# Building permits at 3540 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL 18 permits on record here. The newest, Nov 21, 2025: Low voltage/communication electrical work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 10 more permits (9 projects) since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Nov 21, 2025 | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: inside of the mcdonalds. | $5,200 | [B200451561](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200451561/) | | Sep 17, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC interior and exterior repairs and alterations to repair fire damage in existing single story with basement single tenant restaurant building no changes to drive-thru or parking (occ a2 con iiib) | $2,000,000 | [101072875](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101072875/) | | May 11, 2020 | Electrical | Install cat 5/6 low voltage cable for credit card machines and cash registers in front coujnter | $950 | [B100873799](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100873799/) | | Oct 9, 2019 | Electrical | Mcdonald's project low voltage wiring for telephones any questions please call tim mcguire(supervising electrician at&t) | $250 | [B100842853](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100842853/) | | Sep 26, 2018 | Sign | West - 2'-5" x 4'-2" dynamic image pre-sell board (2 of 2) | $3,000 | [100773974](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100773974/) | | Sep 26, 2018 | Sign | West - 2'-5" x 4'-2" dynamic image pre-sell board (1 of 2) | $3,000 | [100773973](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100773973/) | | Sep 26, 2018 | Sign | West - 4'-10" x 4'-2" dynamic image menuboard (2 of 2) | $3,000 | [100773971](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100773971/) | | Sep 26, 2018 | Sign | West - 4'-10" x 4'-2" dynamic image menuboard (1 of 2) | $3,000 | [100773970](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100773970/) | | Nov 17, 2017 | Other | Replace (4) roof top units. | Not listed | [100736250](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100736250/) | | Nov 17, 2017 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace four existing rooftop units with four york 10 ton rooftop units, self contained, air cooled, r410a. | Not listed | [100735778](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100735778/) | | Aug 24, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Interior and exterior renovation to an existing 1-story mcdonald's restaurant; work to take place on the exterior building facade and roof system. Interior work involved in dining rooms, restrooms, entrance vestibule and associated MEP. No exterior site work involved. | $570,000 | [100703260](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100703260/) | | Jun 19, 2012 | Sign | New mcdonalds freestanding sign cabinet and pole using existing foundation | $5,000 | [100426624](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100426624/) | | Dec 9, 2010 | Electrical | Add one (1) 15 amp receptacle on existing circuit to feed new menu board at mc donald's restaurant and add one (1) data cable from managers office to dmb. | $600 | [B100375783](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100375783/) | | Feb 9, 2010 | Alteration or repair | Install sprayer hose with new vacuum breaker for new smoothie machine in existing mcdonalds resturant. | $2,500 | [100329917](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100329917/) | | Oct 1, 2008 | Alteration or repair | Interior alteration in existing mcdonald's for specialty drinks only. Prototype permit # 100243896. Subject to field inspection. No other work to be done under this permit. | $40,000 | [100258599](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100258599/) | | Nov 22, 2006 | Alteration or repair | Install new prefab drive-thru booth addition to existing mcdonalds & drive-thru alisle | $25,000 | [100141344](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100141344/) | | Nov 16, 2006 | Electrical | Install low voltage burglar alarm check # 8808 | $800 | [B100143923](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100143923/) | | Jul 6, 2006 | Other | Rebuild a block trash enclosure 6 FT tall with34 ln feet. | $8,900 | [100122469](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100122469/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 10 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Jul 29, 2026 | [3539 N Oconto Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3539-n-oconto-ave/) | 250 ft W | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2507 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: roof home only. IL Roofing contractor license: 104020004. | $25,800 | [B200480451](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480451/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 5 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 15, 2026 | [7227 W Addison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7227-w-addison-st/) | 310 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 rooftop packaged unit(carrier, 48qerm09a2m5-3u0a0, roof). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, on the roof. | $55,964 | [B200479322](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479322/) | | Aug 28, 2026 | [3614 N Nottingham Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3614-n-nottingham-ave/) | 780 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC. New 2nd floor addition and interior alterations to existing 2 story brick and frame single family residence with storage in existing basement and new wood two story rear deck. All work as per plans.the application for an administrative adjustment for the property at 3614 N. Nottingham | $120,000 | [101073219](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073219/) | | Aug 19, 2026 | [3525 N Nottingham Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3525-n-nottingham-ave/) | 770 ft E | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 5.4 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of detached structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $10,260 | [B200506798](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506798/) | | Aug 19, 2026 | [3525 N Nottingham Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3525-n-nottingham-ave/) | 770 ft E | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 7.65 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of main house. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $19,535 | [B200506795](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506795/) | | Jul 7, 2026 | [3601 N Octavia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3601-n-octavia-ave/) | 630 ft W | 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), 1 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, basement. | $10,499 | [B200477696](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477696/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 4 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 5, 2026 | [3711 N Nottingham Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3711-n-nottingham-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | 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 | [B200514562](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514562/) | | Oct 5, 2026 | [3711 N Nottingham Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3711-n-nottingham-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | 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 | [B200514555](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514555/) | | Aug 24, 2026 | [3437 N Nottingham Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3437-n-nottingham-ave/) | 0.20 mi SE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1600 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: roof replacement. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018077. | $19,800 | [B200508631](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508631/) | | Jul 30, 2026 | [3727 N Octavia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3727-n-octavia-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 25'-0' ' x19'-0' '. Gable roof height to peak: 15'-0' '. | $37,000 | [B200480584](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480584/) | ## Zoning requests nearby We don't list zoning cases for Chicago yet. Look them up on the city's Zoning Board of Appeals page: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dcd/zoning-board-of-appeals.html ## More on this street Other addresses on N Harlem Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [3631 N Harlem Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3631-n-harlem-ave/): newest permit Jul 7, 2010 - [3417 N Harlem Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3417-n-harlem-ave/): newest permit Aug 12, 2025 - [3715 N Harlem Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3715-n-harlem-ave/): newest permit May 15, 2025 - [3339 N Harlem Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3339-n-harlem-ave/): newest permit May 1, 2026 - [3755 N Harlem Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3755-n-harlem-ave/): newest permit Apr 13, 2026 - [3317 N Harlem Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3317-n-harlem-ave/): newest permit Mar 19, 2026 - [3315 N Harlem Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3315-n-harlem-ave/): newest permit Sep 16, 2026 - [3300 N Harlem Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3300-n-harlem-ave/): newest permit Jul 24, 2025 - [3243 N Harlem Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3243-n-harlem-ave/): newest permit Nov 27, 2024 - [3223 N Harlem Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3223-n-harlem-ave/): newest permit Jun 5, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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