# Building permits at 3530 N Bell Ave, Chicago, IL

3530 N Bell Ave: demolition permitted Mar 12, 2025, a new building Apr 2, 2025.

Three permits on record here. The newest, Apr 2, 2025: Sc CBC 2019. Erect a 2 story type VA frame single family residence with a basement. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 42 more permits (41 projects) since May 1. Five are for new buildings, the nearest 250 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2025 | New building | Sc CBC 2019. Erect a 2 story type VA frame single family residence with a basement, detached 3 car garage with a roof deck an metal access stair and a 6'-0" privacy fence, as per plans. R5 occupancy classification. | $650,000 | [101065246](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101065246/) |
| Mar 12, 2025 | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 2 story masonry multi unit residence and a detached frame garage | $25,000 | [B101064381](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101064381/) |
| Sep 30, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: replacement of exterior concrete stairs to the building entrance with new stairs. Spot tuck-pointing to exterior wall at deteriorated mortar joints & replacement of damaged brick as required. | $35,000 | [100917436](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100917436/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 31 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [3531 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3531-n-oakley-ave/) | 250 ft W | Demolition | Demolition of a 2-story residential occupancy building. 2 Residential units. 0 Non-residential units. Includes demolition of residential private garage. Location on lot: front. (Complex demolition.) | $10,000 | [B200506940](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506940/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [3445 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3445-n-oakley-ave/) | 580 ft SW | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC proposed two story single family frame residence with basement, front open masonry steps with roof, rear concrete patio, new two car frame garage w/ rooftop deck self-cert (occupancy class R-5, construction type va) | $800,000 | [101087547](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087547/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [3615 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3615-n-leavitt-st/) | 640 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 24 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 30 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 30 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 33. Lighting outlets: 14. Specific location: b | $22,350 | [B200512634](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512634/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [3615 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3615-n-leavitt-st/) | 640 ft NE | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 3 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), second floor. | $4,550 | [B200510948](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510948/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [2318 W Addison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2318-w-addison-st/) | 630 ft NW | Demolition | Complex demolition: wreck and remove a two story masonry residence and detached frame garage | $25,000 | [B101085059](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101085059/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [3531 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3531-n-oakley-ave/) | 250 ft W | New building | Sc 2019 CBRC. Erect a 2 story type VA frame single family residence with a basement, 6 foot high privacy fence and a 3 car detached garage with a roof deck and metal access stair, as per plans. R5 occupancy classification | $685,000 | [101086514](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086514/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [3502 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3502-n-oakley-ave/) | 440 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert. Revision to permit #101083851 to include electric work in basement. | $250,000 | [101088168](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088168/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [3443 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3443-n-oakley-ave/) | 590 ft SW | Other | For permit 101080883: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200509878](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509878/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [3541 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3541-n-oakley-ave/) | 270 ft W | Roofing | Scope: roof recover. Area: 1400 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: roofing. IL Roofing contractor license: 104020510. | $11,000 | [B200509785](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509785/) |
| Aug 29, 2026 | [3430 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3430-n-bell-ave/) | 660 ft S | Other | For permit 101066273: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200509013](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509013/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [3654 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3654-n-bell-ave/) | 910 ft N | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to single dwelling unit in a 2-story 2-du building per plans (occupancy group R-5; type IIIB construction) | $250,000 | [101086450](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086450/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [3445 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3445-n-oakley-ave/) | 580 ft SW | Demolition | Complex demolition: wreck and remove a 3 story frame multi unit residence and a detached frame garage | $20,000 | [B101084503](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101084503/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [3539 N Hamilton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3539-n-hamilton-ave/) | 740 ft E | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC with a structural peer review.full building permit for 2 story + basement single-family house with garage connected by enclosed walkway. Scope includes new electrical, plumbing & HVAC systems (occupancy R-5; type v-a construction). | $1,800,000 | [101076019](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076019/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [3456 N Claremont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3456-n-claremont-ave/) | 770 ft SW | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 950lb capacity, 4-floor, 40fpm, residential elevator, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $66,120 | [101086881](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086881/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [3502 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3502-n-oakley-ave/) | 440 ft SW | Other | For permit 101083851: replacement general contractor. Additional electrical contractor. Additional plumbing contractor. Additional other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200479429](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479429/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [3512 N Hamilton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3512-n-hamilton-ave/) | 690 ft E | New building | Self cert 2019 CBC: erect a 2 story VA frame single family residence and attached 2 car garage with roof deck with pergolas, front ornamental iron fences, existing occupancy R-5, proposed occupancy R-5, type construction VA, per plans. | $624,750 | [101085061](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085061/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [3512 N Hamilton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3512-n-hamilton-ave/) | 690 ft E | Demolition | Complex demolition: wreck and remove a 2 story frame multi unit residence and a detached frame garage | $25,000 | [B101084593](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101084593/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [3536 N Hamilton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3536-n-hamilton-ave/) | 660 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBC: erect new detached two car framed garage with existing two story brick single family residence building with basement as per plans (occupancy r5; construction type vb) | $50,000 | [101084619](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084619/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [3502 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3502-n-oakley-ave/) | 440 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: alteration to basement, floor 1 and 2; change of occupancy from an existing multi-family 2 story building into a single family-residence(rs-3 zoning, existing occupancy group R-3 to remain; conversion of multi-family to single-family residence; type iii-b construction) | $300,000 | [101083851](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083851/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [3427 N Claremont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3427-n-claremont-ave/) | 910 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Scope: in-kind replacement of rooftop paver system. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, existing rooftop. | $15,000 | [B200477383](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477383/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [3530 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3530-n-oakley-ave/) | 330 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 20 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 4. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement, outside. | $34,421 | [B200478407](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478407/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [3435 N Claremont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3435-n-claremont-ave/) | 850 ft SW | New building | Proposed 2 story SFR w/basement, wood fence, and 2 car garage w/roof deck and pergola, per plans. Administrative adjustment #26-011 to reduce the required front setback approved 02.27.2026. | $675,000 | [101078044](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078044/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [3443 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3443-n-oakley-ave/) | 590 ft SW | Other | For permit 101080883: replacement mason contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200474192](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474192/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [3435 N Claremont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3435-n-claremont-ave/) | 850 ft SW | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 2 story frame multi unit residence and a detached frame garage | $20,000 | [B101080562](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101080562/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [3625 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3625-n-leavitt-st/) | 730 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: full gut interior remodel of existing 1-story, type IIIA masonry, 27' ht., single-family residence including new (913) SQ. FT., Type VA frame, 2nd story addition; new (716) SQ. FT., Type VA frame, rear 2-story addition; new (441) SQ. FT., Type VA frame, 15' ht., detached 2-car g | $712,000 | [101082956](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082956/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [3624 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3624-n-leavitt-st/) | 690 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 400 amp service disconnecting means with 25 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 2. Specific location: basement. | $2,000 | [B200470359](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470359/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [3443 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3443-n-oakley-ave/) | 590 ft SW | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 2 story masonry multi unit residence | $22,950 | [B101080807](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101080807/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [3528 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3528-n-oakley-ave/) | 330 ft W | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 2 second floor. | $8,000 | [B200470256](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470256/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [3528 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3528-n-oakley-ave/) | 330 ft W | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1st fl unit. | $5,000 | [B200470247](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470247/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [3453 N Leavitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3453-n-leavitt-st/) | 600 ft SE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2800 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: house and garage. IL Roofing contractor license: 104.01741. | $22,000 | [B200469875](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469875/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [3510 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3510-n-oakley-ave/) | 390 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC. Interior alterations to refinish basement in existing 2 story brick & frame single family residence as per plans. | $151,000 | [101082388](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082388/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 11 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [3709 N Oakley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3709-n-oakley-ave/) | 0.21 mi N | Other | For permit 101063472: replacement other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200468220](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468220/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [2237 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2237-w-roscoe-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Elevator | Installation of (1) one eg passenger elevator, 2500lbs capacity @ 150fpm, 5 floors, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $140,826 | [101088589](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088589/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [2044 W Addison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2044-w-addison-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 300 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: masonry wall; base of building. | $15,527 | [B200510251](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510251/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [2341 W Roscoe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2341-w-roscoe-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: add new pergola, trellis, and cabinetry to existing private rooftop deck on existing detached masonry 6-car garage at existing 4-story, 6-unit building (occupancy type R-2, type 3a construction). No change to occupancy or egress. | $35,000 | [101086342](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086342/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [3725 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3725-n-bell-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior gut remodel of existing 2-story, type VA frame, 25' ht., 2-unit residence to deconvert to single-family residence including basement dig-down, new (208) SQ. FT., Rear wood deck, and new (624) SQ. FT., Type VA frame, 13' ht., detached 2-car garage (occupancy group R-5; t | $770,000 | [101085220](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085220/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [3649 N Western Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3649-n-western-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install audio. Specific location: lobby area. | $2,000 | [B200477872](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477872/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [3650 N Claremont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3650-n-claremont-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 22'-0' ' x20'-0' '. Hip roof height to peak: 12'-0' '. | $27,200 | [B200476813](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476813/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [3648 N Claremont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3648-n-claremont-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: deconvert 2 flat building to single family residence, including, excavation and underpinning of the existing foundation for a full height basement, demolition of the existing enclosed rear porch to be replaced with 2 story addition, re-framing of all floors and roof, a new penthouse ad | $500,000 | [101077541](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077541/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [3649 N Western Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3649-n-western-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Sign | Qdoba mexican eats: internally illuminated face-lit wall sign (south elevation facing parking lot) - 3'-3" h x 11'-10" W (38 SQ ft); replaces DOB # 100780572 issued 11/14/2018 | $10,000 | [101083221](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083221/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [3649 N Western Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3649-n-western-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Sign | Qdoba mexican eats: internally illuminated face-lit wall sign (n western ave elevation) - 3'-3" h x 11'-10" W (38 SQ ft); replaces DOB # 100780570 issued 11/14/2018 | $10,000 | [101083220](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083220/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [3649 N Western Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3649-n-western-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Other | For permit 101074993: replacement electrical contractor. Additional other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200469386](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469386/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on N Bell Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [3529 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3529-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Oct 9, 2025
- [3525 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3525-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Oct 17, 2025
- [3537 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3537-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Sep 1, 2021
- [3513 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3513-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Sep 8, 2025
- [3452 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3452-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Oct 4, 2024
- [3625 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3625-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Apr 15, 2021
- [3430 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3430-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Aug 29, 2026
- [3637 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3637-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Jun 23, 2025
- [3650 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3650-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Nov 21, 2025
- [3654 N Bell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3654-n-bell-ave/): newest permit Aug 20, 2026

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