# Building permits at 3945 W 81st Pl, Chicago, IL Five permits on record here. The newest, Jun 30, 2025: Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 14 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Jun 30, 2025 | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 2.46 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of detached structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $7,176 | [B200431491](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200431491/) | | Jun 30, 2025 | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 10.66 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of principal structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $22,754 | [B200431486](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200431486/) | | Jun 25, 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: exterior wall. | $1,500 | [B200431472](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200431472/) | | Mar 29, 2011 | Other | Change electrical contractor | Not listed | [B100386830](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100386830/) | | Jan 13, 2011 | Alteration or repair | 2Nd floor bed and bathroom addition to an existing single family residence including all mechanical, electrical and plumbing per architect's plans. | $89,700 | [100372275](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100372275/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 14 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 10 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 7, 2026 | [3839 W 81st Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3839-w-81st-pl/) | 730 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 32 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: upgrading 100a service to 200a service. | $5,124 | [B200514790](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514790/) | | Oct 1, 2026 | [4016 W 83rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4016-w-83rd-st/) | 1,000 ft S | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 10.66 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: rooftop. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #24-0050. | $44,770 | [B200512889](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512889/) | | Oct 1, 2026 | [4016 W 83rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4016-w-83rd-st/) | 1,000 ft S | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 10.66 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: rooftop. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #24-0050. | $19,721 | [B200511323](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511323/) | | Sep 22, 2026 | [4131 W 81st Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4131-w-81st-pl/) | 970 ft W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 5.4 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: rooftop and exterior wall of garage. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #25-0072. | $20,000 | [B200509223](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509223/) | | Sep 22, 2026 | [4131 W 81st Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4131-w-81st-pl/) | 970 ft W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 11.25 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: rooftop and exterior wall of principle building. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #25-0072. | $41,576 | [B200481528](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481528/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [8200 S Komensky Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8200-s-komensky-ave/) | 530 ft SW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 3.6 kw. Location: roof planes of detached structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $6,840 | [B200509662](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509662/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [8200 S Komensky Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8200-s-komensky-ave/) | 530 ft SW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 8.1 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of main house. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $20,390 | [B200509656](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509656/) | | Aug 7, 2026 | [8159 S Komensky Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8159-s-komensky-ave/) | 420 ft SW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 4.5 kw. Includes 15 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of detached structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $14,405 | [B200481449](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481449/) | | Aug 7, 2026 | [8159 S Komensky Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8159-s-komensky-ave/) | 420 ft SW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 4.95 kw. Includes 15 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of main house. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $14,405 | [B200481448](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481448/) | | May 15, 2026 | [3916 W 82nd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3916-w-82nd-st/) | 380 ft SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: interior/exterior. | $4,500 | [B200467581](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467581/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 4 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 3, 2026 | [3949 W 83rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3949-w-83rd-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 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. | $16,970 | [B200509290](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509290/) | | Aug 31, 2026 | [3835 W 80th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3835-w-80th-pl/) | 0.19 mi NE | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 3 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1st floor bathroom. | $25,000 | [B200509058](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509058/) | | Aug 28, 2026 | [3949 W 83rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3949-w-83rd-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 125 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: exterior. | $1,500 | [B200509325](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509325/) | | Jul 12, 2026 | [4053 W 83rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4053-w-83rd-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1400 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: house roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104012900. | $9,780 | [B200478324](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478324/) | ## 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 81st Pl with permits, nearest house number first: - [4038 W 81st Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4038-w-81st-pl/): newest permit Sep 19, 2025 - [3839 W 81st Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3839-w-81st-pl/): newest permit Oct 7, 2026 - [4131 W 81st Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4131-w-81st-pl/): newest permit Sep 22, 2026 - [3633 W 81st Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3633-w-81st-pl/): newest permit Oct 16, 2024 - [3508 W 81st Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3508-w-81st-pl/): newest permit Apr 24, 2026 - [3504 W 81st Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3504-w-81st-pl/): newest permit Jul 8, 2026 - [3500 W 81st Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3500-w-81st-pl/): newest permit Aug 12, 2025 - [2551 W 81st Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2551-w-81st-pl/): newest permit Jul 30, 2026 - [2237 W 81st Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2237-w-81st-pl/): newest permit Nov 4, 2025 - [2223 W 81st Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2223-w-81st-pl/): newest permit Aug 7, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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