# Building permits at 2138 W Pierce Ave, Chicago, IL

1655 N Bell Ave: demolition permitted May 14, a new building Jun 15.

Three permits on record here. The newest, May 20, 2025: Repair exterior siding. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 36 more permits (35 projects) since May 1. Five are for new buildings, the nearest 610 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Repair exterior siding. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, exterior siding. | $20,000 | [B200424203](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200424203/) |
| Oct 21, 2021 | Roofing | Remove existing ashphalt shingle roof and underlayment down to original wood sheeting. Install waterproof/fire retardent membrane below new roofing. | $30,000 | [100944769](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100944769/) |
| Oct 23, 2007 | Alteration or repair | Replace exist garage | $16,000 | [100199074](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100199074/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [2137 W Schiller St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2137-w-schiller-st/) | 890 ft 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 24, 2026 | [2036 W Le Moyne St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2036-w-le-moyne-st/) | 800 ft 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 16, 2026 | [1558 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1558-n-hoyne-ave/) | 420 ft NE | 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/) | 870 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/) | 870 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/) | 630 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 | [101082357](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082357/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [1532 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1532-n-bell-ave/) | 610 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 | [101082351](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082351/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [2100 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2100-w-north-ave/) | 550 ft NE | 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/) | 570 ft E | 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/) | 290 ft W | 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/) |
| Jul 18, 2026 | [2133 W Schiller St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2133-w-schiller-st/) | 890 ft 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 16, 2026 | [2155 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2155-w-north-ave/) | 360 ft NW | 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/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [1432 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1432-n-hoyne-ave/) | 600 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 13, 2026 | [1516 N Oakley Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1516-n-oakley-blvd/) | 950 ft W | 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/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 22 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | [1356 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1356-n-hoyne-ave/) | 0.20 mi S | 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 18, 2026 | [1567 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1567-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 0.25 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/) | 0.25 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/) | 0.20 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 31, 2026 | [1600 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1600-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 0.20 mi 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/) | 0.20 mi 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 21, 2026 | [1520 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1520-n-damen-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | 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/) | 0.23 mi W | Sign | Installation of channel letter signage for business identification purposes | $5,000 | [101078798](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078798/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [1669 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1669-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 0.20 mi 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 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 28, 2026 | [1423 N Oakley Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1423-n-oakley-blvd/) | 0.21 mi SW | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: north side of building). | $33,000 | [B200479988](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479988/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [1579 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1579-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 0.23 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/) | 0.20 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/) | 0.25 mi NE | 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 15, 2026 | [1655 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1655-n-bell-ave/) | 0.20 mi 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 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/) | 0.25 mi NE | 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/) | 0.25 mi NE | 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/) | 0.24 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/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: 1st floor business. | $5,000 | [B200471305](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471305/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [1655 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1655-n-bell-ave/) | 0.20 mi 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/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

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

- [2134 W Pierce Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2134-w-pierce-ave/): newest permit Jun 5, 2023
- [2118 W Pierce Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2118-w-pierce-ave/): newest permit May 9, 2025
- [2049 W Pierce Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2049-w-pierce-ave/): newest permit Aug 6, 2026
- [2010 W Pierce Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2010-w-pierce-ave/): newest permit Jan 26, 2022
- [1646 W Pierce Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1646-w-pierce-ave/): newest permit Feb 24, 2025
- [3228 W Pierce Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3228-w-pierce-ave/): newest permit Jul 30, 2026
- [3235 W Pierce Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3235-w-pierce-ave/): newest permit Aug 29, 2025
- [3300 W Pierce Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3300-w-pierce-ave/): newest permit Oct 6, 2026
- [3311 W Pierce Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3311-w-pierce-ave/): newest permit Oct 29, 2024
- [3320 W Pierce Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3320-w-pierce-ave/): newest permit Jan 8, 2025

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