# Building permits at 2962 N Gresham Ave, Chicago, IL

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

Four permits on record here. The newest, May 20, 2025: Spr 2019 CBC metal deck and porch construction on front house (building 1) and rework an existing rolling gate. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 23 more permits (22 projects) since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 200 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC metal deck and porch construction on front house (building 1) and rework an existing rolling gate. Repair masonry on existing brick fence. All work to address violations (violations on rear house (building #2) under permit 101041534). Occupancy code R-5, construction type VA. Public way | $20,000 | [101043451](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101043451/) |
| Apr 24, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC 3-story metal deck and balcony construction on an existing 3-story, 3-dwelling units residence - addressing building code violations. Occupancy code R-5, construction type IIIA per plans | $12,000 | [101041534](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101041534/) |
| Apr 8, 2010 | Plumbing | Work to front building: replace drywall as needed. Install molding & upper cabinets. Circuits, lighting, receptacles. 200 Amp service. (No plumbing work) all work same as existing | $5,000 | [100338165](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100338165/) |
| Nov 2, 2006 | Electrical | Install 200 amp service-2 meters and 1 public meter | Not listed | [B100146796](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100146796/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 2026 | [2942 N Gresham Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2942-n-gresham-ave/) | 200 ft SW | 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/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [2942 N Gresham Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2942-n-gresham-ave/) | 200 ft SW | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 1 story frame residence | $14,000 | [B101080049](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101080049/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 16 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 2026 | [2945 N Wisner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2945-n-wisner-ave/) | 710 ft SE | 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/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [3058 N Drake Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3058-n-drake-ave/) | 660 ft NW | New building | Construct a new detached frame 2 car garage with a rooftop deck at the rear of a lot improved with a frame residential buildingt | $40,000 | [101085637](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085637/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [3011 N Kimball Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3011-n-kimball-ave/) | 710 ft E | 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/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [2941 N Wisner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2941-n-wisner-ave/) | 720 ft SE | 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/) | 720 ft SE | 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/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [3035 N Monticello Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3035-n-monticello-ave/) | 990 ft W | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior remodel and roof tear off of existing 2-story, type VA frame, 20' ht., 2-unit residence for new (800) SQ. FT., Type VA frame, 2nd story addition, new (464) SQ. FT., Type VA frame, rear 2-story addition with basement, new type VA frame, 14' ht., detached, 2-car garage wi | $400,000 | [101084792](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084792/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [3049 N Drake Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3049-n-drake-ave/) | 510 ft 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/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [3037 N Central Park Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3037-n-central-park-ave/) | 660 ft W | 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/) | 660 ft W | 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/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [3038 N Central Park Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3038-n-central-park-ave/) | 740 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 2 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: garage. | $10,000 | [B200471151](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471151/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [2937 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2937-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 610 ft SW | 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/) | 740 ft E | 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/) | 440 ft W | Plumbing | 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 29, 2026 | [2941 N Wisner Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2941-n-wisner-ave/) | 720 ft SE | 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/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [3014 N Elbridge Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3014-n-elbridge-ave/) | 540 ft W | 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 11, 2026 | [3018 N Christiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3018-n-christiana-ave/) | 960 ft E | 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/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 5 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2026 | [3568 W Wolfram St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3568-w-wolfram-st/) | 0.23 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 2, 2026 | [2912 N Woodard St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2912-n-woodard-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | 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 27, 2026 | [3032 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3032-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 3000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: west and north. | $59,000 | [B200509322](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509322/) |
| 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 18, 2026 | [3033 N Milwaukee Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3033-n-milwaukee-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019, CBRC: build out at basement, 1st and 2nd floor including electrical, plumbing and mechanical work to an existing 2 story brick building with basement, at 1st floor: retail at front with proposed staff lounge area at rear,removng illegal dwelling unit at rear of the 1st floor. The 2nd floor | $130,000 | [101077645](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077645/) |

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