# Building permits at 3259 S Emerald Ave, Chicago, IL 3402 S Lowe Ave: a new building permitted Jul 22, demolition Sep 2. One permit here in the last two years. The newest, Aug 29, 2025: Proposed 2 story/2 unit residence w/basement. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 25 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 980 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 29, 2025 | New building | Proposed 2 story/2 unit residence w/basement, rear decks, rear 2 story stairs, and 2 car garage, per plans. Zoning amendment #22689-t1 to reduce the rear setback passed 03.12.2025. | $630,000 | [101071499](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101071499/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 25 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 18 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 23, 2026 | [3141 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3141-s-halsted-st/) | 930 ft N | Sign | Szechuan alleynew electrical id wall signlocation: west elevationfacing: halsted st.reads: szechuan alley | $3,000 | [101044799](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101044799/) | | Sep 18, 2026 | [3401 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3401-s-halsted-st/) | 780 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 28 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 1, MAX. Length 4. Location: exterior northside of building. | $1,500 | [B200509759](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509759/) | | Sep 14, 2026 | [3214 S Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3214-s-green-st/) | 880 ft NW | Other | Reinstate permit no 101069069 must begin work and or request inspection no later than march 2027 on permit no 101069069 | Not listed | [101088472](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088472/) | | Sep 10, 2026 | [3159 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3159-s-lowe-ave/) | 940 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: garage masonry repairs. | $18,000 | [B200511112](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511112/) | | Sep 2, 2026 | [3402 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3402-s-lowe-ave/) | 980 ft SE | Demolition | Complex demolition: wreck and remove a 2 story frame/masonry residence | $20,000 | [B101085284](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101085284/) | | Sep 1, 2026 | [3338 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3338-s-emerald-ave/) | 450 ft S | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall, electrical, plumbing, finishes and ductwork due to fire damage (no floor plan alterations). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), level 1, | $232,500 | [B200476970](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476970/) | | Aug 28, 2026 | [3322 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3322-s-lowe-ave/) | 650 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 20'-0' ' x18'-0' '. Gable roof height to peak: 15'-0' '. | $30,809 | [B200509452](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509452/) | | Aug 21, 2026 | [3345 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3345-s-emerald-ave/) | 520 ft S | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall in two bedrooms only (no electrical work under this permit) locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), first floor only | $3,500 | [B200480899](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480899/) | | Aug 19, 2026 | [3151 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3151-s-halsted-st/) | 840 ft NW | Other | For permit b200460353: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200507910](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507910/) | | Aug 19, 2026 | [3319 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3319-s-lowe-ave/) | 710 ft E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019-cbrc: demolition of an existing rear enclosed porch and erections of a new open metal porch at the rear elevation of an existing residential building. No change to use, occupancy, or building footprint (occupancy group R-5; type VB construction). | $25,000 | [101085839](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085839/) | | Aug 6, 2026 | [3212 S Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3212-s-green-st/) | 890 ft NW | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 0 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Repair or in-kind replacement of hot water heater(s). Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), basement. | $7,336 | [B200477204](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477204/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [3402 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3402-s-lowe-ave/) | 980 ft SE | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: erect new 2 story, 2du building w/basement, exterior rear 2 story stair and exterior front entrance stair and 2 rear exterior parking spaces as per plans (occupancy type R-5, type IIIA construction) | $505,000 | [101082118](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082118/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [3240 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3240-s-halsted-st/) | 490 ft NW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1875 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: rooftop. IL Roofing contractor license: 104017893. | $85,000 | [B200476754](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476754/) | | Jun 18, 2026 | [3204 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3204-s-union-ave/) | 610 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior repair/replacement of drywall and finishes. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), interior work only (1st and 2nd floor ) | $15,000 | [B200473224](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473224/) | | Jun 16, 2026 | [3335 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3335-s-union-ave/) | 500 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 50 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: porch beam and replacement of some bricks. | $15,200 | [B200474695](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474695/) | | Jun 2, 2026 | [821 W 33rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/821-w-33rd-st/) | 630 ft W | Alteration or repair | Removal of rear 1 story enclosed porch, proposed rear 2 story addition w/basement, reconfiguration of rear wood deck to comply with the side setback, and relocation of pool for an existing 1 story SFR w/basement, per plans. | $175,000 | [101073048](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073048/) | | May 9, 2026 | [3151 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3151-s-halsted-st/) | 840 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to convert two bedrooms to one master bedroom and add master bath, work includes associated plumbing and electrical. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), master bedroom master beth in 2nd floor. | $40,000 | [B200460353](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200460353/) | | May 1, 2026 | [3315 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3315-s-halsted-st/) | 400 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC revision to permit #101072868 3315 S halsted st. (2) New bifold window openings at 1st floor per plans. Work to only include new windows. Zoned b1-2, mixed occupancy A-2 - restaurant general / R-3 - dwelling unit above ground floor. Iii-a 2 story building with existing basement and (2) | $2,000 | [101081519](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081519/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 7 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 6, 2026 | [721 W 31st St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/721-w-31st-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $33,000 | [B200514297](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514297/) | | Sep 23, 2026 | [3119 S Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3119-s-green-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 1 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, rear property of exterior building. | $10,000 | [B200511125](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511125/) | | Sep 15, 2026 | [3135 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3135-s-lowe-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 4200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 8, MAX. Length 5. Location: exterior facade. | $26,870 | [B200511852](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511852/) | | Jul 28, 2026 | [3432 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3432-s-union-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 701 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 1, MAX. Length 5. Location: FT wall, porch and stoop. | $25,000 | [B200480375](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480375/) | | Jul 21, 2026 | [3227 S Lituanica Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3227-s-lituanica-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | 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 14, 2026 | [843 W 34th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/843-w-34th-st/) | 0.20 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: 14'-0' '. | $29,968 | [B200478587](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478587/) | | May 12, 2026 | [3350 S Lituanica Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3350-s-lituanica-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | 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/) | ## More on this street Other addresses on S Emerald Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [3232 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3232-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Oct 28, 2025 - [3230 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3230-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Sep 19, 2025 - [3338 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3338-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Sep 1, 2026 - [3345 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3345-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Aug 21, 2026 - [3120 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3120-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit May 27, 2025 - [3413 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3413-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Jan 21, 2026 - [3037 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3037-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Sep 24, 2025 - [3522 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3522-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit May 8, 2025 - [2937 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2937-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Apr 24, 2026 - [3607 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3607-s-emerald-ave/): newest permit Jun 14, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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