# Building permits at 4520 N Broadway, Chicago, IL

11 permits issued within a quarter mile in the last 30 days, at least twice the monthly pace before that.

15 permits on record here. The newest, Jun 14: Replacement electrical contractor. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 33 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.20 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 14, 2026 | Other | For permit 101075280: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200473586](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473586/) |
| May 29, 2026 | Other | For permit 101075280: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200470066](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470066/) |
| Apr 6, 2026 | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: legalize unpermitted work. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 81'-0' ' (length). Location: wooden fence back of building. | $20,000 | [B200464188](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200464188/) |
| Jan 7, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC. Dog daycare buildout to existing 1 commercial unit on ground in existing 3 story mixed use brick building (occupancy group B, r2;type IIIA construction). | $45,000 | [101075280](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101075280/) |
| Dec 31, 2024 | Elevator | Replacement of power unit on one(1) 4000lb capacity, 4-floor, 100fpm, passenger elevator, pursuant tothe scope of work submitted.(ev000575)4554 N. Broadway | $22,185 | [101063645](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101063645/) |
| Aug 1, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing 100% terra cotta parapet wall, cornice, repair concrete arches, repair three window heads | $193,600 | [101020566](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101020566/) |
| Jul 8, 2021 | Alteration or repair | 4520-70 N. Broadway - tuckpointing - no structural work - 200sf | $16,600 | [100929568](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100929568/) |
| Apr 17, 2019 | Elevator | Replace hoist ropes. Pursuant to the scope of work submitted. 100801239 | $5,000 | [100814976](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100814976/) |
| Sep 6, 2016 | Alteration or repair | East elevation, replace terra cotta with stone 160 pieces, replace caulk 800 linear FT, tuckpoint 2000 sqft only. | $313,800 | [100657330](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100657330/) |
| Apr 30, 2015 | Electrical | Install one disconnect | $500 | [B100592515](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100592515/) |
| Dec 16, 2014 | Electrical | Add receptacles to existing circuits to eleiminate extension cord usage ref: meade job# 520-1153-0001 | $1,500 | [B100574375](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100574375/) |
| Oct 31, 2014 | Electrical | Low voltage | $4,000 | [B100566871](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100566871/) |
| Aug 1, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of existing commercial space as per plans. | $20,000 | [100552047](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100552047/) |
| Jul 18, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace a concrete slab in first floor commerical space. No structural. | $26,000 | [100550901](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100550901/) |
| Aug 21, 2006 | Alteration or repair | 1St re isntatement of permit # 100070286 issued 11/15/2005 for alterations to existing fire escape and exit door on 2nd fl. Along the south wall of bldg. For 25% of original cost. | $1,000 | [100132177](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100132177/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

33 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 6, 2026 | [4525 N Kenmore Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4525-n-kenmore-ave/) | 230 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Scope: repair existing rtu platform, to include repairs to decking and railing per structural engineer's drawing. No rtu replacement included in scope. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, rtu platform repair | $5,000 | [B200476453](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476453/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 18 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2026 | [1124 W Wilson Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1124-w-wilson-ave/) | 620 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1150 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 10sq. FT., Excavation = no. Location: north and south elevations. | $25,980 | [B200514695](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514695/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [4431 N Clifton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4431-n-clifton-ave/) | 680 ft SW | Other | For permit 101074273: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200513124](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513124/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [4431 N Clifton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4431-n-clifton-ave/) | 680 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 800 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement. | $7,844 | [B200513015](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513015/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [4555 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4555-n-sheridan-rd/) | 720 ft NE | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 160 FT., max. Height: 120 FT. Location: all elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200512337](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512337/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [4431 N Racine Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4431-n-racine-ave/) | 890 ft SW | Other | Reinstate permit no 101056701 must begin work and or request inspection no later than february 2027 on permit no 101056701 | Not listed | [101088887](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088887/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [4433 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4433-n-broadway/) | 670 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Revision to permit #101065608. Self-cert 2019 CBRC: full building permit for interior build-out of a 4,224 square foot fitness facility at the grade level within an existing 4-story mixed-use structure (occupancy group B; type iii-a construction, property pin #14-28-120-021, ward 44) | $250,000 | [101083145](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083145/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [1032 W Montrose Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1032-w-montrose-ave/) | 900 ft S | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 3 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: basement, 1st-7th flr (7) and penthouse. | Not listed | [B200475679](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475679/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [4466 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4466-n-broadway/) | 370 ft SE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: first floor. | Not listed | [B200470017](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470017/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [4466 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4466-n-broadway/) | 370 ft SE | Sign | Drive up: internally illuminated face-lit wall sign (w sunnyside ave elevation) - 2'-10" h x 12'-3" W (35 SQ ft) | $6,500 | [101081745](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081745/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [4466 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4466-n-broadway/) | 370 ft SE | Sign | Target: internally illuminated projecting sign with push-through elements (w sunnyside ave elevation) - 6'-0" h x 3'-3" projection (20 SQ ft) | $6,000 | [101081744](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081744/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [4466 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4466-n-broadway/) | 370 ft SE | Sign | Cvs pharmacy: internally illuminated face-lit wall sign (w sunnyside ave elevation) - 2'-0" h x 18'-4" W (37 SQ ft) | $6,000 | [101081742](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081742/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [4466 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4466-n-broadway/) | 370 ft SE | Sign | Target: internally illuminated face-lit wall sign (w sunnyside ave elevation) - 16'-3" h x 12'-0" W (195 SQ ft) | $14,000 | [101081741](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081741/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [4466 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4466-n-broadway/) | 370 ft SE | Sign | Cvs pharmacy: internally illuminated face-lit wall sign (n broadway elevation) - 2'-0" h x 18'-4" W (37 SQ ft) | $6,000 | [101081740](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081740/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [4466 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4466-n-broadway/) | 370 ft SE | Sign | Target: internally illuminated face-lit wall sign (n broadway elevation) - 16'-3" h x 12'-0" W (195 SQ ft) | $14,000 | [101081739](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081739/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [4466 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4466-n-broadway/) | 370 ft SE | Sign | Target: internally illuminated projecting sign with push-through elements (n broadway elevation) - 6'-0" h x 3'-3" projection (20 SQ ft) | $6,000 | [101081738](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081738/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [4466 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4466-n-broadway/) | 370 ft SE | Sign | Target: internally illuminated face-lit wall sign (west elevation facing metra/up corridor) - 16'-0" h x 16'-0" W (256 SQ ft) | $20,000 | [101081747](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081747/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [4466 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4466-n-broadway/) | 370 ft SE | Sign | Target : non-illuminated wall sign (w sunnyside ave elevation) - 1'-10" h x 12'-0" W (22 SQ ft) | $1,000 | [101081746](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081746/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [4466 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4466-n-broadway/) | 370 ft SE | Sign | Target parking: non-illuminated wall sign (w sunnyside ave elevation) - 3'-0" h x 17'-0" W (51 SQ ft) | $3,500 | [101081743](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081743/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [4544 N Magnolia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4544-n-magnolia-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 2. Specific location: inside store-remodel. | $1,000 | [B200514487](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514487/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [4350 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4350-n-broadway/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: fire pump mechanical room. | $20,000 | [B200512212](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512212/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [900 W Windsor Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/900-w-windsor-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Other | For permit 101074435: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200513245](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513245/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [927 W Wilson Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/927-w-wilson-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Other | For permit 101070170: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200513244](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513244/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [927 W Wilson Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/927-w-wilson-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 1200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement. | $8,116 | [B200512990](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512990/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [900 W Windsor Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/900-w-windsor-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 600 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement. | $8,156 | [B200513013](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513013/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [4609 N Magnolia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4609-n-magnolia-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Parapet rebuilding: 375 SQ. FT. Location: roof; south facing parapet wall. | $33,700 | [B200507966](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507966/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [4410 N Racine Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4410-n-racine-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $35,000 | [B200508459](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508459/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [1226 W Sunnyside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1226-w-sunnyside-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 1, MAX. Length 4. Parapet rebuilding: 200 SQ. FT. Location: front (south) parapet section. | $46,900 | [B200508874](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508874/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [4350 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4350-n-broadway/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: exterior inspection only. | $6,500 | [B200481020](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481020/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [4660 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4660-n-broadway/) | 0.20 mi NW | New building | Self-cert 2019 cbrc:revision to permit 101075065revisions limited to changes to HVAC system design, including new roof top equipment, and one banquette.ground floor restaurant in existing 4 story mixed-use building. A2 occupancy - occupancy under 99 existing parking - no change (tod + in historic di | $80,000 | [101085002](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085002/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [927 W Wilson Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/927-w-wilson-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Other | Reinstate permit no 101070170 must begin work and or request inspection no later than august 2026 on permit no 101070170 | Not listed | [101083990](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083990/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [4546 N Magnolia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4546-n-magnolia-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Sign | Channel letter sign | $1,900 | [101082933](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082933/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [906 W Sunnyside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/906-w-sunnyside-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: alteration of existing structure to reinforce existing floor framing system. No modification to building footprint, number of dwelling units, (no mechanical no electrical or plumbing work under this permit) (construction classification IIIB, occupancy R-2, 120 du) | $50,000 | [101074662](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101074662/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

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

- [4545 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4545-n-broadway/): newest permit Sep 12, 2025
- [4547 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4547-n-broadway/): newest permit Mar 19, 2025
- [4466 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4466-n-broadway/): newest permit Jul 16, 2026
- [4449 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4449-n-broadway/): newest permit Apr 4, 2025
- [4437 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4437-n-broadway/): newest permit Dec 10, 2024
- [4433 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4433-n-broadway/): newest permit Aug 19, 2026
- [4429 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4429-n-broadway/): newest permit Jun 11, 2025
- [4618 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4618-n-broadway/): newest permit Feb 19, 2025
- [4619 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4619-n-broadway/): newest permit Oct 9, 2025
- [4623 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4623-n-broadway/): newest permit Jul 21, 2025

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