# Building permits at 2944 W 59th St, Chicago, IL 11 permits on record here. The newest, Mar 28, 2025: Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1150 SQ. FT. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 17 more permits (16 projects) since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Mar 28, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1150 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 100 SQ. FT. Location: front 2-story facade. | $6,000 | [B200414511](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200414511/) | | Feb 2, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Revision to #1010288147, proposed rear 2 story deck//stairs, interior renovations to convert 2nd floor enclosed porch in an existing 2 story mixed use building to living space, per plans. | $249,000 | [101028817](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101028817/) | | Nov 14, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Interior build-out of existing 2 story mixed use building, 1st floor commercial space conversion office space, per plans.(conditional permit subject to field inspections.) | $260,000 | [100982415](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100982415/) | | Aug 5, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Interior modifications to ice cream shop as per plans.(conditional permit subject to field inspections.) | $32,000 | [100779735](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100779735/) | | Mar 6, 2014 | Sign | Existing awning installed above windows white lettering burgundy fabric | $2,000 | [100497431](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100497431/) | | Oct 11, 2011 | Roofing | Roof tear-off down to decking and replace same as existing. No structral work. | $15,250 | [100414329](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100414329/) | | Jul 24, 2007 | Electrical | Adding 10 light fixtures, 2 emergency/exits sign, 12 receptacle outlets, 2 light switches, 3 smoke/carbon detectors, lighting and gfci receptacle for bathroom. All in 1st flr. | Not listed | [B100101222](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100101222/) | | Sep 28, 2006 | Alteration or repair | Install new HVAC system in existing retail space. No plumbing work. | $9,000 | [100132182](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100132182/) | | Apr 25, 2006 | Alteration or repair | New store front facade, replace rear wood stairs, replace damaged lath & plaster W 5/8 gyp. BD. And erect new 6'ht. By190' long chain link fence as per plans | $17,800 | [100108180](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100108180/) | | Feb 9, 2006 | Electrical | Electric work in addition to permit #100093658 - 21 (2x4) fluorescent, 2 exit/emergency, 13 receiptacle outlets, 3 smoke / carbon detector, 3 swithches for lights lighting, outlets gfi, & exhaust for 2 bath, all new electric. | Not listed | [B100095085](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100095085/) | | Feb 2, 2006 | Alteration or repair | Repair drywall and tile floor. No electrical no plumbing work. All work same as existing. | $10,000 | [100093658](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100093658/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 17 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 6 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 5, 2026 | [5743 S Francisco Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5743-s-francisco-ave/) | 980 ft NE | 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/) | | Sep 21, 2026 | [2847 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2847-w-59th-st/) | 640 ft E | 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 14, 2026 | [5840 S Albany Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5840-s-albany-ave/) | 900 ft W | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 22'-0' ' x20'-0' '. Hip roof height to peak: 15'-0' '. | $24,809 | [B200511458](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511458/) | | Jul 12, 2026 | [5747 S Sacramento Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5747-s-sacramento-ave/) | 790 ft N | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 5 kw. Array output: 6 kw. Location: roof of primary residence. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #19-0736. | $20,000 | [B200470643](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470643/) | | Jul 8, 2026 | [5919 S Mozart St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5919-s-mozart-st/) | 900 ft E | 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 | [5919 S Mozart St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5919-s-mozart-st/) | 900 ft E | 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/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 11 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 25, 2026 | [5921 S Troy St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5921-s-troy-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 22'-0' ' x20'-0' '. Gable roof height to peak: 12'-0' '. | $9,000 | [B200477337](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477337/) | | Aug 7, 2026 | [5735 S Francisco Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5735-s-francisco-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | 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 28, 2026 | [5810 S California Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5810-s-california-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | 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 24, 2026 | [6019 S Francisco Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6019-s-francisco-ave/) | 0.20 mi SE | 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 16, 2026 | [5817 S California Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5817-s-california-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | 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 | [5817 S California Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5817-s-california-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | 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/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [5822 S California Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5822-s-california-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | 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/) | 0.22 mi E | 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/) | 0.22 mi E | 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/) | | May 1, 2026 | [3118 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3118-w-59th-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Sign | New sign installation over the sidewalk | $2,500 | [101077382](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077382/) | | May 1, 2026 | [3118 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3118-w-59th-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Sign | New sign installation over the sidewalk. | $2,000 | [101077377](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077377/) | ## 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: - [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 - [2847 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2847-w-59th-st/): newest permit Sep 21, 2026 - [2801 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2801-w-59th-st/): newest permit Oct 3, 2025 - [2800 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2800-w-59th-st/): newest permit Dec 27, 2024 - [3118 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3118-w-59th-st/): newest permit May 1, 2026 - [3135 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3135-w-59th-st/): newest permit Feb 9, 2026 - [2718 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2718-w-59th-st/): newest permit Mar 31, 2026 - [3245 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3245-w-59th-st/): newest permit Jan 7, 2026 - [2621 W 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2621-w-59th-st/): newest permit Sep 11, 2025 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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