2026 | [2016 W Haddon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2016-w-haddon-ave/) | 0.21 mi SE | 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 3, 2026 | [2142 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2142-w-thomas-st/) | 0.24 mi S | 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 28, 2026 | [1937 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1937-w-division-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | 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/) | 0.24 mi SE | 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 22, 2026 | [2136 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2136-w-thomas-st/) | 0.24 mi S | 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 21, 2026 | [1122 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1122-n-hoyne-ave/) | 0.19 mi S | 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 7, 2026 | [1945 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1945-w-potomac-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | 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/) | | Jun 23, 2026 | [1323 N Oakley Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1323-n-oakley-blvd/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Proposed rear 2 story addition, rear patio, and interior renovations for an existing 2 story SFR w/basement, per plans. Certified plan corrections. | $400,000 | [101080582](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080582/) | | Jun 8, 2026 | [1432 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1432-n-hoyne-ave/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Scope: 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 #101081657. Locations: 16 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1st-4th floors. | $2,000,000 | [B200471287](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471287/) | | May 26, 2026 | [2233 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2233-w-division-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: institutional. Start date: 5/21/2026. End date: 11/17/2026. 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 permi | Not listed | [B200470818](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470818/) | | May 20, 2026 | [1133 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1133-n-damen-ave/) | 0.24 mi 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 15, 2026 | [1133 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1133-n-damen-ave/) | 0.24 mi 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/) | 0.20 mi E | 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/) | ## 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 Potomac Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [2144 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2144-w-potomac-ave/): newest permit Apr 15, 2026 - [2154 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2154-w-potomac-ave/): newest permit Jul 30, 2026 - [2157 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2157-w-potomac-ave/): newest permit Mar 27, 2026 - [2039 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2039-w-potomac-ave/): newest permit Oct 13, 2025 - [2019 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2019-w-potomac-ave/): newest permit Feb 12, 2025 - [2214 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2214-w-potomac-ave/): newest permit May 7, 2026 - [2216 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2216-w-potomac-ave/): newest permit May 13, 2026 - [2218 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2218-w-potomac-ave/): newest permit May 7, 2026 - [2220 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2220-w-potomac-ave/): newest permit May 7, 2026 - [2224 W Potomac Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2224-w-potomac-ave/): newest permit Jan 5, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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