# Building permits at 3918 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL Three permits on record here. The newest, Jun 23, 2025: Replace existing rear porch and stairsfor 2 D.U. building at 3918 W. Monroe st. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 23 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Jun 23, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Replace existing rear porch and stairsfor 2 d.u. Building at 3918 W. Monroe st. | $20,000 | [101069917](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101069917/) | | May 11, 2023 | Fence, wall or deck | Fences: 11ft 6in x 6ft 0in: qty 1 | $3,484 | [101016446](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101016446/) | | Jan 25, 2018 | Fence, wall or deck | Remove and replace a 2 story rear porch with a doh prototype | $5,000 | [100744661](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100744661/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 23 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 16 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 10, 2026 | [3916 W Washington Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3916-w-washington-blvd/) | 760 ft N | Other | For permit b200479057: replacement general contractor. Replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200510352](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510352/) | | Sep 2, 2026 | [3916 W Washington Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3916-w-washington-blvd/) | 760 ft N | Other | Alteration of existing communication equipment. Alteration of 0 boxes and equipment on 1 towers / structures. Location: modification to existing antennas on roof per plan. | $50,000 | [B200479057](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479057/) | | Aug 31, 2026 | [3931 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3931-w-adams-st/) | 740 ft S | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: revision to permit #101072256 to reconfigure rooms on the 1st floor and revise apartment floor plans in 6 units on floors 2-4 in 4-story 9-unit building. Occupancy group R-2, type IIIB construction. | $5,000 | [101084049](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084049/) | | Aug 28, 2026 | [4019 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4019-w-monroe-st/) | 670 ft W | Demolition | Emergency wreck and remove a 2 story frame multi unit residence | $54,700 | [B101085370](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101085370/) | | Aug 19, 2026 | [4025 W Wilcox St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4025-w-wilcox-st/) | 830 ft SW | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 2 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Repair or in-kind replacement of hot water heater(s). Locations: 2 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), kitchen and bathroom. | $1,700 | [B200481485](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481485/) | | Aug 19, 2026 | [4025 W Wilcox St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4025-w-wilcox-st/) | 830 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall, wood paneling and flooring in living room, one bedroom and pantry only. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 1 only | $1,200 | [B200481465](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481465/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [3900 W Wilcox St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3900-w-wilcox-st/) | 380 ft SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 5. Lighting outlets: 5. Specific location: 1st, 2nd, 3rd floor and basement. | $1,000 | [B200479374](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479374/) | | Jul 3, 2026 | [3900 W Madison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3900-w-madison-st/) | 390 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 rooftop packaged unit(rheem, rkka-a060ck10e, roof). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, roof (rtu replacement). | $14,000 | [B200472787](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472787/) | | Jun 10, 2026 | [3801 W Madison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3801-w-madison-st/) | 900 ft E | Demolition | Emergency wreck and remove a 1 story masonry residence | $14,200 | [B101081790](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101081790/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [4042 W Madison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4042-w-madison-st/) | 980 ft W | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 10000 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: the top of building, roof area. IL Roofing contractor license: 104019077. | $40,000 | [B200472876](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472876/) | | May 20, 2026 | [4042 W Madison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4042-w-madison-st/) | 980 ft W | Elevator | Installation of emergency lighting, alarm bell, car top inspection station, pit ladder, emergency phone, and the replacement of main line disconnects w/ auxilary contacts for em power; provide gfci in machine room and new pit light fixtures, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev004060) | $25,000 | [101083755](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083755/) | | May 16, 2026 | [3846 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3846-w-adams-st/) | 750 ft SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: outside and basement. | $300 | [B200470599](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470599/) | | May 13, 2026 | [4043 W Madison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4043-w-madison-st/) | 960 ft W | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 10000 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: the building roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104019077. | $50,000 | [B200470393](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470393/) | | May 12, 2026 | [3901 W Madison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3901-w-madison-st/) | 320 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Alter existing data/video. Specific location: storefront. | $1,000 | [B200470217](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470217/) | | May 7, 2026 | [4042 W Madison St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4042-w-madison-st/) | 980 ft W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 54 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 18, MAX. Length 3. Location: front facade. | $36,000 | [B200469084](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469084/) | | May 4, 2026 | [3956 W Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3956-w-adams-st/) | 760 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC - existing occupancy B - first floor business/ m- mercantile & second floor R-2 residential. Construction classification IIIB. Repair fire damage from december 2024 fire. First floor interior restoration to include renovation of existing commercial spaces & second floor residential uni | $60,000 | [101072315](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101072315/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 7 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 16, 2026 | [104 N Hamlin Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/104-n-hamlin-blvd/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 50 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 32, MAX. Length 11. Location: windows lentels. | $40,000 | [B200513614](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513614/) | | Oct 14, 2026 | [3952 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3952-w-jackson-blvd/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New temporary 400 amp service disconnecting means with 40 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: electrical room. | $45,000 | [B200514532](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514532/) | | Oct 2, 2026 | [4108 W Wilcox St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4108-w-wilcox-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Other | For permit 101040943: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200512912](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512912/) | | Sep 21, 2026 | [4108 W Wilcox St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4108-w-wilcox-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Other | Reinstate permit no 101040943 must begin work and or request inspection no later than december 2026 on permit no 101040943. Separate admin change require to update contractor | Not listed | [101088768](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088768/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [3833 W Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3833-w-jackson-blvd/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: exterior rear. | $1,200 | [B200510354](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510354/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [4046 W Washington Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4046-w-washington-blvd/) | 0.24 mi NW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 7.6 kw. Array output: 9.24 kw. Location: exterior, roof. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #24-0270. | $18,480 | [B200479659](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479659/) | | Sep 2, 2026 | [24 N Karlov Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/24-n-karlov-ave/) | 0.25 mi NW | Elevator | Perform city of chicago 2017 phase II mandate on one(1) 2500lb capacity, 4-floor, 125fpm, passenger elevator, pursuant to the scope of work submitted. (EV018895) | $9,000 | [101088074](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088074/) | ## 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 W Monroe St with permits, nearest house number first: - [3919 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3919-w-monroe-st/): newest permit Aug 27, 2025 - [3855 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3855-w-monroe-st/): newest permit Nov 6, 2025 - [3832 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3832-w-monroe-st/): newest permit Oct 22, 2024 - [3826 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3826-w-monroe-st/): newest permit Jul 14, 2025 - [4019 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4019-w-monroe-st/): newest permit Aug 28, 2026 - [4036 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4036-w-monroe-st/): newest permit Dec 9, 2025 - [4223 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4223-w-monroe-st/): newest permit Jun 2, 2025 - [4228 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4228-w-monroe-st/): newest permit Jul 28, 2026 - [4229 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4229-w-monroe-st/): newest permit Jan 23, 2025 - [4240 W Monroe St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4240-w-monroe-st/): newest permit Jan 23, 2024 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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