# Building permits at 2945 N Wisner Ave, Chicago, IL

2942 N Gresham Ave: demolition permitted May 5, a new building Jun 16.

One permit on record here. The newest, Sep 8: Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 180 SQ. FT. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 28 more permits (26 projects) since May 1. Three are for new buildings, the nearest 700 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 180 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: exterior foundation facade. | $4,000 | [B200510441](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510441/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

28 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### Next door (under 250 ft), 3 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | [2941 N Wisner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2941-n-wisner-ave/) | 40 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. 19.87 Kwh lithium ion energy storage system. Specific location: electric meter. | $13,860 | [B200470364](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470364/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [2941 N Wisner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2941-n-wisner-ave/) | 40 ft SW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 9.6 kw. Array output: 9.68 kw. Includes 19.87 kwh energy storage system. Location: rooftop. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #23-0672. | $13,860 | [B200470363](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470363/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [2941 N Wisner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2941-n-wisner-ave/) | 40 ft SW | Alteration or repair | ADA Bathroom modifications. Remove tub and install shower with associated fixtures and tile work. | $23,319 | [B200472299](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472299/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 10 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [2854 N Drake Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2854-n-drake-ave/) | 860 ft W | Alteration or repair | Replace rear wood deck and stairs and railings with new wood framing, composite decking, and aluminum railings. Extend new stairs out and provide a new prefab covered pergola. | $60,000 | [101087665](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087665/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [3011 N Kimball Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3011-n-kimball-ave/) | 670 ft NE | Alteration or repair | 793 Square foot addition to an existing residential structure with a 195 sq.ft. Porch addition | $95,000 | [101084592](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084592/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [2912 N Woodard St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2912-n-woodard-st/) | 660 ft E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC 2nd story addition and interior and exterior alterations and renovations to an existing 2 story single family residence with basement. New rear 1-story open wood deck. | $80,000 | [101082269](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082269/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [3427 W Diversey Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3427-w-diversey-ave/) | 910 ft S | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration of existing dunkin', replacement of finishes, electrical and plumbing (area of work 450 SQ ft). Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), interior remodel of existing dunkin. | $95,210 | [B200481402](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481402/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [2942 N Gresham Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2942-n-gresham-ave/) | 700 ft NW | New building | Self certified 2019 CBC. Erect 2 story with basement frame 2 du building, front wood balcony, front wood stairs, rear open wood porch, 3 car concrete pad, 6 FT wood fence & 4 FT iron fence as per plan. | $500,000 | [101082205](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082205/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [2937 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2937-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 880 ft W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: basement: repair concrete floor where damaged and seal, repair rear concrete stairs, patch and repair foundation walls, install new mop sink, install water filters on existing kitchen prep. And bar tap supply, enclose mechanical room. Exterior: repair concrete along gang way, refinish | $250,000 | [101079021](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079021/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [2947 N Kimball Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2947-n-kimball-ave/) | 440 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: whole house. | $1,000 | [B200472767](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472767/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [3023 N Elbridge Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3023-n-elbridge-ave/) | 970 ft NW | Other | For permit 101042885: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200472792](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472792/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [3018 N Christiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3018-n-christiana-ave/) | 870 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Revision to #101073614, change basement/1st floor stair configuration and additional interior alterations, per plans. | $331,440 | [101082254](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082254/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [2942 N Gresham Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2942-n-gresham-ave/) | 700 ft NW | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 1 story frame residence | $14,000 | [B101080049](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101080049/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [3035 N Spaulding Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3035-n-spaulding-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | New building | Self certified 2019 CBC. Erect 2 story with basement frame 2 du building, front wood stairs, rear open wood porch, 2 car detached frame garage, 6 FT wood fence & 4 FT iron fence as per plan. | $500,000 | [101087902](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087902/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [3025 N Spaulding Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3025-n-spaulding-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 5 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: detached garage. | $4,000 | [B200514007](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514007/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [3025 N Spaulding Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3025-n-spaulding-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 38 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement. | $6,000 | [B200481683](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481683/) |
| Sep 19, 2026 | [3568 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3568-w-wolfram-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 20'-0' ' x20'-0' '. Hip roof height to peak: 13'-0' '. | $28,935 | [B200480160](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480160/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [2827 N Spaulding Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2827-n-spaulding-ave/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: elecrical plans, revised stair handrail, and electrical work inside stairwell of 3 story 3 unit residential building (occupancy group R-5; type IIIA construction) (modification of permit application #101059218), per plans | $91,100 | [101084340](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084340/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [2801 N Drake Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2801-n-drake-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | New building | Self certified 2019 CBC. Erect new 3 story 3 dwelling units building wirh 3 parking spaces pad as per plan. | $900,000 | [101086496](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086496/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [2839 N Central Park Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2839-n-central-park-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 30 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement. | $16,000 | [B200506680](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506680/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [3049 N Drake Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3049-n-drake-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC - construction of new 2 story, frame, single family residence w/ basement and roof deck(occupancy group R-5, type VA construction) as per plans certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $290,000 | [101080674](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080674/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [2836 N Sawyer Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2836-n-sawyer-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | Other | For permit 101081342: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200480050](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480050/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [3037 N Central Park Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3037-n-central-park-ave/) | 0.25 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall, electrical, plumbing and finishes. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 2. | $65,000 | [B200476516](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476516/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [3037 N Central Park Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3037-n-central-park-ave/) | 0.25 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall, electrical, plumbing and finishes. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1st floor unit(s), | $65,000 | [B200476192](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476192/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [3522 W Diversey Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3522-w-diversey-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 1 story masonry building | $25,000 | [B101082717](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101082717/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [3014 N Elbridge Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3014-n-elbridge-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 20 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement & outside. | $6,000 | [B200469343](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469343/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [3428 W Parker Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3428-w-parker-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 600 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: building and garage masonry work to remove violati. | $8,800 | [B200471659](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471659/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [3040 N Spaulding Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3040-n-spaulding-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 5000 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: roof surface two sections. IL Roofing contractor license: 104.01409. | $76,700 | [B200471349](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471349/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

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

- [2941 N Wisner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2941-n-wisner-ave/): newest permit Aug 20, 2026
- [2954 N Wisner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2954-n-wisner-ave/): newest permit May 24, 2021
- [2915 N Wisner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2915-n-wisner-ave/): newest permit May 20, 2025

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