# Building permits at 2901 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. Two permits here in the last two years. The newest, Dec 2, 2024: Replacement electrical contractor. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 21 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.22 mi away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Dec 2, 2024 | Other | For permit b200397918: replacement electrical contractor. Replacement general contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200406392](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200406392/) | | Nov 1, 2024 | Other | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to kitchen only, includes electrical and plumbing.locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), first floor kitchen. | Not listed | [B200397918](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200397918/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 21 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 14, 2026 | [2815 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2815-w-sherwin-ave/) | 500 ft E | 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 27, 2026 | [2932 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2932-w-sherwin-ave/) | 330 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/) | 330 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/) | 990 ft NE | 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/) | 940 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/) | 660 ft N | 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 19, 2026 | [2956 W Chase Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2956-w-chase-ave/) | 630 ft SW | 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 13, 2026 | [2932 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2932-w-sherwin-ave/) | 330 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/) | 770 ft NE | 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/) | 330 ft N | 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/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 11 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 24, 2026 | [7154 N Francisco Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7154-n-francisco-ave/) | 0.19 mi S | 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/) | | Sep 15, 2026 | [3026 W Jarlath St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3026-w-jarlath-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Other | For permit 100890214: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200511790](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511790/) | | Sep 10, 2026 | [3026 W Jarlath St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3026-w-jarlath-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Other | Final reinstatement of permit#100890214 inspection must be scheduled by march - 2027 | Not listed | [101088320](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088320/) | | Aug 4, 2026 | [2849 W Birchwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2849-w-birchwood-ave/) | 0.19 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 31, 2026 | [2948 W Birchwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2948-w-birchwood-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: full building permit for renovation and addition to existing single family residence - two story, connect/combine residence with adjacent residence structure. Indoor swimming pool. New attached two car garage.new 6ft tall fence.( R-5 occupancy group. Type IIIB construction) | $500,000 | [101073830](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073830/) | | Jun 26, 2026 | [2827 W Touhy Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2827-w-touhy-ave/) | 0.20 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 18, 2026 | [3032 W Jarlath St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3032-w-jarlath-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Proposed 1 story rear addition, rear deck/stairs, and interior remodeling in an existing 2 story SFR w/basement, per plans. Administrative adjustment #26-075 to increase the maximum floor area ratio and reduce the minimum combined side yard setback approved 05.18.2026. Note: parkway tree required as | $100,000 | [101079394](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079394/) | | 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/) | | May 4, 2026 | [2715 W Chase Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2715-w-chase-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | 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/) | ## 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: - [2932 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2932-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Aug 27, 2026 - [2843 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2843-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Apr 30, 2025 - [2815 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2815-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Sep 14, 2026 - [2734 W Sherwin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2734-w-sherwin-ave/): newest permit Aug 21, 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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