# Building permits at 2912 N Commonwealth Ave, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $5M alteration or repair at 2900 N Lake Shore Dr, permitted May 28.

15 permits on record here. The newest, May 13: In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 34 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2026 | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 3; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 0. Affects: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), location: unit 11cd west/east elevation. | $40,830 | [B200469539](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469539/) |
| Jul 19, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 800 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: west elevation. | $44,000 | [B200023402](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200023402/) |
| Sep 22, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Remove/replace 25 windows at 12th flr unit | $87,878 | [100941069](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100941069/) |
| Jun 28, 2021 | Alteration or repair | South and west elevation, repair/replace silicone sealant at steel brackets on stack 2000 linear FT., repair/replace termination bar at roof, tuck-point 2000 SQ. FT., Only *separate environmental permit for grinding* | $16,600 | [100925948](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100925948/) |
| Jan 26, 2015 | Alteration or repair | Life safety renovations to existing 15-story condo building as per plans. | $150,000 | [100570736](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100570736/) |
| May 13, 2014 | Fence, wall or deck | North, east elevations; garage area; roof, tuck-point 500 SQ FT., only | $22,250 | [100540542](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100540542/) |
| Jul 22, 2013 | Fire systems | Installation of 1way-communication system on floors, basement, lobby, 1 - 14 & less the 60 units, as per CBC retrofit 13-196-204. CK#521;$500.00. | Not listed | [B100497653](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100497653/) |
| May 22, 2013 | Electrical | Installation of 33 exit signs and 44 emergency lighting fixtures in existing 14 story bldg. (Usbank check # 6511 of $500.00). | Not listed | [B100488378](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100488378/) |
| Sep 24, 2012 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage burglar alarm # 326-61952-02 resi | $516 | [B100458659](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100458659/) |
| Aug 13, 2012 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage burglar alarm # 1-326-61952-01 resi apt 2a | $529 | [B100452901](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100452901/) |
| Jul 27, 2012 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage burglar alarm # 1-326-61876-01 resi | $481 | [B100451147](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100451147/) |
| Jul 24, 2012 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage burglar alarm #1-326-61876-01 resi | $481 | [B100449654](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100449654/) |
| Oct 7, 2008 | Alteration or repair | South elevation 100% grinding, tuckpointing 3000 SQ FT, patch and paint rebar 300 SQ. FT., 100% Caulking at the following locations brick spandrel panel joints and between concrete/limestone, rout/caulk 100 linear FT. Concrete cracks, install weeps at bottom brick head joints, no structural work"; s | $171,000 | [100259695](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100259695/) |
| Jul 15, 2008 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect one power climber scaffold from 07/15/2008 - 07/15/2009 for exterior painting. | Not listed | [100247494](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100247494/) |
| Oct 19, 2006 | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 24 fire rated entry/exit doors as per plan. Conditional permit subject to field inspection. | $5,000 | [100140764](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100140764/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

34 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 18, 2026 | [331 W Surf St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/331-w-surf-st/) | 190 ft S | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101076527. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 9th floor bathroom. | Not listed | [B200467850](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467850/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 20 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [2900 N Lake Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2900-n-lake-shore-dr/) | 390 ft E | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101078802. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 3rd floor. | Not listed | [B200467212](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467212/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [2950 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2950-n-sheridan-rd/) | 530 ft NW | Elevator | Replace hoist ropes on eg passenger elevator #2, 3500lbs capacity, 20 floors, subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection (a/p #100674458). | Not listed | [101089163](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101089163/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [426 W Surf St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/426-w-surf-st/) | 640 ft W | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 50 FT., max. Height: 60 FT. Location: tuckpointing & caulking on front facade. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200509038](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509038/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [2750 N Lakeview Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2750-n-lakeview-ave/) | 860 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: dome, colonnade, all exterior elevations. | $360,000 | [B200476703](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476703/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [2800 N Lake Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2800-n-lake-shore-dr/) | 840 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior remodeling of three existing bathrooms, installation of washer and dryer, upgrade electrical and plumbing, new finishes (no floor plan alterations). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), condo unit 4216. | $80,000 | [B200508907](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508907/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [2800 N Lake Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2800-n-lake-shore-dr/) | 840 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior installation of washer and dryer with associated electrical and plumbing. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 3912. | $5,500 | [B200481501](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481501/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [350 W Oakdale Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/350-w-oakdale-ave/) | 410 ft NW | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 2, max. Length: 60 FT., max. Height: 200 FT. Location: south elevation. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200508026](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508026/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [2800 N Lake Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2800-n-lake-shore-dr/) | 840 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior bathroom remodel including electrical and plumbing. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), existing bathroom in unit 906 | $24,000 | [B200480957](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480957/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [2800 N Lake Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2800-n-lake-shore-dr/) | 840 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 (standard)the work includes the interior remodeling of one unit (unit 1316) on the 13th floor of an existing 43 story, 655 unit, multi family residential condominium buildingoccupancy group r-2no cange in zoning | $150,000 | [101084430](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084430/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [2900 N Lake Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2900-n-lake-shore-dr/) | 390 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBC: interior alterations to existing 1st, 2nd & 3rd floor of hospital to include imaging equipment replacements as per plans (occupancy i-2 & B, type IA construction) | $250,000 | [101080371](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080371/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [3000 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3000-n-sheridan-rd/) | 780 ft NW | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 150 FT., max. Height: 160 FT. Location: all exterior facade elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200479281](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479281/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [2930 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2930-n-sheridan-rd/) | 420 ft NW | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 175 FT., max. Height: 220 FT. Location: all exterior facade elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200477725](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477725/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [2800 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2800-n-sheridan-rd/) | 740 ft SW | Demolition | Complex demolition: wreck and remove a 7 story masonry building | $1,100,000 | [B101079259](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101079259/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [360 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/360-w-wellington-ave/) | 780 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 7 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 7. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: bldg common areas (fuse panels) x 7. | $12,250 | [B200475706](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475706/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [2800 N Lake Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2800-n-lake-shore-dr/) | 840 ft SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 30 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement. | $6,000 | [B200476449](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476449/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [2750 N Lakeview Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2750-n-lakeview-ave/) | 860 ft SW | Other | Permit expires on 08/15/2026 erection starts: 7/3/2026, erection ends: 7/6/2026. Self cert CBC 2019 - one 50 x 50ft assembly dining tent for the elks national foundation event on july 4, 2026. Setup july 3 and takedown july 6 2026. Blue peak tents. | $4,000 | [101084693](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084693/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [325 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/325-w-wellington-ave/) | 630 ft N | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: interior alterations and addition of new 250 sf terrace in existing 4 story single family residence (occupancy R-5, type 2-a construction) | $300,000 | [101083631](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083631/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [350 W Oakdale Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/350-w-oakdale-ave/) | 410 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 280sq. FT., Excavation = no. Location: south elevation facade. | $75,000 | [B200472686](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472686/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [2900 N Lake Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2900-n-lake-shore-dr/) | 390 ft E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: interior alterations to existing 3rd floor of hospital to expand the sterile storage and renovate the decontamination area as per plans (occupany i-2, type IA construction) | $4,950,000 | [101078802](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078802/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [2800 N Lake Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2800-n-lake-shore-dr/) | 840 ft SE | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 2, max. Length: 24 FT., max. Height: 516 FT. Location: exterior building. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200469504](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469504/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 13 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [3110 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3110-n-sheridan-rd/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: north, east and south elevation. | $318,376 | [B200513785](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513785/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [2740 N Pine Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2740-n-pine-grove-ave/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall, electrical, plumbing and finishes due to fire damage (no mechanical under this permit). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 6g. | $20,000 | [B200481217](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481217/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [530 W Surf St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/530-w-surf-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Elevator | Replacement of cylinder on one(1) 2000lb capacity, 5-floor, passenger elevator(#2 rear), pursaunt to the scope of work submitted.(ev006807) | $61,154 | [101087704](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087704/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [530 W Surf St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/530-w-surf-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Elevator | Cylinder replacement on one(1) 2000lb capacity, 5-floor, passenger elevator(#1 front), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev006807) | $61,154 | [101087703](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087703/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [3033 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3033-n-sheridan-rd/) | 0.20 mi N | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 12200 SQ. FT. Includes repair/replace occupiable roof. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: roof removal of existing roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000238. | $447,829 | [B200508058](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508058/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [2710 N Lakeview Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2710-n-lakeview-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior and exterior alterations to existing 4 story single family row home. Scope also to include demolition of existing 2 car detached garage. No change to existing use. (Occupancy r5 / construction type iiia) | $900,000 | [101080000](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080000/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [3110 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3110-n-sheridan-rd/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: kitchen. | $2,500 | [B200477131](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477131/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [525 W Oakdale Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-w-oakdale-ave/) | 0.25 mi W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 2 circuits to existing 100 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 9. Lighting outlets: 7. Specific location: apartment unit 227. | $1,200 | [B200472908](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472908/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [2800 N Pine Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2800-n-pine-grove-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 3800 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: south and east elevetion. | $584,270 | [B200471371](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471371/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [434 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/434-w-wellington-ave/) | 0.19 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: electrical service replacement for new 2000a 3p service with (2) 36 internal meter banks & (1) public meter to the existing 8-story masonry (72) d.u. Residential building to resolve violations, per plans | $520,000 | [101081250](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081250/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [3101 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3101-n-sheridan-rd/) | 0.22 mi N | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 280 FT., max. Height: 140 FT. Location: all elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200474495](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474495/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [3101 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3101-n-sheridan-rd/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | Interior renovations: replace bathroom and kitchen fixtures, new washers and dryers, cosmetic changes, and new eletrical services in multiple units in an existing 14 story/296 unit building, per plans. (Class 1) | $4,580,000 | [101080061](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080061/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [442 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/442-w-wellington-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 75 FT., max. Height: 135 FT. Location: all elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200469541](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469541/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on N Commonwealth Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [2335 N Commonwealth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2335-n-commonwealth-ave/): newest permit Aug 14, 2026
- [2322 N Commonwealth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2322-n-commonwealth-ave/): newest permit Apr 6, 2026

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