# Building permits at 3838 N Broadway, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $27M alteration or repair at 655 W Irving Park Rd, permitted Jul 21.

27 permits on record here. The newest, Aug 11: Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 50 SQ. FT. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 30 more permits (29 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 50 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 1, MAX. Length 6. Location: back elevation- window opening. | $3,000 | [B200481617](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481617/) |
| Mar 31, 2025 | Other | Reinstate permit no 101059853 must begin work and or request inspections on 101059853 no later than november 2025 | Not listed | [101067298](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101067298/) |
| Mar 25, 2025 | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Alter existing other. Specific location: rooftop. | $15,000 | [B200417899](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200417899/) |
| Oct 30, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Existing co-located rooftop wireless telecommunications facility. T-mobile site number ch31051c. Installation of (2) antennas on new pipe mounts, (3) new hybrid trunk cables. Remove (3) existing covp's. Electrical permit: pending. Previous permit 10109003 | $25,000 | [101059853](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101059853/) |
| Apr 25, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Scope of work: existing wireless communications facility. T-mobile site number: ch31051c. Installation of (3) antennas, and (3) fiber jumpers. Installation of (3) 2-7/8 o.d. 40 Hot-dipped galvanized antenna pipes. Relocation of (5) existing antennas. Instalation of (1) antenna mount. Removal of (3)  | $35,000 | [101009003](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101009003/) |
| Mar 2, 2023 | Electrical | Remove and replace antennas and radio equipment | $180 | [B101007405](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101007405/) |
| Oct 27, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Swapping (9) existing antennas with (12) new antennas. Swapping (2) existing cabinets with (2) new cabinets. Replacement of radio and ancillary equipment. No changes to use or height. Previous permit #100675891. T-mobile site ch31051c. | $25,000 | [100893336](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100893336/) |
| Sep 30, 2020 | Electrical | Remove and replace antennas and radio equipment | $140 | [B100893638](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100893638/) |
| Jun 27, 2017 | Electrical | Install 200 amp circuit, cabinet, 6 antennas and radios, and hybrid cable | $100 | [B100712680](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100712680/) |
| Dec 23, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Swapping antennas and adding ancillary equipment. No change in existing height or structure use. Previous bp # 100528799. Site id # ch31051c. | $20,000 | [100675891](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100675891/) |
| Oct 21, 2016 | Electrical | Replace 3 antennas, install 3 radios, and install 1 system module | $100 | [B100676110](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100676110/) |
| Jul 22, 2014 | Other | Revision to permit #100505001 to add auto dampers for toilet exhaust and reduce to one make up air unit. | Not listed | [100551495](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100551495/) |
| Mar 21, 2014 | Electrical | Revision to permit # 100505001 to change water pipe from upfeed to downfeed & to pay uncollected swo fee (electrical permit # 100530342) | Not listed | [100532300](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100532300/) |
| Mar 7, 2014 | Other | Revision to permit number 100505001, to change contractor to pearson electric. | Not listed | [B100530342](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100530342/) |
| Dec 20, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Interior rehab to an existing 140 sro unit building, as per plans. (Demo permit under separate permit #100500815) | $580,000 | [100505001](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100505001/) |
| Oct 23, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Masonry repair, tuckpointing & replace bricks. 200 SQ. FT. | $42,000 | [100514378](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100514378/) |
| Sep 20, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Removal of non load bearing partitions only to an existing 140 sro building, as per plans. Deconvert 145 sro units to 140 sro units | $18,000 | [100500815](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100500815/) |
| Sep 11, 2013 | Elevator | Modernization of (2) 6-stop, geared traction, passenger elevators pursuant to scope of work submitted. All work to be made in compliance with 2010 city of chicago elevator code & subject to field inspections by city of chicago elevator bureau.(ev000569) | $275,000 | [100508291](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100508291/) |
| Sep 11, 2013 | Elevator | Complete removal of (1) 2000# capacity, 7-stop, passenger elevator (rear service car). All work subject to field inspection by city of chicago elevator bureau. (EV000569) | $8,000 | [100508289](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100508289/) |
| Apr 16, 2013 | Electrical | Install new site support cabinet at existing cell site | $6,500 | [B100486036](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100486036/) |
| Jun 28, 2012 | Electrical | Ch31051c dc connection to new upgrade system module | $1,000 | [B100447316](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100447316/) |
| Oct 22, 2010 | Electrical | Install 30 amps circuit from subpanel to new booster on cell site | $500 | [B100369532](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100369532/) |
| Dec 21, 2009 | Fire systems | Restore the wiring due to a fire in room 421, restore the fire alarm to working order | $500 | [B100324556](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100324556/) |
| Nov 4, 2008 | Other | Install temp gages for hot water system, remove defective pipe per viol code, provide approved interceptor basin. And correct all violation | $4,500 | [100265730](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100265730/) |
| Sep 19, 2008 | Plumbing | Plumbing only: rework ejector pump in the bsmt; subject to field inspections | $4,000 | [100258498](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100258498/) |
| Jan 30, 2008 | Electrical | Repair electrical violations | $5,000 | [B100222227](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100222227/) |
| Oct 15, 2007 | Electrical | Installation of (1) 3 amp dual pole breaker and circuits in existing 200 amp service panel. | $500 | [B100206095](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100206095/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

30 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 2, 2026 | [3820 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3820-n-broadway/) | 190 ft S | Other | Alteration of existing communication equipment. Alteration of 0 boxes and equipment on 1 towers / structures. Location: modification existing antennas on roof per plans. | $50,000 | [B200476402](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476402/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 16 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | [3737 N Pine Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3737-n-pine-grove-ave/) | 920 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 200 SQ. FT. Location: parapet work; masonry repiars. | $23,780 | [B200515753](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200515753/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [3737 N Fremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3737-n-fremont-st/) | 970 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 750 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 5, MAX. Length 4. Parapet rebuilding: 150 SQ. FT. Location: north and west elevation. | $38,440 | [B200513684](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513684/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [841 W Irving Park Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/841-w-irving-park-rd/) | 860 ft NW | Other | For permit b200456363: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200481357](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481357/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [3740 N Pine Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3740-n-pine-grove-ave/) | 850 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 550 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: back facade. | $69,338 | [B200510305](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510305/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [815 W Bradley Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/815-w-bradley-pl/) | 880 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: other). | $5,500 | [B200508306](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508306/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [815 W Bradley Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/815-w-bradley-pl/) | 880 ft S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: reper existing exterior brick as needed. | $6,900 | [B200508300](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508300/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [639 W Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/639-w-sheridan-rd/) | 940 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 400 amp service disconnecting means with 110 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 60. Lighting outlets: 20. Specific location: basement unit common areas and building exterior. | $25,000 | [B200478093](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478093/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [718 W Irving Park Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/718-w-irving-park-rd/) | 890 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: front facade. | $24,780 | [B200480757](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480757/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [3732 N Pine Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3732-n-pine-grove-ave/) | 930 ft SE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2500 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: roof of building. IL Roofing contractor license: 104021056. | $41,000 | [B200480621](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480621/) |
| Jun 19, 2026 | [850 W Irving Park Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-w-irving-park-rd/) | 960 ft NW | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: institutional. Start date: 7/1/2026. End date: 7/1/2027. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit a | Not listed | [B200474910](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474910/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [851 W Irving Park Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/851-w-irving-park-rd/) | 910 ft NW | Other | Permit expires on 08/09/2026 erection starts: 6/12/2026, erection ends: 6/14/2026. Self cert - cbc2019 - thai fest 2026 mobile stage on june 13-14, 2026. Setup is june 12 and takedown is june 14, 2026. 1-32X24 mobile stage with thrust. Bright lights events with patinos music LLC. | $4,000 | [101084387](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084387/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [851 W Irving Park Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/851-w-irving-park-rd/) | 910 ft NW | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: assembly. Start date: 6/12/2026. End date: 7/12/2026. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit and  | Not listed | [B200473782](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473782/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [851 W Irving Park Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/851-w-irving-park-rd/) | 910 ft NW | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: assembly. Start date: 6/12/2026. End date: 7/12/2026. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit and  | Not listed | [B200473781](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473781/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [849 W Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/849-w-sheridan-rd/) | 490 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 rooftop packaged unit(trane: 5ycc4042a1090a). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, rooftop above unit 849s-3. | $8,000 | [B200468809](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468809/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [3732 N Pine Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3732-n-pine-grove-ave/) | 930 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: front and side of the building. | $18,750 | [B200469005](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469005/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [3751 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3751-n-broadway/) | 680 ft S | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing synagogue (a-3 use, existing type ii-b and iii-a construction) on the 1st floor (new walls, doors, and MEP work, including new plumbing fixtures to serve the existing under-fixtured building). Addition (837 SQ FT., a-3 use, type i-b construction). A 2- | $6,000,000 | [101080519](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080519/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 13 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | [848 W Waveland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/848-w-waveland-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Fence, wall or deck | Repair (26% to 50%) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $75,000 | [B200514185](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514185/) |
| Oct 14, 2026 | [4040 N Clarendon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4040-n-clarendon-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Parapet rebuilding: 454 SQ. FT. Location: parapet. | $55,620 | [B200515719](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200515719/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [733 W Waveland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/733-w-waveland-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: masonry walls repair. | $15,150 | [B200513067](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513067/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [850 W Waveland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-w-waveland-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to existing unit includes relocation of wall sections, doors at bathroom, closets and bedroom, reconfiguration of electrical and plumbing piping and fixtures in kithcen, new finishes, cabinets and trim.locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit( | $80,000 | [B200480624](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480624/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [3900 N Lake Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3900-n-lake-shore-dr/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 15 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: basement, first floor, roof. | $50,000 | [B200476173](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476173/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [714 W Waveland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/714-w-waveland-ave/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 750 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: near roof. | $69,898 | [B200509023](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509023/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [3900 N Lake Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3900-n-lake-shore-dr/) | 0.24 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Ductwork extension/reconfiguration, hydronic piping extension/reconfiguration, repair/replacement affecting 2 systems : 1 make up air unit(ventrol / nortek air solutions - custom model: 18-85-145t-34x32x26-b2; basement (mau-1a); hot water & electric powered) 1 make up air unit(ventrol / nortek air s | $4,962,400 | [B200476074](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476074/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [3750 N Lake Shore Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3750-n-lake-shore-dr/) | 0.24 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 other cooling equipment(lennox, ml13kc1-024, platform). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, platform. | $19,500 | [B200478993](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478993/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [655 W Irving Park Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/655-w-irving-park-rd/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: self cert infrastructure renovation includes water riser replacement, selected waste and vent piping replacement, selected HVAC piping replacement, new ceilings on 3 floors per plans. No change in use, occupancy or exiting. | $27,000,000 | [101085811](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085811/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [655 W Irving Park Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/655-w-irving-park-rd/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 1065sq. FT., Excavation =. Location: parking garage. | $560,297 | [B200476858](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476858/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [655 W Irving Park Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/655-w-irving-park-rd/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior renovation of existing lobby 1071 SQ FT area; new wall panels, new ADA compliant reception desk, replace light fixture, minor electrical and no mechanical or plumbing work.(occupancy b/m/s-1/r-2; construction type i-a) no change | $50,000 | [101083828](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083828/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [800 W Waveland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/800-w-waveland-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Ne | $1,000 | [B200474867](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474867/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [3710 N Pine Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3710-n-pine-grove-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Elevator | Moderdnization to include replacement of cylinders for two(2) 2000lb capacity, 5-floor, 100fpm, passenger elevators, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev005321) | $207,736 | [101082804](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082804/) |

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## More on this street

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

- [3827 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3827-n-broadway/): newest permit Oct 16, 2025
- [3820 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3820-n-broadway/): newest permit Jul 2, 2026
- [3751 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3751-n-broadway/): newest permit May 4, 2026
- [3745 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3745-n-broadway/): newest permit Jun 27, 2025
- [3941 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3941-n-broadway/): newest permit Nov 5, 2024
- [3949 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3949-n-broadway/): newest permit Oct 31, 2025
- [3726 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3726-n-broadway/): newest permit Apr 8, 2025
- [3955 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3955-n-broadway/): newest permit Jul 18, 2025
- [4021 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4021-n-broadway/): newest permit Jun 27, 2025
- [4031 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4031-n-broadway/): newest permit Apr 15, 2026

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