# Building permits at 2144 N Bell Ave, Chicago, IL The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $710,000 alteration or repair at 2074 N Leavitt St, permitted Sep 11. One permit here in the last two years. The newest, Aug 25: Spr 2019 CBRC revision to permit 101048992 interior repairs to existing 2-1/2 story brick coach house due to. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 36 more permits (35 projects) since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 25, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC revision to permit 101048992 interior repairs to existing 2-1/2 story brick coach house due to fire damage (occupancy group R-5, type iii-a construction), per plans change of contractors:mason - mark c construction and HVAC - comfortable heating inc certified plans corrections: conditi | $322,325 | [101081373](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081373/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 36 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### Next door (under 250 ft), 2 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Jun 9, 2026 | [2212 W Shakespeare Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2212-w-shakespeare-ave/) | 220 ft SE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: interior of a single family home. | $9,000 | [B200473909](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473909/) | | Jun 2, 2026 | [2212 W Shakespeare Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2212-w-shakespeare-ave/) | 220 ft SE | Other | For permit 101065428: replacement electrical contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. Replacement other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200470730](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470730/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 19 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 12, 2026 | [2323 W Lyndale St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2323-w-lyndale-st/) | 780 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration includes reconfiguring some non-structural walls and 4 doors, replacing plumbing fixtures, kitchen cabinets, electrical fixtures and appliances, and relocating and adding some switches and devices. No added plumbing fixtures or electrical service. Locations: | $120,000 | [B200480078](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480078/) | | Oct 8, 2026 | [2129 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2129-n-oakley-ave/) | 340 ft SW | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 2 story masonry multi unit residence | $25,500 | [101086089](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086089/) | | Sep 29, 2026 | [2142 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2142-n-leavitt-st/) | 280 ft E | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 2 story masonry/frame residence and a detached frame garage | $16,550 | [B101086991](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101086991/) | | Sep 29, 2026 | [2142 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2142-n-leavitt-st/) | 280 ft E | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 2 story masonry/frame residence and a detached frame garage | $16,550 | [101086991](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086991/) | | Sep 28, 2026 | [2135 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2135-w-webster-ave/) | 590 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self cert: 2019 crbc interior layout changes to the basement with MEP work for existing three-story single-family residence, as per plans. R5 occupancy | $90,000 | [101088585](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088585/) | | Sep 28, 2026 | [2200 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2200-n-oakley-ave/) | 500 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 crbc: alterations to existing park fieldhouse exterior ramp and door modifications for accessibility. (Occupancy group a-3; type iii-b construction) | $200,000 | [101085752](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085752/) | | Sep 11, 2026 | [2074 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2074-n-leavitt-st/) | 580 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior renovation of existing (5) dwelling units and (1) commercial space (existing dance studio into offices) in existing 3 story mixed use buildng w/ basement as per plans (occupancy group R-2, B; type IIIA construction) | $710,000 | [101087205](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087205/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [2124 W Dickens Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2124-w-dickens-ave/) | 990 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 250 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: back facade. | $8,280 | [B200510797](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510797/) | | Aug 17, 2026 | [2247 W Shakespeare Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2247-w-shakespeare-ave/) | 290 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: renovation and rear addition to existing 2 1/2 story 2 du residential building to incude demolition and replacement of interior walls, portions of exterior masonry, enclosed porch, and a new v-a 2 car detached garage with roof deck as per plans (occupancy group r5; type IIIA construct | $550,000 | [101020003](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101020003/) | | Jul 30, 2026 | [2062 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2062-n-leavitt-st/) | 700 ft SE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 949 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: roof of dwelling. IL Roofing contractor license: 104017822. | $26,770 | [B200479104](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479104/) | | Jul 20, 2026 | [2324 W Dickens Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2324-w-dickens-ave/) | 940 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Self-certification remodel to existing garage at single unit residence, including new roof deck and new stairs. No change to use or occupancy. | $25,000 | [101084042](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084042/) | | Jul 14, 2026 | [2333 W Charleston St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2333-w-charleston-st/) | 870 ft SW | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Vinyl/pvc fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 12'-0' ' (length). Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 6'-5' ' (length). Location: side of the property. | $4,598 | [B200476877](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476877/) | | Jul 14, 2026 | [2202 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2202-n-leavitt-st/) | 290 ft E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC. Provide private occupiable non combustible roof deck with a steel pergola on top of the existing 3 story, 2 dwelling unit type VA frame building. To include a new steel pergola on top of the existing detached two car garage roof deck, as per plans. R5 occupancy classification. | $55,000 | [101080093](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080093/) | | Jul 7, 2026 | [2306 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2306-w-belden-ave/) | 960 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: exterior alterations to existing single family residence. Remove existing wood deck and replace with new steel deck. No change to building footprint, no change in use. | $50,000 | [101083568](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083568/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [2215 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2215-w-belden-ave/) | 780 ft N | Other | Reinstate permit no 100943811 must begin work and or request inspection no later than september 2026 on permit no 100943811. Separate admin change require to update contractors. | Not listed | [101085517](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085517/) | | Jun 17, 2026 | [2221 W Charleston St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2221-w-charleston-st/) | 510 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 10 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:2 spaces. Specific location: garage. | $9,500 | [B200475102](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475102/) | | Jun 12, 2026 | [2223 W Charleston St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2223-w-charleston-st/) | 510 ft S | 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. | $3,000 | [B200472956](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472956/) | | Jun 11, 2026 | [2233 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2233-n-leavitt-st/) | 540 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 100 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: basement and garage. | $2,969 | [B200474413](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474413/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [2226 N Hamilton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2226-n-hamilton-ave/) | 690 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 100 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: parking spot. | $3,800 | [B200469402](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469402/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 15 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 10, 2026 | [2332 W Mclean Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2332-w-mclean-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 30 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 5. Lighting outlets: 8. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: basement,garage. | $18,000 | [B200511211](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511211/) | | Sep 3, 2026 | [2214 W Medill Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2214-w-medill-ave/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Self cert-2019 chicago construction code-remove existing enclosed wooden porch and stairs at the rear of the building and construct a new open wooden porch and stairs in kind to an existing three story plus basement multifamily building occupancy class r5 construction class iii-a | $15,000 | [101080227](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080227/) | | Aug 31, 2026 | [2072 N Western Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2072-n-western-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: sprinkler room, stairwells. | Not listed | [B200480313](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480313/) | | Aug 31, 2026 | [2114 W Dickens Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2114-w-dickens-ave/) | 0.20 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Self certification 2019 CBRC: interior renovation. Deconversion of an existing 2 flat into a single-family residence.interior first floor renovation of an existing kitchen and bathroom.no changes to building footprint, existing egress or occupancy. | $150,000 | [101085438](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085438/) | | Aug 12, 2026 | [2076 N Western Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2076-n-western-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | Elevator | Installation of (1) one eg passenger elevator, 2100lbs capacity @ 150fpm, 4 floors, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $118,700 | [101087203](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087203/) | | Jul 23, 2026 | [2117 W Dickens Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2117-w-dickens-ave/) | 0.21 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: side of home. | $8,266 | [B200479746](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479746/) | | Jul 11, 2026 | [2119 W Dickens Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2119-w-dickens-ave/) | 0.21 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: garage. | $1,000 | [B200478288](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478288/) | | Jul 9, 2026 | [2332 N Hamilton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2332-n-hamilton-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: front of building). Landing: 95 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $4,000 | [B200477643](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477643/) | | Jul 8, 2026 | [2058 N Western Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2058-n-western-ave/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 30 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: common area. | $7,000 | [B200477846](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477846/) | | Jul 8, 2026 | [2212 N Seeley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2212-n-seeley-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 80'-0' ' (length). Location: backyard. | $5,986 | [B200476933](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476933/) | | Jun 18, 2026 | [2215 W Mclean Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2215-w-mclean-ave/) | 0.20 mi S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 rooftop packaged unit(bryant, 582lj05a090a2a0aa, roof top). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, roof top. | $17,127 | [B200474719](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474719/) | | Jun 9, 2026 | [2057 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2057-n-hoyne-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 300 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: front elevation-exterior work. | $20,500 | [B200470834](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470834/) | | Jun 4, 2026 | [2339 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2339-w-belden-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Vinyl/pvc fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 48'-0' ' (length). Location: east side of property. | $1,000 | [B200473243](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473243/) | | May 16, 2026 | [2040 W Shakespeare Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2040-w-shakespeare-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement. | $200 | [B200470944](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470944/) | | May 14, 2026 | [2141 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2141-n-hoyne-ave/) | 0.19 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). Landing: 149 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $4,000 | [B200470176](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470176/) | ## 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 N Bell Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [1655 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1655-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Aug 24, 2026 - [1643 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1643-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Aug 1, 2025 - [1632 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1632-n-bell-ave/): newest permit May 9, 2025 - [1611 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1611-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Dec 3, 2024 - [1540 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1540-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Sep 1, 2026 - [1532 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1532-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Sep 1, 2026 - [1527 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1527-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Oct 6, 2025 - [1515 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1515-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Oct 3, 2024 - [1511 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1511-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Nov 28, 2025 - [2813 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2813-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Sep 3, 2025 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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