# Building permits at 3442 S Lowe Ave, Chicago, IL

3402 S Lowe Ave: a new building permitted Jul 22, demolition Sep 2.

Three permits on record here. The newest, Oct 10, 2024: Reinstate permit no 100963110, must begin work and or request inspections no later than december 2024 on. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 19 more permits (18 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 390 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2024 | Other | Reinstate permit no 100963110, must begin work and or request inspections no later than december 2024 on 100963110 | Not listed | [101060945](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101060945/) |
| Sep 18, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC 2existing two flat 2.5 story framed building o/ basement in R-3 district. Proposed renovation of existing unit #1 on first floor and basement level. Proposed new rear open wood deck. | $150,000 | [101051381](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101051381/) |
| Oct 12, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: de-conversion from a 3 to 2 d.u. Interior renovation of the existing 2nd and 3rd floor duplex and duplex existing 1st floor to basement level. (Occupancy group R-5; construction type va) | $50,000 | [100963110](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100963110/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 12 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 2026 | [3402 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3402-s-lowe-ave/) | 390 ft N | 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/) | 990 ft NW | 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/) | 890 ft N | 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/) | 880 ft NW | 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 | [3319 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3319-s-lowe-ave/) | 930 ft N | 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 14, 2026 | [757 W 35th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/757-w-35th-st/) | 940 ft W | Sign | Illuminated 38 sq/ft wall sign; west elevation; chase | $4,000 | [101081768](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081768/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [757 W 35th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/757-w-35th-st/) | 940 ft W | Sign | Illuminated 38 sq/ft wall sign; north elevation; chase | $4,000 | [101081766](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081766/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [3544 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3544-s-union-ave/) | 750 ft SW | Other | For permit 101067673: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200506810](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506810/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [3432 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3432-s-union-ave/) | 350 ft W | 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 22, 2026 | [3402 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3402-s-lowe-ave/) | 390 ft N | 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/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [3335 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3335-s-union-ave/) | 840 ft N | 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 11, 2026 | [3342 S Parnell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3342-s-parnell-ave/) | 980 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC construct a second story type VA frame addition and interior alterations to the single family residence with a basement and a new rear open porch, as per architectural plans. R5 occupancy classification. Conditional permit subject to field inspections | $335,000 | [101078679](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078679/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 7 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [3622 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3622-s-emerald-ave/) | 0.25 mi SW | Electrical | Scope: drainage system with dedicated electrical. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, basement. | $15,863 | [B200513490](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513490/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [3401 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3401-s-halsted-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | 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/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [3402 S Normal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3402-s-normal-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Elevator | Installation of (1) one inclined platform stair lift, 716lbs capacity @ 25fpm, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $42,555 | [101085513](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085513/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [3402 S Normal Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3402-s-normal-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Elevator | Remove inclined platform stair lift with new one being installed under permit #101085513. | $42,555 | [101085512](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085512/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [3540 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3540-s-halsted-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 0; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 2. Affects: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), location: facade. | $8,000 | [B200474036](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474036/) |
| Jun 14, 2026 | [3607 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3607-s-emerald-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1600 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: exterior facade. | $17,750 | [B200474602](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474602/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [3500 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3500-s-halsted-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Other | Permit expires on 08/01/2026 erection starts: 6/19/2026, erection ends: 6/21/2026. CBC 2019. 2026 Motoblot stage on S halsted st on june 19-21, 2026. 1-24X20 mobile stage with wings. Special events services group. | $3,000 | [101084163](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084163/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on S Lowe Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [3402 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3402-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Sep 2, 2026
- [3361 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3361-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Oct 9, 2025
- [3322 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3322-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Aug 28, 2026
- [3319 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3319-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Aug 19, 2026
- [3246 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3246-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Nov 12, 2024
- [3218 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3218-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Jun 18, 2025
- [3700 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3700-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Sep 21, 2026
- [3159 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3159-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Sep 10, 2026
- [3726 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3726-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Mar 20, 2025
- [3153 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3153-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Jul 29, 2025

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