# Building permits at 2801 W 59th St, Chicago, IL 11 permits on record here. The newest, Oct 3, 2025: New face digital pricers on existing illuminated freestanding sign. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 15 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 3, 2025 | Sign | New face digital pricers on existing illuminated freestanding sign; citgo; n/e lot location; citgo | $4,000 | [101074457](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101074457/) | | Oct 3, 2025 | Sign | New face on existing illuminated freestanding sign; citgo; n/e lot location; citgo | $4,000 | [101074456](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101074456/) | | Jun 6, 2025 | Sign | Illuminated canopy sign; citgo; north elevation; 13 sq/ft | $3,500 | [101067954](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101067954/) | | Jun 6, 2025 | Sign | Illuminated canopy sign; citgo; south elevation; 13 sq/ft | $3,500 | [101067953](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101067953/) | | Jun 6, 2025 | Sign | Illuminated canopy sign; citgo; east elevation; 24 sq/ft | $4,000 | [101067911](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101067911/) | | Jun 5, 2019 | Sign | Repair / reface wind damaged business id sign | $2,500 | [100810145](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100810145/) | | Apr 19, 2017 | Sign | Install "citgo" brand sign on existing weather protective structure. This sign faces east | $3,000 | [100665076](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100665076/) | | Apr 19, 2017 | Sign | Install "citgo" brand sign on existing weather protective structure. This sign faces south | $2,000 | [100665075](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100665075/) | | Apr 19, 2017 | Sign | Install "citgo" brand sign on existing weather protective structure. This sign faces north. | $2,000 | [100665074](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100665074/) | | Mar 20, 2017 | Sign | Face change to "refresh" existing pylon sign. No change in copy | $4,000 | [100665077](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100665077/) | | Dec 1, 2014 | Plumbing | Permit to address all plumbing violations.plumbing only. | Not listed | [100572386](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100572386/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 15 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 10 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 21, 2026 | [2847 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2847-w-59th-st/) | 500 ft W | Other | Alteration of existing communication equipment. Alteration of 1 boxes and equipment on 1 towers / structures. Location: telecommunications tower. | $35,000 | [B200511278](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511278/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [5915 S Washtenaw Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5915-s-washtenaw-ave/) | 730 ft E | Alteration or repair | Spr2019cbc: interior and exterior alteration w/new frame dormer addition over existing 1-story w/bsmnt brick residence all work includes, electrical, plumbing and HVAC system as per plans. | $30,000 | [101082652](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082652/) | | Jul 28, 2026 | [5810 S California Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5810-s-california-ave/) | 570 ft N | Alteration or repair | Spr2019cbc: new second floor frame addition over existing one-story w/bsmnt brick residence all work includes, e;lectrical, plumbing and HVAC system as per plans. | $20,000 | [101083540](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083540/) | | Jul 16, 2026 | [5817 S California Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5817-s-california-ave/) | 510 ft N | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 4.92 kw. Includes 15 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of homes. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $14,348 | [B200477716](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477716/) | | Jul 8, 2026 | [5919 S Mozart St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5919-s-mozart-st/) | 330 ft SW | Fence, wall or deck | ADA Modifications: construct a wooden deck, stairs and handrails at the front of the house. | $25,993 | [B200477841](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477841/) | | Jul 8, 2026 | [5817 S California Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5817-s-california-ave/) | 510 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 125 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: meter, service feeder, service conductor, exterior. | $1,950 | [B200477720](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477720/) | | Jul 8, 2026 | [5919 S Mozart St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5919-s-mozart-st/) | 330 ft SW | Elevator | Installation of (1) one vertical platform wheelchair lift, 750lbs capacity @ 9fpm, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $25,993 | [101085734](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085734/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [5822 S California Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5822-s-california-ave/) | 440 ft N | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 9.43 kw. Includes 15 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of detached structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $17,917 | [B200472271](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472271/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [5822 S California Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5822-s-california-ave/) | 440 ft N | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 8.61 kw. Includes 15 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of main house. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $26,359 | [B200472270](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472270/) | | May 28, 2026 | [5822 S California Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5822-s-california-ave/) | 440 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: exterior. | $500 | [B200472272](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472272/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 5 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 5, 2026 | [5743 S Francisco Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5743-s-francisco-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 24 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement, exterior. | $4,500 | [B200514519](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514519/) | | Aug 7, 2026 | [5735 S Francisco Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5735-s-francisco-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 19 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: house roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104017203. | $4,500 | [B200481247](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481247/) | | Jul 24, 2026 | [6019 S Francisco Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6019-s-francisco-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 24'-0' ' x20'-0' '. Gable roof height to peak: 12'-0' '. | $20,000 | [B200478404](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478404/) | | Jul 9, 2026 | [5709 S Mozart St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5709-s-mozart-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior remodel of 1st floor kitchen and 1st floor bathroom (no electrical work under this permit). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1st floor first floor kitchen and first floor bathroom only | $8,000 | [B200475251](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475251/) | | May 20, 2026 | [5739 S Washtenaw Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5739-s-washtenaw-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 529 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 9, MAX. Length 11. Location: all elevations. | $4,232 | [B200471093](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471093/) | ## 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 59th St with permits, nearest house number first: - [2800 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2800-w-59th-st/): newest permit Dec 27, 2024 - [2847 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2847-w-59th-st/): newest permit Sep 21, 2026 - [2718 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2718-w-59th-st/): newest permit Mar 31, 2026 - [2944 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2944-w-59th-st/): newest permit Mar 28, 2025 - [2948 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2948-w-59th-st/): newest permit Dec 18, 2024 - [2955 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2955-w-59th-st/): newest permit Jul 15, 2025 - [2621 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2621-w-59th-st/): newest permit Sep 11, 2025 - [2609 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2609-w-59th-st/): newest permit Feb 23, 2026 - [2552 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2552-w-59th-st/): newest permit Jul 31, 2025 - [2544 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2544-w-59th-st/): newest permit Sep 17, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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