# Building permits at 3523 W 85th St, Chicago, IL

Three permits on record here. The newest, Jul 15, 2025: Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 17 more permits (16 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 2025 | Electrical | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 3.69 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of detached structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $2,200 | [B200433796](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200433796/) |
| Jul 15, 2025 | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 6.56 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of principal structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $14,964 | [B200433786](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200433786/) |
| Jul 11, 2025 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. 13.5 Kwh lithium ion energy storage system. Specific location: service conductors, exterior wall. | $2,200 | [B200433500](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200433500/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [3560 W 85th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3560-w-85th-pl/) | 430 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 5 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 5. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement/exterior. | $2,850 | [B200513938](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513938/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [3560 W 85th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3560-w-85th-pl/) | 430 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 5 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 5. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement/exterior. | $9,500 | [B200513935](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513935/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [3447 W 84th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3447-w-84th-st/) | 770 ft NE | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 24'-0' ' x24'-0' '. Hip roof height to peak: 13'-0' '. | $54,315 | [B200507393](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507393/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [3459 W 85th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3459-w-85th-st/) | 310 ft E | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 10.35 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of home. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $29,665 | [B200476558](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476558/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [3459 W 85th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3459-w-85th-st/) | 310 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: main panel, meter. | $4,000 | [B200476559](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476559/) |
| Jun 19, 2026 | [3442 W 84th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3442-w-84th-pl/) | 600 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 125 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: meter, exterior. | $750 | [B200475514](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475514/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [3512 W 84th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3512-w-84th-pl/) | 420 ft N | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Vinyl/pvc fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 128'-0' ' (length). Location: side and rear yard. | $7,864 | [B200475032](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475032/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [3416 W 85th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3416-w-85th-st/) | 720 ft E | Alteration or repair | Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 40sq. FT., Excavation = no. Location: front concrete steps and stoop. | $1,200 | [B200472466](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472466/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | [3700 W 84th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3700-w-84th-pl/) | 0.22 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Chain link fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 105'-0' ' (length). Location: rear yard west side. | $4,980 | [B200511875](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511875/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [3700 W 84th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3700-w-84th-pl/) | 0.22 mi W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 6.3 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of detached structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $11,970 | [B200507049](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507049/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [3700 W 84th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3700-w-84th-pl/) | 0.22 mi W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 9.45 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of main building. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $22,955 | [B200507048](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507048/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [3700 W 84th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3700-w-84th-pl/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 125 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: exterior, meter. | $1,400 | [B200507050](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507050/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [3636 W 86th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3636-w-86th-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1838 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: at top of the roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104.02017. | $13,023 | [B200479237](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479237/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [3639 W 86th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3639-w-86th-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1848 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: at top of the roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104.02017. | $14,262 | [B200478803](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478803/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [3414 W 84th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3414-w-84th-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 8.1 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of detached structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $15,390 | [B200473447](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473447/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [3414 W 84th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3414-w-84th-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 12.15 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of main house. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $33,085 | [B200473443](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473443/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [3414 W 84th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3414-w-84th-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: service conductor, main panel, exterior. | $4,480 | [B200473452](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473452/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on W 85th St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [3459 W 85th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3459-w-85th-st/): newest permit Jul 9, 2026
- [3416 W 85th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3416-w-85th-st/): newest permit May 29, 2026
- [3644 W 85th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3644-w-85th-st/): newest permit Apr 16, 2025
- [3647 W 85th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3647-w-85th-st/): newest permit Aug 18, 2025
- [3344 W 85th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3344-w-85th-st/): newest permit Jul 1, 2025
- [3741 W 85th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3741-w-85th-st/): newest permit Jul 6, 2026
- [3742 W 85th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3742-w-85th-st/): newest permit Feb 18, 2025
- [3301 W 85th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3301-w-85th-st/): newest permit Jun 24, 2025
- [3261 W 85th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3261-w-85th-st/): newest permit Oct 28, 2025
- [3846 W 85th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3846-w-85th-st/): newest permit Jul 10, 2026

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