# Building permits at 30 E Balbo Ave, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $4.5M project at 50 E Ida B Wells Dr, permitted Jul 20.

22 permits on record here. The newest, Jan 15: Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 56 more permits since May 1. Three are for new buildings, the nearest 210 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15, 2026 | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101073640. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 1st fl south east unit. | Not listed | [B200453452](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200453452/) |
| Dec 3, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: tenant buildout of 1,934 sqft for dental offices in mixed use building on ground floor | $195,000 | [101073640](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073640/) |
| May 21, 2025 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 2, max. Length: 165 FT., max. Height: 170 FT. Location: exterior facde. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200426754](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200426754/) |
| May 8, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Self cert project 2019 CBC interior - initial tenant build-out alterations for new dog grooming service to ground floor tenant space of existing building with total 1397 SQ ftdx-12 zoning, B occupancy, ii-b. Class 1 ec req'd. | $80,000 | [101068024](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101068024/) |
| May 6, 2025 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 42 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: storefront. | $15,000 | [B200420056](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200420056/) |
| Sep 15, 2023 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect one (1) scaffold dates 09/15/2023 through 09/15/2024 | $111 | [101031706](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101031706/) |
| Jan 25, 2023 | Fire systems | Fire alarm permit modify an existing city of chicago approved high rise fire alarm / voice evacuation system in an existing 17 story building for the addition of ada/sensory units on the 3rd (unit 309) and 7th (unit 703) floors. Elevator recall is existing and not part of this scope. | $2,000 | [B100998656](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100998656/) |
| Jul 13, 2021 | Sign | Install one internally illuminated wall sign on storefront east elevation. | $5,000 | [100918764](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100918764/) |
| Jun 28, 2021 | Fire systems | Fire alarm permit modify an existing city of chicago approved fire alarm/voice evacuation system in an existing 16 story high rise building for a tenant buildout on the 1st floor. Tie new notification devices to existing circuits serving floor/area. | $5,000 | [B100920914](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100920914/) |
| Mar 23, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 - interior tenant build out of take-out cookie shop. Build out includes toilet room, kitchen area, kitchen storage, order counter per plans | $50,000 | [100913561](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100913561/) |
| Apr 30, 2019 | Fire systems | Fire alarm - tenant build out on 1st & 2nd fls (p). CK#143869;$750.00. | Not listed | [B100816580](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100816580/) |
| Apr 8, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Demolition of existing offices on second floor and construction of new offices (business).build-out of first floor unoccupied space as partial office (business) and partial shell retail (mercantile) space for future tenant. | $50,000 | [100805874](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100805874/) |
| Apr 20, 2018 | Alteration or repair | *Self-cert* interior alterations to building demising walls and corridor for 1st floor retail space in new 16-story residential high-rise as per plans. Work to include install of entrance with recessed door opening. | $50,000 | [100749828](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100749828/) |
| Mar 14, 2017 | Sign | One flag mount, internally illuminated sign to go on south elevation (74385cab-01 st) | $14,000 | [100688957](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100688957/) |
| Mar 10, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Revision to permit #100647019 for a 16-story residential high-rise with first floor retail with 134 total units - 81 dwelling units and 53 efficiency units to add a dog run to the level 3 east terrace. | $75,000 | [100694533](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100694533/) |
| Dec 21, 2016 | Elevator | Installation of one (2) 4000lb.cap, 500fpm, 16-floors, 6-13mm hoist ropes, 2:1 passenger elevators. Pursuant to the plans submitted. | $688,750 | [100684197](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100684197/) |
| Dec 13, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Revision to permit #100647019 for a 16-story residential high-rise with first floor retail with 134 total units - 81 dwelling units and 53 efficiency units to include buildout of 16th floor roof deck, revising a portion of the 16th floor mechanical room to a sky lounge and adding a mechanical screen | $275,000 | [100683136](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100683136/) |
| Jul 27, 2016 | Elevator | Installation of one (1) 7000lb.cap, 17-floor single champion hoist us-7000. Pursuant to the plans submitted for the elevator permit. | $60,000 | [100661973](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100661973/) |
| Jul 20, 2016 | New building | Installation and operation of champion single car us7000 hoist tower with 7,000 lbs. Car capacity, as per plans. | $60,000 | [100654777](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100654777/) |
| May 2, 2016 | New building | Full building for proposed 16-story residential high-rise with first floor retail and 134 total units 81 dwelling units and 53 efficiency units | $32,660,000 | [100647019](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100647019/) |
| Apr 29, 2016 | New building | Foundation design for the installation and operation of a peiner sk415 temporary tower crane, as per plans. | $60,000 | [100635862](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100635862/) |
| Mar 21, 2016 | New building | Foundations only for a proposed 16-story residential high-rise with first floor retail and 134 total units (81-dwelling units and 53-efficiency units) | $715,000 | [100640528](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100640528/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

56 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2026 | [722 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/722-s-wabash-ave/) | 210 ft SE | New building | Permit expires on 10/27/2026 erection starts: 9/4/2026, erection ends: 9/4/2026. Columbia college convocation 2026mobile stage - 1 day event september 4, 2026 erect one (1) stageline sl100 24x20 erect 9/4/2026- remove 9/4/2026assembly | $7,500 | [101087787](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087787/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 40 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [520 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/520-s-state-st/) | 810 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 2 systems : 1 fan coil unit(goodman 3 ton 13 seer r32 with matching coil on roof) 1 duct furnace(goodman 80% 100k btu single stage furnace). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, interior close | $13,837 | [B200513639](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513639/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [700 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/700-s-federal-st/) | 890 ft W | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 12500 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: roof top. IL Roofing contractor license: 104003433. | $806,000 | [B200511773](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511773/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [819 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/819-s-state-st/) | 660 ft S | Plumbing | For permit 101079296: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200512897](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512897/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [41 E 8th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/41-e-8th-st/) | 560 ft S | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 4800 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: 6 th floor and 36th floor roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104003433. | $351,050 | [B200510984](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510984/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [720 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/720-s-michigan-ave/) | 610 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: kitchen and common areas. | $50,000 | [B200510879](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510879/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [531 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/531-s-plymouth-ct/) | 870 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1250 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: south elevation. | $17,850 | [B200509514](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509514/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [621 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/621-s-plymouth-ct/) | 610 ft NW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 11800 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: roofing. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000096. | $372,111 | [B200509219](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509219/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [777 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/777-s-state-st/) | 550 ft SW | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 85 FT., max. Height: 300 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 | [B200510285](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510285/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [8 E 9th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8-e-9th-st/) | 970 ft S | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 40 FT., max. Height: 300 FT. Location: east and west elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200509505](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509505/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [633 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/633-s-plymouth-ct/) | 570 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 20 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: unit 1004. | $2,500 | [B200476405](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476405/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [542 S Dearborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/542-s-dearborn-st/) | 980 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: interior removal of non-load bearing partitions on levels 4-14 of an existing 14-story office building as per plans interior tenant buildout to be permitted at a later date.(occupancy group: B / type 1a construction) consultant reviewer: globetrotters engineering | $250,000 | [101085773](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085773/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [40 E 9th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/40-e-9th-st/) | 940 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 6. Specific location: unit #512 bathroom kitchen. | $1,850 | [B200507175](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507175/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [621 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/621-s-plymouth-ct/) | 610 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 make up air unit(aaon, rn-025-3-0-gaby-v0-21-000-a, rooftop). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, exterior work, roof only. | $205,000 | [B200481356](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481356/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [640 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/640-s-federal-st/) | 930 ft W | Alteration or repair | Nonstructural interior replacment of electrical, plumbing and finishes, install of washer anfd dryer (no floor alterations). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 702. | $750 | [B200478164](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478164/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [819 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/819-s-state-st/) | 660 ft S | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing fitness center (basement - 2nd floor) in existing 10-story mixed use building (occupancy group: a-3; B /type 1a construction) with m.e.p., compliance with cited violation as per plans. Certified plans corrections: conditional permit subject to field in | $4,330,000 | [101079296](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079296/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [819 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/819-s-wabash-ave/) | 630 ft S | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alteration to 7th floor.... No change in use b-business and construction type IV heavy timber. | $12,000 | [101085671](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085671/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [50 E Ida B Wells Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/50-e-ida-b-wells-dr/) | 960 ft N | Other | Scope: installation of paint and wall coverings. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), atrium ceiling. | $4,500,000 | [B200473819](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473819/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [33 E Ida B Wells Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/33-e-ida-b-wells-dr/) | 860 ft N | Sign | Installation of vinyl sign on east facade applied to interior of glass - sign reads center for student success | $2,500 | [101084868](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084868/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [33 E Ida B Wells Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/33-e-ida-b-wells-dr/) | 860 ft N | Sign | Installation of vinyl sign on east facade applied to interior of glass - sign reads columbia college chicago | $2,500 | [101084867](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084867/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [47 W Polk St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/47-w-polk-st/) | 920 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: alteration of 265 square feet of interior professional services space on the first floor of an existing 3 story building. Occupancy group B; type IIIA construction. | $160,000 | [101084423](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084423/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [780 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/780-s-federal-st/) | 940 ft W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 19100 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: south & west exterior facade. | $400,000 | [B200475500](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475500/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [720 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/720-s-federal-st/) | 890 ft W | New building | Permit expires on 08/25/2026 erection starts: 9/9/2026, erection ends: 9/13/2026. Near south planning board lite festcanopy- reinstate 101057850 2 day event (9/12-13/2025)erect one (1) 30x33 (9mx10m) structure, and one (1) 30x66 (9mx20m) structure tent.erect 9/9/2026- remove 9/13/2026assembly | $9,000 | [101085186](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085186/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [633 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/633-s-plymouth-ct/) | 570 ft W | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 100 FT., max. Height: 170 FT. Location: all exterior facade elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200475910](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475910/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [801 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/801-s-plymouth-ct/) | 650 ft SW | Grading | Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 100sq. FT., Excavation =. Location: private drive entry. | $80,000 | [B200474154](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474154/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [780 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/780-s-federal-st/) | 940 ft W | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 3, max. Length: 40 FT., max. Height: 160 FT. Location: south & west exterior facade. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200473931](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473931/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [600 S Dearborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/600-s-dearborn-st/) | 900 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 125 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: unit# 805: closet area. | $2,480 | [B200472451](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472451/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [520 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/520-s-michigan-ave/) | 940 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: replacement / upgrade of existing roof-top cooling towers for existing congress plaza hotel (occupancy group r-1); type 1a construction)self-certification | $1,000,000 | [101081672](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081672/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [801 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/801-s-wabash-ave/) | 560 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 3 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: garage add circuits. | $2,000 | [B200470091](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470091/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [740 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/740-s-federal-st/) | 900 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 100 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: unit 710. | $2,050 | [B200470989](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470989/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [1 E 8th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1-e-8th-st/) | 620 ft SW | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 260 FT., max. Height: 100 FT. Location: all exterior facade elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200471446](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471446/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [819 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/819-s-wabash-ave/) | 630 ft S | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: suite 700. | $16,879 | [B200471317](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471317/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [33 E Ida B Wells Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/33-e-ida-b-wells-dr/) | 860 ft N | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101078579. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: no. Special locking: yes. Monitoring type: none (exempt). Specific location: 1st floor corridor - adult education use. | Not listed | [B200468088](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468088/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [719 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/719-s-state-st/) | 330 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC convert 2nd, 3rd, & 4th floor to residential from office. New 540 sf rear addition (all floors) and new balconies. Existing business on 1st floor. New 256 sf covered carport, existing 3 parking spaces. (Occupancy group B & R2; type IIIA construction ) | $1,100,000 | [101080923](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080923/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [711 S Dearborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/711-s-dearborn-st/) | 680 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: elevator pit and elevator machine room. | $2,000 | [B200469435](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469435/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [780 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/780-s-federal-st/) | 940 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 11 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: apartment 1007. | $14,259 | [B200467700](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467700/) |
| May 9, 2026 | [740 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/740-s-federal-st/) | 900 ft W | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 1 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Includes repair or replacement of plumbing risers in existing chases. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 710. | $6,900 | [B200467317](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467317/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [633 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/633-s-plymouth-ct/) | 570 ft W | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior shower remodeling within an existing bathroom (interior work only). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, unit 502, bathroom shower. | $10,000 | [B200464017](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200464017/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [600 S Dearborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/600-s-dearborn-st/) | 900 ft NW | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 60 FT., max. Height: 220 FT. Location: west elevation. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200468788](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468788/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [725 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/725-s-wabash-ave/) | 270 ft SE | Roofing | Alteration of existing communication equipment. Alteration of 1 boxes and equipment on 1 towers / structures. Location: modification to existing antenna on roof per plans. | $50,000 | [B200464022](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200464022/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [525 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-s-state-st/) | 760 ft N | Sign | Installation of illuminated wall sign at sugaring NYC - 11 east ida B. Wells drive, chicago, IL 60605 | $1,500 | [101080188](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080188/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2026 | [600 S Federal St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/600-s-federal-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: remove and replace existing security turnstiles on ground floor at both the north main entrance and south rear entrance corridor. Install new security -circlelock- turnstile and hollow metal egress door at north entrance. Install new pairs of hollow metal swing doors at the sout | $299,280 | [101086734](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086734/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [906 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/906-s-wabash-ave/) | 0.20 mi S | Sign | Install a projection sign on the building elevation (aria nail spa) | $1,500 | [101079872](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079872/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [906 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/906-s-wabash-ave/) | 0.20 mi S | Sign | Install a set of channel letter sign on the east building elevation. Aria nail spa) | $3,500 | [101079871](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079871/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [200 E Balbo Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/200-e-balbo-dr/) | 0.22 mi E | New building | Permit expires on 10/11/2026 erection starts: 8/27/2026, erection ends: 8/31/2026. CBC 2019 - 2026 Panda fest chicago stage at upper hutchinson field on aug 28-30, 2026. Setup aug 27 and takedown aug 31, 2026. 1-Sl100 mobile stage with wings. Csem with dragonfest LLC. | $3,000 | [101087080](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087080/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [899 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/899-s-plymouth-ct/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC - interior alterations of existing ground floor business commercial space for expansion of existing restaurant as per plans at existing 27 story residential/ commercial building occupancy groups A-2 / B. Type 1-a construction certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $100,000 | [101078872](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078872/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [425 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/425-s-wabash-ave/) | 0.22 mi N | Elevator | Removal of one(1) 750lb capacity vertical wheelchair lift, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev007039) | $14,900 | [101085481](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085481/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [900 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/900-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: interior. | $3,500 | [B200478174](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478174/) |
| Jul 19, 2026 | [800 S Clark St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/800-s-clark-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Addition | For permit 101079923: replacement general contractor. Additional electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200475968](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475968/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [430 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/430-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Elevator | Door package upgrade on (4) ewgt passenger elevators, cars 1,2, 3 & 6; car 1 & 2: 3000lbs capacity, 10 floors. Car 3: 3000lbs capacity, 12 floors and car 6: 3500lbs capacity, 11 floors. | $683,400 | [101085484](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085484/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [900 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/900-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | For permit 101076336: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200472433](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472433/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [910 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/910-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 5, max. Length: 135 FT., max. Height: 266 FT. Location: east and northeast facade. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200470422](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470422/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [906 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/906-s-wabash-ave/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: 1st floor and exterior front. | $2,000 | [B200470056](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470056/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [901 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/901-s-plymouth-ct/) | 0.21 mi SW | Grading | Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 1500sq. FT., Excavation = no. Location: existing parking garage. | $430,000 | [B200465404](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200465404/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [899 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/899-s-plymouth-ct/) | 0.21 mi SW | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 3 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, bathroom in unit #2201. | $23,000 | [B200468570](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468570/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [430 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/430-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 65020 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: roof replacement. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000134. | $2,041,811 | [B200466898](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200466898/) |

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