# Building permits at 3240 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL

One permit here in the last two years. The newest, Jun 3: New/replacement installation. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 23 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 3, 2026 | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 49'-0' ' (length). Location: outdoors. | $5,000 | [B200473111](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473111/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2026 | [3247 S Morgan St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3247-s-morgan-st/) | 440 ft E | Other | For permit 101047828: replacement plumbing contractor. Additional plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200479899](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479899/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [3156 S Morgan St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3156-s-morgan-st/) | 670 ft NE | Sign | Illuminated, flat wall sign, 38 sq/ft; east most north elevation; mb | $4,000 | [101086690](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086690/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [3156 S Morgan St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3156-s-morgan-st/) | 670 ft NE | Sign | Illuminated, digital cabinet on projecting blade, wall sign, 2 sq/ft; east most north elevation; n/s facing text; | $1,000 | [101086689](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086689/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [3156 S Morgan St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3156-s-morgan-st/) | 670 ft NE | Sign | Illuminated, projecting blade, wall sign, 9 sq/ft; east most north elevation; n/s facing text; | $3,500 | [101086687](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086687/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [3156 S Morgan St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3156-s-morgan-st/) | 670 ft NE | Sign | Illuminated, projecting blade, wall sign, 30 sq/ft; east most south elevation; n/s facing text; 8 sq/ft emc cabinet; mb | $4,000 | [101086684](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086684/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [1001 W 32nd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1001-w-32nd-st/) | 630 ft NE | Sign | Panel change in existing, illuminated, ground sign. N/e lot location; n/w s/e facing text; 26 sq/ft; mb | $1,000 | [101086565](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086565/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [3247 S Morgan St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3247-s-morgan-st/) | 440 ft E | Other | For permit 101047828: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200480878](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480878/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [3302 S Morgan St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3302-s-morgan-st/) | 360 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: new addition to the existing 3 story masonry building with retail on 1st fl and residential on 2nd & 3rd fl. All MEP in the existing building to remain. New addition to the building includes commercial kitchen and 2 car garage. All new electrical, heating, and plumbing to the new addi | $120,000 | [101076137](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076137/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [3236 S Aberdeen St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3236-s-aberdeen-st/) | 360 ft W | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: revision to permit #101079313 to change new basement structure from wood to steel and for new basement dig down for the interior remodel of existing 2-story, type IIIA masonry and type VA frame, 30' ht, 2-unit residence with basement including new (59) SQ. FT. Rear 3-story wood  | $415,000 | [101083817](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083817/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [3301 S May St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3301-s-may-st/) | 600 ft W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC w/ 2022 suppements: remodel existing 2-flat. Build addition to existing 2-flat. Install new structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems throughout building per plans. (Occupancy R-5; construction typ va) certified plan corrections. | $500,000 | [101083669](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083669/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [3212 S Aberdeen St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3212-s-aberdeen-st/) | 530 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Exploratory scope only: removal of defective exterior masonry wall section to assess structural integrity - no other work included other than for exploratory purposes. Locations: 2 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work | $10,000 | [B200471807](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471807/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [3407 S Carpenter St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3407-s-carpenter-st/) | 780 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: rear exterior of building. | $1,200 | [B200469763](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469763/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [3203 S May St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3203-s-may-st/) | 790 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 3000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 260 SQ. FT. Location: parapet wall and elevations. | $12,000 | [B200471266](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471266/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [3340 S Carpenter St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3340-s-carpenter-st/) | 510 ft S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 150 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: south elevation/grade to 2nd floor. | $3,500 | [B200467960](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467960/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 9 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2026 | [1217 W 33rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1217-w-33rd-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: front of building). | $13,000 | [B200514673](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514673/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [1122 W 34th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1122-w-34th-pl/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 crbc: alterations to existing park fieldhouse exterior ramp and door modifications for accessibility. (Occupancy group a-3; type iii-b construction) | $200,000 | [101085737](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085737/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [3429 S Morgan St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3429-s-morgan-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 30 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 2, MAX. Length 8. Location: 1st fl. Front facade. | $25,000 | [B200477120](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477120/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [3111 S Aberdeen St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3111-s-aberdeen-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: all elevations. | $89,220 | [B200465816](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200465816/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [3227 S Lituanica Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3227-s-lituanica-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). Landing: 50 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $2,000 | [B200478843](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478843/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [1001 W 31st St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1001-w-31st-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Self-cert plans, 2019 ibrc interior alterationsto ground floor retail space in an existing 2story brick building, upgrades to existinginterior to coffee shop, architectural,plumbing, electrical and HVAC per plans | $22,000 | [101082531](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082531/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [3125 S May St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3125-s-may-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Vinyl/pvc fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 123'-0' ' (length). Location: side yard. | $6,176 | [B200474261](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474261/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [3329 S Racine Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3329-s-racine-ave/) | 0.19 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 250 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 4, MAX. Length 7. Parapet rebuilding: 100 SQ. FT. Location: exterior building. | $20,000 | [B200470226](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470226/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [3350 S Lituanica Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3350-s-lituanica-ave/) | 0.21 mi SE | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: front of building). | $36,800 | [B200468163](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468163/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on S Carpenter St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [3303 S Carpenter St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3303-s-carpenter-st/): newest permit Feb 18, 2026
- [3315 S Carpenter St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3315-s-carpenter-st/): newest permit Mar 3, 2026
- [3324 S Carpenter St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3324-s-carpenter-st/): newest permit Aug 17, 2022
- [3326 S Carpenter St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3326-s-carpenter-st/): newest permit May 7, 2025
- [3340 S Carpenter St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3340-s-carpenter-st/): newest permit May 8, 2026
- [3346 S Carpenter St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3346-s-carpenter-st/): newest permit Nov 14, 2024
- [3407 S Carpenter St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3407-s-carpenter-st/): newest permit May 29, 2026
- [3416 S Carpenter St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3416-s-carpenter-st/): newest permit Aug 21, 2025
- [1924 S Carpenter St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1924-s-carpenter-st/): newest permit Apr 28, 2026
- [1915 S Carpenter St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1915-s-carpenter-st/): newest permit Sep 8, 2025

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Map, the one permit at this address and 23 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3240-s-carpenter-st/
