# Building permits at 27 E 120th St, Chicago, IL Two permits on record here. The newest, Oct 23, 2025: Limited repair (25% or less) for wood deck (non-rooftop). Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 10 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 23, 2025 | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood deck (non-rooftop) (quantity: 1, location: front of building). Landing: 18 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $2,310 | [B200447649](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200447649/) | | Jul 8, 2025 | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: front of building). Landing: 100 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $1,200 | [B200430074](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200430074/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 10 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 4 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 20, 2026 | [12026 S Lafayette Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12026-s-lafayette-ave/) | 710 ft W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC. Interior alterations and repairs to existing two story brick & fame SFR with basement (va construction type and R-5 occupancy) including electrical, HVAC and plumbing. Remove rear wood ramp and replace with new frame stars with landing. All work as per plans. | $80,000 | [101078691](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078691/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [12054 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12054-s-michigan-ave/) | 620 ft SE | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 7 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Repair or in-kind replacement of hot water heater(s). Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Includes repair or replacement of plumbing risers in existing chases. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 n | $2,000 | [B200472422](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472422/) | | May 27, 2026 | [11919 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/11919-s-state-st/) | 530 ft NW | Demolition | Emergency wreck and remove a 1 story frame residence | $13,900 | [B101079358](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101079358/) | | May 6, 2026 | [11951 S Lafayette Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/11951-s-lafayette-ave/) | 620 ft W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: work includes fire damage repair: replace drywall, plumbing fixtures and associated piping & repair front porch (replace landing & stairs only). Framing:replace the fire damaged joists. Replace roofing. Siding- electrical - all work same as existing; subject to field inspections. As r | $30,000 | [101058659](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101058659/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 6 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 16, 2026 | [12020 S Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12020-s-indiana-ave/) | 0.19 mi E | Electrical | For permit 100981320: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200511419](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511419/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [12020 S Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12020-s-indiana-ave/) | 0.19 mi E | Plumbing | For permit 100981320: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200510832](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510832/) | | Aug 31, 2026 | [12020 S Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12020-s-indiana-ave/) | 0.19 mi E | Other | For permit 100981320: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200506879](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506879/) | | Aug 17, 2026 | [12020 S Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12020-s-indiana-ave/) | 0.19 mi E | Other | Reinstate permit no 100981320 must begin work and or request inspection no later than ***january 2027*** on permit no 100981320. Separate admin change require to update gencon | Not listed | [101087354](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087354/) | | Jul 21, 2026 | [12053 S Perry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/12053-s-perry-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Demolition | Emergency wreck and remove a 2 story frame multi unit residence | $45,000 | [B101083859](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101083859/) | | May 6, 2026 | [119 E 118th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/119-e-118th-pl/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 2 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 20. Lighting outlets: 6. Specific location: basement and 2 apartments. | $7,000 | [B200467432](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467432/) | --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). Checked 2026-10-05 11:15 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. 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