# Building permits at 320 E 21st St, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $15M alteration or repair at 2233 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr, permitted Jul 29.

14 permits on record here. The newest, Apr 15, 2025: Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 36 more permits (28 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2025 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 15 FT., max. Height: 90 FT. Location: north building elevation. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200421439](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200421439/) |
| Oct 21, 2021 | Other | Srip & rebrick exterior of north parapet wall. | $51,370 | [100945382](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100945382/) |
| Feb 15, 2017 | New building | Install four (4) new microwave dish antennas and one (1) new equipment cabinet. Previous bp # b815552. | $40,000 | [100684314](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100684314/) |
| Dec 19, 2016 | Electrical | Add 30a 120v 1ø dedicated circuit for telephone equipment | $2,500 | [B100683689](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100683689/) |
| Mar 27, 2015 | Roofing | Remove concrete topping on patios & replaced with paver and waterproofing. Work at grade. | $259,594 | [100587044](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100587044/) |
| May 24, 2013 | Alteration or repair | South, west & north elevations: tuckpoint 550 SQ. FT., Repair\replace 25 bricks, repair\replace 50 ln. FT. Caulk, repair\replace 2 vnet openings @ 3rd. FLR. Oneast & 4th fl. West only. | $348,900 | [100492223](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100492223/) |
| Nov 25, 2009 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect (1) suspended swing stage. From 11/25/09 to 11/25/10. | Not listed | [100321880](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100321880/) |
| Jun 12, 2009 | Electrical | Install low voltage security system | $350 | [B100295538](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100295538/) |
| Aug 13, 2007 | Elevator | Install one vertical wheelchair lift | $12,280 | [100194263](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100194263/) |
| Jul 7, 2007 | Electrical | Change of electrical contractor. Building permit #100114192 | Not listed | [B100174956](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100174956/) |
| Apr 26, 2007 | Electrical | Install twio (2) elevators | $378,700 | [B100175092](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100175092/) |
| Feb 5, 2007 | Elevator | Install two (2) passenger elevators as per plans | $378,700 | [100161438](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100161438/) |
| Jun 30, 2006 | Alteration or repair | Interior alteration to convert warehouse to a 9 story, 119 du condo with 2 levels of indoor parking. | $6,000,000 | [100114192](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100114192/) |
| Jun 20, 2006 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 4 scaffolds hi lo swing stage from 6/20/06 to 6/20/07 | $100 | [100119407](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100119407/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 22 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | [350 E Cermak Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/350-e-cermak-rd/) | 580 ft SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Hydronic piping extension/reconfiguration, repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 2 chiller(smardt, ad120.3egxx.f2arma.a016ra.e10, roof). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, roof of building. | $400,000 | [B200508912](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508912/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [212 E Cullerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/212-e-cullerton-st/) | 680 ft NW | Elevator | Replacement of governor cable on one(1) 3500lb capacity, 13-floor, 200fpm, passenger elevator(#2), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(163959) | Not listed | [101088252](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088252/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [301 E Cermak Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/301-e-cermak-rd/) | 640 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: exhibit hall. | $3,000 | [B200510035](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510035/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [301 E Cermak Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/301-e-cermak-rd/) | 640 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: exhibit hall. | $3,000 | [B200510034](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510034/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [301 E Cermak Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/301-e-cermak-rd/) | 640 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: exhibit hall. | $3,000 | [B200509691](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509691/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [301 E Cermak Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/301-e-cermak-rd/) | 640 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: exhibit hall. | $3,000 | [B200507846](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507846/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [301 E Cermak Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/301-e-cermak-rd/) | 640 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: exhibit hall. | $3,000 | [B200507840](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507840/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [301 E Cermak Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/301-e-cermak-rd/) | 640 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: exhibit hall. | $3,000 | [B200479198](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479198/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [120 E Cullerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/120-e-cullerton-st/) | 940 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Spr: electrical work only. Replace service conductors and service box for the existing 3,000 ampre switchboard multi dwelling unit 5 story masonry building, as per plans. R2 Occupancy classification. | $400,000 | [101084561](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084561/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [350 E Cermak Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/350-e-cermak-rd/) | 580 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: tenant improvement to remodel electrical rooms and support spaces on the 6th floor suites s600a & s600b of an existing data center. Work to include updates to the mechanical, electrical, fire protection and other affected systems. Exterior work is limited to the removal and replacemen | $8,400,000 | [101081831](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081831/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [2233 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2233-s-dr-martin-l-king-jr-dr/) | 900 ft S | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBC: interior renovation of north tower of existing hotel building. Renovation of 462 guestrooms, guestroom corridors, elevator lobbies. The interior renovations of the building's south tower has been permitted under 101072657. (Occupancy types R1 and B; type IA construction) consultant rev | $14,875,000 | [101083002](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083002/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [2206 S Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2206-s-indiana-ave/) | 970 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 15 amp service disconnecting means with 3 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 16. Lighting outlets: 9. Specific location: inside of new permanent pergola. | $4,000 | [B200478545](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478545/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [1901 S Calumet Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1901-s-calumet-ave/) | 800 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 2 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:2 spaces. Specific location: parking lot. | $1,155 | [B200477870](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477870/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [301 E Cermak Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/301-e-cermak-rd/) | 640 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: exhibit hall. | $3,000 | [B200476069](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476069/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [301 E Cermak Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/301-e-cermak-rd/) | 640 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: exhibit hall. | $3,000 | [B200476048](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476048/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [350 E Cermak Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/350-e-cermak-rd/) | 580 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior preparatory demolition of nonload bearing partitions and m.e.p. Systems with demo drawings and all other work to be performed on renovation permit no. 101081831.Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), 6th 7th floor. | $8,400,000 | [B200468274](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468274/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [2121 S Prairie Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2121-s-prairie-ave/) | 350 ft SW | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101077958. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 3rd floor meeting rooms. | Not listed | [B200470557](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470557/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [120 E Cullerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/120-e-cullerton-st/) | 940 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: bldg west side exterior. | $40,000 | [B200471326](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471326/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [2121 S Prairie Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2121-s-prairie-ave/) | 350 ft SW | Electrical | For permit 101077958: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200471501](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471501/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [350 E Cermak Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/350-e-cermak-rd/) | 580 ft SE | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 5/21/2026. End date: 11/17/2026. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit and | Not listed | [B200470845](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470845/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [221 E Cullerton St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/221-e-cullerton-st/) | 560 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 2 systems : 3 rooftop packaged unit(york kj061n12beaca2a1) 2 other heating equipment(solution are,aw-i-4-250 condensers). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, rooftop. | $429,880 | [B200470449](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470449/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [2121 S Prairie Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2121-s-prairie-ave/) | 350 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: alteration to 3rd floor meeting rooms within hotel tower. Combination of existing meeting room (glessner) with adjacent prefunction room, and combination of two adjacent meeting rooms (pullman and clark). Associated MEP revisions. No structural scope. (Occupancy group a-3, B, r-1, s-2 | $1,600,000 | [101077958](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077958/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | [1919 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1919-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Sign | Awning 'evan hair salon' 3'-1''x15-0'' | $3,000 | [101083423](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083423/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [1800 S Prairie Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1800-s-prairie-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Standard plan 2019 CBRC: the project is to provide a handicap-accessible entrance at the existing north entrance of the coach house. Work includes installing a new interior ada-accessible ramp, replacing existing wood entrance doors, modifying the existing stone sidewalk, interior concrete floor, an | $155,000 | [101082550](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082550/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [2001 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2001-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 160 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 | [B200507122](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507122/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [2001 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2001-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | Grading | Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 65sq. FT., Excavation =. Location: all elevations. | $29,867 | [B200507120](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507120/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [2301 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2301-s-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-dr/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 999 circuits to existing 60 amp service disconnecting means. Add 3 circuits to existing 100 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 999. Lighting outlets: 70. Specific location: exhibit hall, concourse and meeting rooms. | $1,500 | [B200475582](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475582/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [2301 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2301-s-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-dr/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 780 circuits to existing 60 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 800. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: mccormick place west hall and meeting rooms. | $1,500 | [B200473816](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473816/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [2301 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2301-s-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-dr/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 999 circuits to existing 60 amp service disconnecting means. Add 150 circuits to existing 100 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 999. Lighting outlets: 200. Specific location: mccormick place south and north halls. | $2,250 | [B200471015](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471015/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [2014 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2014-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1100 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 263 SQ. FT. Location: east facade, parapet & exterior upper face. | $28,450 | [B200476062](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476062/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [2001 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2001-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 0 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 168 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), kitchen riser 5 and 6, bathroom riser 7. | $500,000 | [B200472282](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472282/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [1936 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1936-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 1; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 0. Affects: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), location: north elevation. | $285,723 | [B200469301](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469301/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [2014 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2014-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 852 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: repair parapet wall - east elevations. | $28,450 | [B200472165](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472165/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [2301 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2301-s-dr-martin-l-king-jr-dr/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: interior alteration permit to install new escalators to connect levels 2 and 3 in existing exhibition/convention building. Follows phase 1 permit 101078257 for preparatory floor slab demolition within the escalator lobby. (Occupancy group a-3; type i-b construction) consultant reviewe | $2,000,000 | [101079861](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079861/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [2300 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2300-s-dr-martin-l-king-jr-dr/) | 0.23 mi S | Elevator | Removal of four(4) escalators(cc1 thru cc4), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev019364) | Not listed | [101082530](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082530/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [2301 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2301-s-dr-martin-l-king-jr-dr/) | 0.23 mi S | Elevator | Installation of (3) three escalators pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection (ev014623). | $750,000 | [101082474](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082474/) |

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