# Building permits at 4151 W Fifth Ave, Chicago, IL

New buildings permitted at three addresses within a quarter mile since May 1, the largest $450,000.

Six permits on record here. The newest, Jan 8, 2025: Low voltage/communication electrical work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 19 more permits since May 1. The nearest permit for a new building is 220 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 8, 2025 | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Alter existing other. Specific location: unit 1. | $5,000 | [B200407723](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200407723/) |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: low-sloped ( | $60,995 | [B200407080](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200407080/) |
| Sep 26, 2019 | Other | New electrical contractor for building permit number 100728234 | Not listed | [B100842918](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100842918/) |
| Sep 17, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Interior alterations to duplex first floor unit and basement as per plans certified corrections- - subject to field inspections & audit | $40,000 | [100728234](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100728234/) |
| Apr 30, 2015 | Alteration or repair | Convert from 2 d u in to 3 d u remodel basement to new apartment and remodel first, second floor apartments and rebuild front wood stairs and repair rear enclosed wood porch at exist 2 story brick building. Certified plan corrections project - conditional permit: subject to field inspections | $68,600 | [100541159](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100541159/) |
| Dec 9, 2013 | Electrical | Install three meter service 100 amp service, reconnect the existing circuits | Not listed | [B100519486](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100519486/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 8, 2026 | [4205 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4205-w-fifth-ave/) | 220 ft W | New building | Sc 2019 CBC new 3 story wood framed multiple unit residential building with a roof top deck. Erecting a 4 story rear metal porch and front 1 story metal deck. Installing new mechanical electrical and plumbing systems. Providing 1 asphalt parking space and 3 bike spaces. (Type 4a construction and R-5 | $440,000 | [101079631](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079631/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 13 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | [4209 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4209-w-fifth-ave/) | 260 ft W | New building | Spr 2019 CBC new 3 story wood framed 3-dwelling unit residential building with a roof top deck. Erecting a 4-story rear metal porch and front 1-story metal deck. Installing new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. (Type 5a construction and R-5 use). Providing 2-car garage (type 5a construct | $450,000 | [101079755](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079755/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [4050 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4050-w-fifth-ave/) | 690 ft NE | Other | Final reinstatement of permit# 100747967 must continue work and request inspections no later than october 2026 | Not listed | [101087908](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087908/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [4111 W Arthington St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4111-w-arthington-st/) | 770 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 54'-0' ' (length). Location: rear side of the property. | $2,746 | [B200508707](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508707/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [758 S Kedvale Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/758-s-kedvale-ave/) | 340 ft S | Alteration or repair | Spr CBC 2019. Interior renovations to the existing 2 story, 2 dwelling unit type IIIA masonry building with a basement, work includes new plumbing, electrical and mechanical system, as per plans. R5 occupancy classification. | $100,000 | [101082860](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082860/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [4035 W Polk St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4035-w-polk-st/) | 840 ft SE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1100 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: flat roof replacement. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018955. | $22,000 | [B200480246](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480246/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [808 S Tripp Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/808-s-tripp-ave/) | 690 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 15 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 30. Lighting outlets: 15. Specific location: back of the house. | $1,000 | [B200479514](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479514/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [810 S Kedvale Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/810-s-kedvale-ave/) | 450 ft S | Demolition | Emergency wreck and remove a 1 story masonry residence | $11,500 | [B101081783](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101081783/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [4055 W Arthington St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4055-w-arthington-st/) | 880 ft SE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: mdf and main entries. | $39,000 | [B200469824](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469824/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [4043 W Polk St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4043-w-polk-st/) | 770 ft SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement side/rear of building. | $3,432 | [B200468746](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468746/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [4116 W Arthington St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4116-w-arthington-st/) | 650 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: new rear 2 story open wood decks and stairs to an existing 3 story 3 d.u. Brick residential building as per plans. | $25,000 | [101081384](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081384/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [715 S Kildare Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/715-s-kildare-ave/) | 820 ft W | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: main and mdf entries. | $39,000 | [B200468909](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468909/) |
| May 2, 2026 | [818 S Karlov Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/818-s-karlov-ave/) | 710 ft SE | Other | For permit 101076928: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200468005](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468005/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [4055 W Arthington St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4055-w-arthington-st/) | 880 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Providing additional ADA parking stall, accessible route to school entrance, new intercom system at existing door entrance for ADA access; remodeling of staff and all-gender toilets for accessibility; providing new accessible door and new counter at principal office for accesibility; and general rem | $500,000 | [101080153](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080153/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 5 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [600 S Pulaski Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/600-s-pulaski-rd/) | 0.24 mi NE | Other | Reinstate permit#100904222 inspection must be scheduled by march 2027 | Not listed | [101089408](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101089408/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [4117 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4117-w-van-buren-st/) | 0.24 mi N | New building | Spr 2019, CBRC: erect new 3 story frame building as 3 dwelling units providing 3 rear concrete parking spaces. Also erect 6' height wood fences with metal frame on sides of property, new 6' height wood rolling gate with metal frame at rear of property and new metal fence at front of property (no opa | $350,000 | [101083656](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083656/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [4317 W Flournoy St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4317-w-flournoy-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 71, MAX. Length 8. Location: exterior building facades - all elevations. | $33,000 | [B200477363](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477363/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [4117 W Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4117-w-van-buren-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Demolition | Wreck and remove detached masonry garage, no replacement. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, private garage demolition. | $3,500 | [B200477102](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477102/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [4320 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4320-w-fifth-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: providing new accessible parking and route to school entrance door with intercom system for verification and entrance; remodeling first floor boys and girls toilets and all- gender toilet and drinking fountains for ADA access; remodeling principal office for ADA access including new r | $550,000 | [101080149](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080149/) |

## 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 Fifth Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [4205 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4205-w-fifth-ave/): newest permit Jun 8, 2026
- [4209 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4209-w-fifth-ave/): newest permit Sep 24, 2026
- [4210 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4210-w-fifth-ave/): newest permit Jan 13, 2025
- [4212 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4212-w-fifth-ave/): newest permit Jan 11, 2025
- [4214 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4214-w-fifth-ave/): newest permit Apr 1, 2025
- [4050 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4050-w-fifth-ave/): newest permit Aug 31, 2026
- [4027 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4027-w-fifth-ave/): newest permit Oct 27, 2025
- [4320 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4320-w-fifth-ave/): newest permit May 20, 2026
- [4353 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4353-w-fifth-ave/): newest permit Aug 28, 2025
- [4363 W Fifth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4363-w-fifth-ave/): newest permit Aug 25, 2026

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