# Building permits at 2136 W North Ave, Chicago, IL

New buildings permitted at five addresses within 950 ft since May 1, the largest $2.1M.

Six permits on record here. The newest, Oct 28, 2025: Repair or in-kind replacement of 1 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 41 more permits (40 projects) since May 1. The nearest permit for a new building is 670 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2025 | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 1 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), kitchen floor. | $4,139 | [B200448471](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200448471/) |
| Sep 6, 2016 | Sign | South elevation: 8'-6" x 2'-4" led illuminated sign "city press juice & bottle" | $2,600 | [100653704](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100653704/) |
| Apr 25, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Work in 1st floor commercial space: replace mill work, shelving, doors. (No structural work); subject to field inspections. Interior work only. | $21,150 | [100646636](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100646636/) |
| Apr 22, 2016 | Electrical | Repair/replace outlets, light switches and fixtures on the 1st floor store. Interior work only. | $1,500 | [B100646347](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100646347/) |
| Jul 5, 2007 | Elevator | Install one hydraulic passenger elevator as per plans | $81,500 | [100185083](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100185083/) |
| Jul 11, 2006 | New building | Construction of a new 4-story, 6-unit residential building w/ground floor mercantile of iii-b construction plus construction of detached 2-car garage. | $638,000 | [100091809](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100091809/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | [2155 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2155-w-north-ave/) | 200 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Spr CBC 2019: interior alterations limited restaurant new coffee shop/cafe. Type iii-a construction | $100,000 | [101080378](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080378/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 16 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | [1734 N Wilmot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1734-n-wilmot-ave/) | 990 ft N | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: front of building). | $23,000 | [B200512533](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512533/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [1734 N Wilmot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1734-n-wilmot-ave/) | 990 ft N | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: other). | $4,500 | [B200512558](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512558/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1558 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1558-n-hoyne-ave/) | 440 ft SE | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 400lb capacity, ADA thru the floor, 13fpm, platform lift, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | Not listed | [101087055](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087055/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [1535 N Oakley Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1535-n-oakley-blvd/) | 930 ft W | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: full building permit for 3 story 7 d.u. Building with basement, rooftop deck, pergola, rooftop stair enclosures, rear deck at 1st story, front balony at 1st thru 3rd story, detached 4 car & 3 car garagres with rooftop deck (occupancy group R-2, type IIIA construction). | $1,931,724 | [101082365](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082365/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [1541 N Oakley Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1541-n-oakley-blvd/) | 910 ft W | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: full building permit for 3 story 7 d.u. Building with basement, rooftop deck, pergola, rooftop stair enclosures, rear deck at 1st story, front balony at 1st thru 3rd story, detached 4 car & 3 car garagres with rooftop deck (occupancy group R-2, type IIIA construction). | $2,071,955 | [101082364](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082364/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [1540 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1540-n-bell-ave/) | 670 ft SW | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: full building permit for 3 story 7 d.u. Building with basement, rooftop deck, pergola, rooftop stair enclosures, rear deck at 1st story, front balony at 1st thru 3rd story, detached 4 car & 3 car garagres with rooftop deck (occupancy group R-2, type IIIA construction). | $1,931,724 | [101082357](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082357/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [1532 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1532-n-bell-ave/) | 710 ft SW | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: full building permit for 3 story 7 d.u. Building with basement, rooftop deck, pergola, rooftop stair enclosures, rear deck at 1st story, front balony at 1st thru 3rd story, detached 4 car & 3 car garagres with rooftop deck (occupancy group R-2, type IIIA construction). | $1,931,724 | [101082351](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082351/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [1600 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1600-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 1,000 ft E | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 100 FT., max. Height: 130 FT. Location: all exterior facade elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200509732](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509732/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [1655 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1655-n-bell-ave/) | 760 ft NW | Other | For permit 101083786: replacement general contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. Replacement other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200508462](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508462/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [1669 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1669-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 710 ft NE | Elevator | Replacement of cylinder on one(1) 2100lb capacity, 4-floor, passenger elevator(wabansia), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev019357) | Not listed | [101087457](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087457/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [2100 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2100-w-north-ave/) | 360 ft E | Sign | Bucktown fitness club, inc.existing electrical id proj sign location: south elevationsign facing: north ave.reads: bucktown fitness club | $3,500 | [101084128](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084128/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [2049 W Pierce Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2049-w-pierce-ave/) | 730 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 300 SQ. FT. Location: front facade parapet wall. | $10,000 | [B200479860](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479860/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [1518 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1518-n-leavitt-st/) | 560 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: garage. | $3,886 | [B200479817](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479817/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [1655 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1655-n-bell-ave/) | 760 ft NW | New building | Self cert 2019 CBC: erect a 2 story VA frame single family residence with basement, first fl rear porch, and attached garage with roof deck and pergolas, existing occupancy R-5, proposed occupancy R-5, type of construction VA, per plans. | $714,000 | [101083786](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083786/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [1432 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1432-n-hoyne-ave/) | 950 ft SE | 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 14, 2026 | [1655 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1655-n-bell-ave/) | 760 ft NW | Demolition | Wrfeck and remove a 2 story masonry multi unit residence and a detached frame garage | $20,000 | [B101080351](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101080351/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 24 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [2137 W Schiller St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2137-w-schiller-st/) | 0.25 mi S | 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 | [2016 W Wabansia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2016-w-wabansia-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1250 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: east elevation wall. | $38,000 | [B200513375](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513375/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [2036 W Le Moyne St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2036-w-le-moyne-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: front facade. | $12,800 | [B200513159](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513159/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [1567 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1567-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | Sign | Qdoba mexican eats: internally illuminated face-lit projecting sign (n milwaukee ave elevation) - 1'-0" h x 3'-4" projection (3 SQ ft) | $6,000 | [101086683](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086683/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [1567 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1567-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | Sign | Qdoba mexican eats: internally illuminated face-lit suspended window sign, interior mounted (n milwaukee ave elevation) - 3'-3" h x 3'-9" W (12 SQ ft) | $3,500 | [101086682](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086682/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [1542 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1542-n-damen-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Other | For permit 101083514: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200509781](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509781/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [1566 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1566-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | Sign | Illuminated projecting double faced blade sign; building mounted; north elevation; e/w facing text; 16 sq/ft; old style, the revel room | $3,500 | [101084861](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084861/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [1520 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1520-n-damen-ave/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 800 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: rear of building. | $5,000 | [B200508313](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508313/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [2322 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2322-w-north-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Sign | Installation of channel letter signage for business identification purposes | $5,000 | [101078798](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078798/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [1644 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1644-n-damen-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: alterations to existing tenant space within existing 2-story single-tenant building. Alterations include lowering of first floor, conversion of existing second floor to equipment platform, resulting in a 1-story building, a 1-story addition at the front of the building, an equip | $400,000 | [101086615](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086615/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [1572 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1572-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | 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 #101084279. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), 1st floor commercial space. | $35,000 | [B200480415](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480415/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [1741 N Wilmot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1741-n-wilmot-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: garage. | $1,804 | [B200479815](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479815/) |
| Jul 18, 2026 | [2133 W Schiller St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2133-w-schiller-st/) | 0.25 mi S | 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 | [1579 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1579-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Elevator | Modernization w/ new piston and cylinder, of one(1) 2100lb capacity, 3-floor, 100fpm, passenger elevator(only), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev004541) | $372,000 | [101085697](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085697/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [1542 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1542-n-damen-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC alterations to existing first floor tenant space within existing two story building. Alterations include: new kitchen with exhaust hood, restroom fixtures, interior partition walls, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and fire protection. All signage under separate permit. No change | $750,000 | [101083514](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083514/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [1627 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1627-n-damen-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Install audio. Specific location: first floor. | $16,000 | [B200474226](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474226/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [1700 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1700-n-damen-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBC m1-2, B, business use (a-2 w/ occupant load | $400,000 | [101080395](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080395/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [2333 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2333-w-north-ave/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: exterior brick work. | $10,000 | [B200472236](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472236/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [1627 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1627-n-damen-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 27 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 33. Lighting outlets: 24. Specific location: first floor (only tenant). | $140,000 | [B200471549](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471549/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [1627 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1627-n-damen-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 24. Specific location: first floor (only tenant). | $9,000 | [B200468359](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468359/) |
| May 30, 2026 | [1950 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1950-w-north-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 4000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: south and north elevation area. | $4,000 | [B200461844](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200461844/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [1615 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1615-n-damen-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: 1st floor business. | $5,000 | [B200471305](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471305/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [1516 N Oakley Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1516-n-oakley-blvd/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: tuckpoint (2) sidewalls / repair front steps. | $57,000 | [B200470340](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470340/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [1756 N Wilmot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1756-n-wilmot-ave/) | 0.21 mi N | Fence, wall or deck | Remove detached frame garage and rootop deck. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, wreck remove | $3,000 | [B200468058](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468058/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on W North Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [2130 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2130-w-north-ave/): newest permit Mar 16, 2026
- [2129 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2129-w-north-ave/): newest permit May 1, 2025
- [2155 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2155-w-north-ave/): newest permit Jul 16, 2026
- [2156 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2156-w-north-ave/): newest permit Apr 24, 2025
- [2157 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2157-w-north-ave/): newest permit Dec 12, 2025
- [2100 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2100-w-north-ave/): newest permit Aug 19, 2026
- [2212 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2212-w-north-ave/): newest permit Oct 30, 2024
- [2052 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2052-w-north-ave/): newest permit Sep 8, 2025
- [2234 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2234-w-north-ave/): newest permit Oct 24, 2024
- [2240 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2240-w-north-ave/): newest permit Nov 8, 2024

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