# Building permits at 2815 W Sherwin Ave, Chicago, IL The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1M alteration or repair at 2827 W Touhy Ave, permitted Jun 26. Five permits on record here. The newest, Sep 14: Line voltage electrical work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 23 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 14, 2026 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 160 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. 13.5 Kwh lithium ion energy storage system. Specific location: side of home. | $27,500 | [B200511178](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511178/) | | Aug 4, 2025 | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: low-sloped ( | $37,675 | [B200436397](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200436397/) | | Aug 4, 2025 | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 9.77 kw. Array output: 5.6 kw. Location: rooftop of home. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #13-0674. | $37,675 | [B200436392](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200436392/) | | Aug 1, 2025 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: EV charger inside garage. | $3,500 | [B200436410](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200436410/) | | Mar 29, 2006 | Alteration or repair | 2Nd floor addition and interior alterations as per plans - including electrical, plumbing and HVAC work | $40,000 | [100079696](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100079696/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 23 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 11 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 8, 2026 | [2714 W Fargo Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2714-w-fargo-ave/) | 1,000 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 40 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement. | $32,000 | [B200515125](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200515125/) | | Aug 27, 2026 | [2932 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2932-w-sherwin-ave/) | 830 ft W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 5.4 kw. Location: roof planes of detached structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $10,260 | [B200507156](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507156/) | | Aug 27, 2026 | [2932 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2932-w-sherwin-ave/) | 830 ft W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 12.6 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of main house. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $18,680 | [B200507150](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507150/) | | Aug 24, 2026 | [7425 N California Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7425-n-california-ave/) | 700 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement. | $28,000 | [B200508661](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508661/) | | Aug 21, 2026 | [2734 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2734-w-sherwin-ave/) | 440 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. 10 Kwh lithium ion energy storage system. Specific location: exterior wall of residence. | $3,500 | [B200507888](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507888/) | | Aug 21, 2026 | [2901 W Fargo Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2901-w-fargo-ave/) | 810 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 400 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. 10 Kwh lithium ion energy storage system. Specific location: exterior wall of residence. | $3,500 | [B200507885](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507885/) | | Aug 13, 2026 | [2932 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2932-w-sherwin-ave/) | 830 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: main panel. | $4,000 | [B200507159](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507159/) | | Jul 27, 2026 | [2829 W Fargo Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2829-w-fargo-ave/) | 670 ft N | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 0 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Repair or in-kind replacement of hot water heater(s). Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, basement. | $1,000 | [B200478925](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478925/) | | Jul 21, 2026 | [7356 N Francisco Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7356-n-francisco-ave/) | 600 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC interior alteration & basement renovation to an existing 1 story single family home including all mechanical, electric and plumbing work. All work as per plans.(occupancy r5 classification ) ( type VA construction ) certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $105,000 | [101083022](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083022/) | | Jun 9, 2026 | [7418 N Washtenaw Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7418-n-washtenaw-ave/) | 990 ft NE | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 20'-0' ' x18'-0' '. Hip roof height to peak: 12'-0' '. | $16,475 | [B200473977](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473977/) | | May 4, 2026 | [2715 W Chase Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2715-w-chase-ave/) | 700 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: remove and replace existing rear frame addition to existing two story brick s.f.r. Same size and location. | $18,200 | [101079931](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079931/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 12 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 7, 2026 | [2709 W Touhy Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2709-w-touhy-ave/) | 0.23 mi SE | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 3500lb capacity, 5-floor, 200fpm, passenger elevator, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | Not listed | [101089390](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101089390/) | | Sep 24, 2026 | [7154 N Francisco Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7154-n-francisco-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: alteration and change of occupancy from medical services to religious assembly for existing 1 story commercial building. Scope includes interior alterations and 1 story addition. 9 Existing parking spaces on site to remain. Occupancy group a-3, type IIIA construction. Fixed seating in | $500,000 | [101079199](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079199/) | | Aug 28, 2026 | [2709 W Touhy Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2709-w-touhy-ave/) | 0.23 mi SE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101060898. Affects: 44 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: ground floor through roof. | Not listed | [B200468345](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468345/) | | Aug 19, 2026 | [2956 W Chase Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2956-w-chase-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC - SFR, r5 occupancy, VA construction type, existing 2 story brick & frame residence with basement, new 2 story rear frame addition with basement & existing interior renovations including new electrial, mechanical & plumbing per plans certified corrections subject to field inspections & | $90,000 | [101077794](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077794/) | | Aug 4, 2026 | [2849 W Birchwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2849-w-birchwood-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2382 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: full roof tear-off and replacement. IL Roofing contractor license: 104019619. | $32,016 | [B200480870](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480870/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [7424 N Talman Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7424-n-talman-ave/) | 0.25 mi NE | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 150'-0' ' (length). Location: backyard. | $9,000 | [B200479474](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479474/) | | Jun 26, 2026 | [2827 W Touhy Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2827-w-touhy-ave/) | 0.19 mi S | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019: addition to & interior renovation of existing 1-story brick masonry building, per plans. Renovation to existing parking lot & landscaping. (Occupancy: A-2, construction: iiib) | $1,000,000 | [101069759](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101069759/) | | Jun 12, 2026 | [2643 W Jarlath St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2643-w-jarlath-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Other | For permit 101079966: replacement electrical contractor. Replacement general contractor. Replacement mason contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. Replacement other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200473824](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473824/) | | May 26, 2026 | [2800 W Fitch Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2800-w-fitch-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 5.265 kw. Includes 15 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of homes. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $15,004 | [B200471023](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471023/) | | May 12, 2026 | [2836 W Fitch Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2836-w-fitch-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits.receptacle outlets: 1.lighting outlets: 0.specific location: electric meter. Service upgrade 200 amp. | $26,122 | [B200467217](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467217/) | | May 12, 2026 | [2836 W Fitch Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2836-w-fitch-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 9.6 kw. Array output: 14.175 kw. Includes 19.87 kwh energy storage system. Location: rooftop. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #23-0672. | $26,122 | [B200467036](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467036/) | | May 11, 2026 | [2836 W Fitch Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2836-w-fitch-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 9.6 kw. Array output: 3.24 kw. Includes 19.87 kwh energy storage system. Location: garage rooftop. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #23-0672. | $26,122 | [B200467057](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467057/) | ## 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 Sherwin Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [2843 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2843-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Apr 30, 2025 - [2734 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2734-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Aug 21, 2026 - [2901 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2901-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Dec 2, 2024 - [2932 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2932-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Aug 27, 2026 - [1622 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1622-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Nov 4, 2024 - [1608 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1608-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Nov 19, 2024 - [1542 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1542-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Nov 13, 2025 - [1526 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1526-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Feb 26, 2026 - [1521 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1521-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Jun 2, 2025 - [1205 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1205-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Jun 3, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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