# Building permits at 4730 S Drexel Blvd, Chicago, IL The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $7M alteration or repair at 4659 S Cottage Grove Ave, permitted May 20. Two permits on record here. The newest, May 18: Roof replacement. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 31 more permits (30 projects) since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | May 18, 2026 | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2600 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: on the roof of the house. IL Roofing contractor license: 104020510. | $28,000 | [B200470920](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470920/) | | Sep 7, 2007 | Alteration or repair | Repair existing three story wood frame porch per arch plans to correct violations. | $3,000 | [100197045](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100197045/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 31 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 22, 2026 | [4750 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4750-s-drexel-blvd/) | 210 ft S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: around the house. | $22,800 | [B200475760](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475760/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 14 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 28, 2026 | [4825 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4825-s-drexel-blvd/) | 640 ft S | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101063789. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 15 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: elev lbys on each flr and elev mach | Not listed | [B200473679](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473679/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [4808 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4808-s-drexel-blvd/) | 440 ft S | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior remodeling only of 1st & 2nd floors and add a roof deck. (OCC. GRP. R-2; Const'n type iii-b) | $10,000 | [101085594](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085594/) | | Jul 29, 2026 | [4659 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4659-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 640 ft NW | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101078580. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: city fire alarm box connection. Specific location: basement through roof. | Not listed | [B200475499](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475499/) | | Jul 28, 2026 | [824 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/824-e-48th-st/) | 380 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 24 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 20. Lighting outlets: 50. Specific location: 2nd floor, main floor, basement, and garage. | $1,000 | [B200479341](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479341/) | | Jul 15, 2026 | [824 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/824-e-48th-st/) | 380 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior renovation and proposed rear open deck at existing 2 story single family residence. (Occupancy R-5; construction type iiia) certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $45,000 | [101076651](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076651/) | | Jul 10, 2026 | [825 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/825-e-48th-st/) | 450 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior remodeling only of 1st & 2nd floors and remove existing enclosed porch and roof deck. (OCC. GRP. R-2; Const'n type iii-b) | $60,000 | [101084490](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084490/) | | Jun 29, 2026 | [936 E 47th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/936-e-47th-st/) | 690 ft NE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 7700 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: rooftop. IL Roofing contractor license: 104016654. | $25,000 | [B200476057](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476057/) | | Jun 23, 2026 | [4746 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4746-s-ellis-ave/) | 750 ft E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 6, MAX. Length 6. Location: masonry walls. | $15,900 | [B200475951](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475951/) | | Jun 23, 2026 | [4659 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4659-s-drexel-blvd/) | 430 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: east elevation. | $28,500 | [B200473161](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473161/) | | May 27, 2026 | [4825 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4825-s-drexel-blvd/) | 640 ft S | Alteration or repair | Direct developer services. 2019 CBC. Revisions to permit #101063789. Existing 15 story, 77 dwelling unit building. Interior common area ground floor revisions include removal of the new counter top workstation at the office center, adding new outlets at office center, minor adjustments to lighting p | $125,000 | [101079616](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079616/) | | May 20, 2026 | [4816 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4816-s-drexel-blvd/) | 520 ft S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 250 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: side exterior wall. | $20,000 | [B200469013](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469013/) | | May 20, 2026 | [4659 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4659-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 640 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC alterations to convert existing 2 story bank to single tenant medical care facility including new masonry trash enclosure (con type 1b fs occ b) interior demo under separate permit 101076386 - electrical service and main switchboard msb-1 not included - to be permitted separately | $7,000,000 | [101078580](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078580/) | | May 4, 2026 | [4728 S Evans Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4728-s-evans-ave/) | 930 ft W | Other | For permit 101076805: additional plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200469092](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469092/) | | May 1, 2026 | [933 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/933-e-48th-st/) | 640 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior alterations for new dwelling unit at 1st fl. Of an existing 2-story with no basement masonry building w/ 2nd floor du (nic), to convert to a new two-flat use, MEP as per plans. (Construction type IIIA, occupancy: r5) | $100,000 | [101080678](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080678/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 16 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 16, 2026 | [4630 S Evans Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4630-s-evans-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 0 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Repair or in-kind replacement of hot water heater(s). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), basement. | $3,881 | [B200513893](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513893/) | | Sep 28, 2026 | [4900 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4900-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.19 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Alter existing system III emergency lighting. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basements, stairways. | $180,000 | [B200512946](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512946/) | | Sep 22, 2026 | [4532 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4532-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.25 mi N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: plaster east wall. | $3,500 | [B200512137](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512137/) | | Sep 18, 2026 | [4554 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4554-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.20 mi N | Other | For permit b200479120: replacement electrical contractor. Replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200511597](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511597/) | | Sep 14, 2026 | [4554 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4554-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.20 mi N | Other | Alteration of existing communication equipment. Alteration of 0 boxes and equipment on 1 towers / structures. Location: modification existing antenna rooftop per plan. | $50,000 | [B200479120](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479120/) | | Aug 31, 2026 | [4623 S Evans Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4623-s-evans-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall, electrical and finishes (no mechanical work, no plumbing work) (no floor plan alterations). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 3 only | $60,000 | [B200479291](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479291/) | | Aug 31, 2026 | [4623 S Evans Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4623-s-evans-ave/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall, electrical and finishes (no mechanical work, no plumbing work) (no floor plan alterations). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 2 only | $60,000 | [B200478370](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478370/) | | Aug 20, 2026 | [4624 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4624-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: revision to permit 101077832 for modifications to include adding dishwashers to all units & HVAC modifications to ground floor spaces in an 11-story residential apartment building (105 dwelling units), as per plans. (Occupancy group: R-2 / type 1b construction) consultant reviewer: v3 | $484,030 | [101084215](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084215/) | | Aug 19, 2026 | [4624 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4624-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 2, max. Length: 46 FT., max. Height: 110 FT. Location: all elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200507675](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507675/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [4620 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4620-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 2 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: rear of house and garage. | $3,200 | [B200467080](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467080/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [4845 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4845-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 1000lb capacity, 2-floor, 40fpm, residential elevator, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $59,140 | [101085985](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085985/) | | Jun 25, 2026 | [816 E 49th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/816-e-49th-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: west&east-masonry repairs cornice, joints, chimney. | $14,300 | [B200474869](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474869/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [1030 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1030-e-48th-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: interior remodeling and aterations, new rear frame 2 car detached garage, new metal 6' height fencing to an existing 3 story brick single family house with basement as per plans. Work to address open building code violations and stop work order - inspection #14400338. | $185,000 | [101073202](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073202/) | | May 27, 2026 | [4917 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4917-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Direct developer services. 2019 CBC. Revisions to permit #101063790. Existing 12 story, 59 dwelling unit building. Revisions include interior common area minor layout changes and added mini split system at first floor accessory leasing office, revision to faucet model at leasing office restroom, rem | $80,000 | [101079617](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079617/) | | May 15, 2026 | [4624 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4624-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.19 mi NE | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 4, max. Length: 40 FT., max. Height: 110 FT. Location: all elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200470631](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470631/) | | May 12, 2026 | [4601 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4601-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior alteration to existing open office at ground floor as per plans, new bathrooms and replace interior wood stair with metal stair. | $80,000 | [101081786](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081786/) | ## 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 S Drexel Blvd with permits, nearest house number first: - [4750 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4750-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Jun 22, 2026 - [4800 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4800-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Aug 26, 2025 - [4659 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4659-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Jun 23, 2026 - [4808 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4808-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Aug 10, 2026 - [4810 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4810-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Dec 1, 2025 - [4812 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4812-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Aug 26, 2025 - [4814 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4814-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Dec 1, 2025 - [4816 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4816-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit May 20, 2026 - [4818 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4818-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Dec 1, 2025 - [4825 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4825-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Aug 28, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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