# Building permits at 2156 W North Ave, Chicago, IL New buildings permitted at five addresses within 750 ft since May 1, the largest $2.1M. One permit on record here. The newest, Apr 24, 2025: Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 150 SQ. FT. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 27 more permits since May 1. The nearest permit for a new building is 500 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Apr 24, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 150 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: replace 170 bricks, tucpoint 150 sf south elev. | $8,500 | [B200416404](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200416404/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 27 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/) | 80 ft S | 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), 14 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 16, 2026 | [1558 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1558-n-hoyne-ave/) | 620 ft E | 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/) | 750 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 | [101082365](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082365/) | | Sep 1, 2026 | [1541 N Oakley Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1541-n-oakley-blvd/) | 720 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/) | 500 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/) | 540 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 24, 2026 | [1655 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1655-n-bell-ave/) | 640 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 20, 2026 | [2322 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2322-w-north-ave/) | 980 ft 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/) | 880 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/) | 560 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/) | 890 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/) | 490 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. | $3,886 | [B200479817](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479817/) | | Jun 15, 2026 | [1655 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1655-n-bell-ave/) | 640 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/) | | May 14, 2026 | [1655 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1655-n-bell-ave/) | 640 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/) | | May 13, 2026 | [1516 N Oakley Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1516-n-oakley-blvd/) | 910 ft 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/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 12 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 30, 2026 | [2016 W Wabansia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2016-w-wabansia-ave/) | 0.24 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/) | 0.23 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 24, 2026 | [1734 N Wilmot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1734-n-wilmot-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | 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/) | 0.20 mi NE | 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 15, 2026 | [1542 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1542-n-damen-ave/) | 0.25 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/) | | Aug 31, 2026 | [1600 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1600-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 0.23 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/) | | Jul 28, 2026 | [1423 N Oakley Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1423-n-oakley-blvd/) | 0.25 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 23, 2026 | [1741 N Wilmot Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1741-n-wilmot-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | 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 8, 2026 | [1542 N Damen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1542-n-damen-ave/) | 0.25 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 8, 2026 | [1432 N Hoyne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1432-n-hoyne-ave/) | 0.20 mi 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/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [2333 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2333-w-north-ave/) | 0.20 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/) | | 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 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 North Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [2155 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2155-w-north-ave/): newest permit Jul 16, 2026 - [2157 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2157-w-north-ave/): newest permit Dec 12, 2025 - [2136 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2136-w-north-ave/): newest permit Oct 28, 2025 - [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 - [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 - [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 - [2248 W North Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2248-w-north-ave/): newest permit Apr 14, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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