# Building permits at 2512 E 79th St, Chicago, IL

Four permits on record here. The newest, Oct 15, 2024: Line voltage electrical work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 22 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2024 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 800 amp service disconnecting means with 18 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 4. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement. | $18,000 | [B200400908](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200400908/) |
| Jul 2, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 300 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 2, MAX. Length 4. Location: brick work to fix violations and maintain building. | $7,000 | [B200021092](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200021092/) |
| Mar 23, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Masonry repairs and tuckpointing to correct building code violations. | $10,000 | [101010152](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101010152/) |
| Dec 15, 2008 | Alteration or repair | Replace sump pump and repair sewage system in bsmt, s.a.e., subject to field inspection. | $250 | [100271239](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100271239/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 26, 2026 | [7900 S Essex Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7900-s-essex-ave/) | 210 ft W | Addition | For permit b200005918: replacement plumbing contractor. Additional plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200471333](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471333/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [7821 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7821-s-phillips-ave/) | 590 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 7, MAX. Length 8. Location: front elevation lintels. | $28,427 | [B200507873](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507873/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [2346 E 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2346-e-79th-st/) | 970 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 rooftop packaged unit(trane, ysk102a3s0h000, rooftop) 1 rooftop packaged unit(trane, ysk120a3s0h003, rooftop). Electrical work under this permit = yes. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, roof top.. | $50,000 | [B200511249](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511249/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [7822 S Yates Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7822-s-yates-blvd/) | 930 ft W | Alteration or repair | Scope of work: spr 2019 CBC: convert from single family residential to 2 flat by legalizing first level storage into a dwelling unit. Substantial rehab to include new exterior siding. Repair of fire damage. New bath. Basement to include 1 new bath, 1 new kitchen per plans. Rear yard to include 2 par | $50,000 | [101069968](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101069968/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [2425 E 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2425-e-79th-st/) | 530 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 rooftop packaged unit(york-jci unit, model # zt150n24r2b6lca1a2) 1 rooftop packaged unit(york m#kt120n24r2bflca1a1) 1 rooftop packaged unit(york m# pg3e60l10s31). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential un | $27,095 | [B200512817](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512817/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [7830 S Yates Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7830-s-yates-blvd/) | 900 ft W | Demolition | Scope: wreck and remove detached brick garage (no replacement). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, garage. | $15,000 | [B200511257](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511257/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [7740 S Kingston Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7740-s-kingston-ave/) | 850 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 299 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: N. Bottom wall, W. Top wall. | $9,000 | [B200512113](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512113/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [7827 S Colfax Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7827-s-colfax-ave/) | 640 ft NE | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). Landing: 160 square feet. | $9,500 | [B200511867](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511867/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [7830 S Yates Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7830-s-yates-blvd/) | 900 ft W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: remove and replace 2 story exterior steel & concrete porch with new steel porch with wood decking to existing 2-story multi-family residential building- same size and location (occupancy R-2; type IIIA construction) | $60,000 | [101086728](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086728/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [7919 S Essex Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7919-s-essex-ave/) | 270 ft SW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 3000 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: roof covering replacent. IL Roofing contractor license: 104005608. | $15,000 | [B200507578](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507578/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [7918 S Essex Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7918-s-essex-ave/) | 310 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 450 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 8, MAX. Length 6. Location: masonry repairs, tuckpointing, repl lintels up 6ft. | $12,500 | [B200507577](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507577/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [2633 E 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2633-e-79th-st/) | 850 ft E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 crbc 1- story commercial bldg interior alterations for new tutoring center as per plans **certified plans corrections: conditional permit subject to field inspections | $68,000 | [101079687](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079687/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [2447 E 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2447-e-79th-st/) | 320 ft W | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: interior renovations for an existing 3 story, 8 unit mixed-use building. No change to demising walls or common areas. New mechanical, electrical and plumbing work. Exterior work includes repair of existing wood porch & stairs to make it code compliant (occ group R-2, const. Type iiia) | $200,000 | [101077303](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077303/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [7757 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7757-s-phillips-ave/) | 810 ft NW | Other | For permit 101072220: replacement mason contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200479085](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479085/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [7919 S Essex Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7919-s-essex-ave/) | 270 ft SW | Fence, wall or deck | Emergency removal of dilapidated 3-story porch at rear. Locations: 6 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, remove 3 story frame rear porch per inspection. | $5,000 | [B200478733](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478733/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [2626 E 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2626-e-79th-st/) | 800 ft E | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall at walls and ceiling, no plumbing, electrical or structural repairs included. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), ceiling wall. | $8,400 | [B200465800](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200465800/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 6 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [2338 E 78th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2338-e-78th-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: remove and reinstall solar panel for roof work. | $1,200 | [B200513677](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513677/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [8021 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8021-s-phillips-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood exterior stairway (quantity: 1, location: south side of building). | $3,500 | [B200479016](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479016/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [7716 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7716-s-phillips-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 100 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 1, MAX. Length 11. Location: east elevation. | $3,500 | [B200473122](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473122/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [7821 S Oglesby Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7821-s-oglesby-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Other | For permit 100934136: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. Change of owner for permit 100934136. New owner listed on this permit. | Not listed | [B200472386](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472386/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [8021 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8021-s-phillips-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | 2019 CBRC: New 3 car masonry detached garage (occupancy group r5; type IIIA construction) | $30,000 | [101071027](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101071027/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [7821 S Oglesby Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7821-s-oglesby-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Other | Final reinstatement on permit no 100934136 must begin work and or request inspection no later than ***december 2026*** must finalize all inspection by the end of the year.separate admin change require to update contractors | Not listed | [101083993](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083993/) |

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Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). Checked 2026-10-05 10:39 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

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