# Building permits at 48 E Garfield Blvd, Chicago, IL New buildings permitted at six addresses within a quarter mile since May 1, the largest $16M. 13 permits on record here. The newest, Jul 24: Proposed 1 story northeast car wash addition. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 26 more permits since May 1. The nearest permit for a new building is 600 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Jul 24, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Proposed 1 story northeast car wash addition, 1 story retail addition, new roof, wood fence, and interior/exterior alterations for an existing 1 story gas station and car wash to address violations, per plans. | $175,000 | [101081215](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081215/) | | Apr 29, 2026 | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 0 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, car wash. | $4,500 | [B200467513](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467513/) | | Mar 26, 2026 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Alter existing system III emergency lighting. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: gas station site. | $3,000 | [B200463514](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200463514/) | | Sep 22, 2025 | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: legalize unpermitted work. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 150'-0' ' (length). Location: wood & iron fence along east side. | $7,000 | [B200443006](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200443006/) | | Jun 30, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Repaint wall, replace floor tiles(48"x103"), replace door (1) rubber, replace 8 deop ceiling tiles. All work same as existing. No structural work. | $2,500 | [100978253](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100978253/) | | Jul 16, 2021 | Plumbing | Correct plumbing violations....water heater expansion tank,vacuum breaker,drain pan,mixing valve for lav sink,one toilet replacement and replace supply line. | $4,000 | [100931175](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100931175/) | | Dec 9, 2020 | Electrical | Remove/replace 5 light fixtures 4 outlets to existing car wash | $850 | [B100902520](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100902520/) | | Nov 16, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Masonry work only-area of work appx 72 sf: tuckpointing and remove/replace deteriorated brick at rear- (no structural work)- all work same as existing; (no other work to be performed under this permit) subject to field inspections | $8,500 | [100899897](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100899897/) | | Feb 23, 2017 | Electrical | Disconnect & rewire 4 fuel dispensers using existing wiring, all work after seal-offs | $1,600 | [B100692136](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100692136/) | | Mar 19, 2008 | Sign | Install price sign led car wash oil lube atm pay at pump and led reader board | $2,000 | [100212430](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100212430/) | | Mar 19, 2008 | Sign | Install mobil id and price sign with led reader board | $3,000 | [100212425](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100212425/) | | Sep 26, 2007 | Electrical | Replace two existing 15 hp motors in car wash. Using existing circuits. | $980 | [B100202208](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100202208/) | | Jan 26, 2006 | Electrical | Replace (4) dispensers with (4) used dispensers. Install emergency shut-off far dispensers | Not listed | [B100092138](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100092138/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 26 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 14 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 2, 2026 | [5517 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5517-s-michigan-ave/) | 550 ft SE | Other | Reinstate permit#101041165 inspection must be scheduled by may 2027 | Not listed | [101089243](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101089243/) | | Sep 9, 2026 | [5423 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5423-s-wabash-ave/) | 370 ft N | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC - spr 2019 CBC - revision to previously approved drawings under permit app # 100945446 for basement alterations, new bedroom on 1st floor and kitchen renovation on 2nd floor to an existing 2 story, 2 du, brick building with basement (occ. R-5; Type iii-b const.) | $50,000 | [101086640](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086640/) | | Sep 4, 2026 | [5522 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5522-s-state-st/) | 660 ft SW | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 4; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 1. Affects: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), location: front facade. | $12,000 | [B200510395](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510395/) | | Sep 2, 2026 | [5339 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5339-s-state-st/) | 920 ft NW | New building | Dds 2019 CBC: new 2 story dance studio building (occupancy group B; construction type iiia) v3 companies of IL | $15,600,000 | [101071666](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101071666/) | | Aug 27, 2026 | [211 E Garfield Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/211-e-garfield-blvd/) | 990 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: frame work only - initial buildout of 4,570 sqft unfinished tenant space as a part of a building code violation correction (hansen case id: 700933), ground floor in an existing 1 story building with basement, basement storage and staff only(zoning class b1-2, existing tavern use | $90,000 | [101077256](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077256/) | | Aug 20, 2026 | [5431 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5431-s-wabash-ave/) | 280 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 2 circuits to existing 400 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 10. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: interior rooms. | $1,500 | [B200508325](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508325/) | | Jul 23, 2026 | [5514 S Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5514-s-indiana-ave/) | 860 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: garage. | $4,000 | [B200477351](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477351/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [5410 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5410-s-state-st/) | 720 ft NW | Elevator | Perform like-for-like controller swap due to obsolete controller components on one(1) 2000lb capacity, 3-floor, hydraulic passenger elevator, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(100154654) | $72,320 | [101086257](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086257/) | | Jul 14, 2026 | [5544 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5544-s-wabash-ave/) | 610 ft S | New building | Spr 2019 CBRC: full building permit for 3 story, 3 dwelling unit building with 3 on-site parking spaces and a 3-story rear wood porch, new 6'-0" wood fence & 5'-0" iron wrought fence per site plan (occupancy group R-5, type v-a construction) | $450,000 | [101082947](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082947/) | | Jul 14, 2026 | [5542 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5542-s-wabash-ave/) | 600 ft S | New building | Spr 2019 CBRC: full building permit for 3 story, 3 dwelling unit building with 3 on-site parking spaces and a 2-story rear wood porch, new 6'-0" wood fence & 5'-0" iron wrought fence per site plan (occupancy group R-5, type v-a construction) | $550,000 | [101082946](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082946/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [5423 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5423-s-wabash-ave/) | 370 ft N | Other | For permit 100945446: replacement general contractor. Replacement other contractor. Replacement electrical contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200474832](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474832/) | | Jul 2, 2026 | [5419 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5419-s-wabash-ave/) | 410 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: right back side of building. | $1,000 | [B200472348](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472348/) | | Jun 26, 2026 | [5339 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5339-s-state-st/) | 920 ft NW | Other | Approval of new plan for stormwater management. Project type: mixed use. Project area: 0.55 acres. This approval does not authorize any construction work. Construction work may require separate permit(s). | Not listed | [B200412640](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200412640/) | | Jun 4, 2026 | [5348 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5348-s-michigan-ave/) | 810 ft NE | Other | For permit b200005646: replacement mason contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200472998](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472998/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 12 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 2, 2026 | [5519 S Perry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5519-s-perry-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | Other | For permit 101058327: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200514273](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514273/) | | Sep 23, 2026 | [5336 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5336-s-state-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: repair conduit located outside of front entrance.. | $1,500 | [B200512994](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512994/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [5633 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5633-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: tower. | $79,000 | [B200510280](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510280/) | | Aug 28, 2026 | [5312 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5312-s-wabash-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | New building | 5A residential3 flat, slab on grade, new construction ground up with 3 dwelling units, frame, new plumbing, HVAC, electrical, new rear ongrade parking pad w/ EV, fence | $450,000 | [101080044](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080044/) | | Aug 25, 2026 | [5315 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5315-s-wabash-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | New building | 5A residential 3 flat, slab on grade, new frame construction ground up - 3 dwelling units, all new plumbing, HVAC, electrical, new rear on grade parking slab w/ EV, fence | $450,000 | [101080053](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080053/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [5524 S Perry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5524-s-perry-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | Other | For permit 101058329: replacement electrical contractor. Replacement mason contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. Change of owner for permit 101058329. New owner listed on this permit. | Not listed | [B200474191](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474191/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [49 W Garfield Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/49-w-garfield-blvd/) | 0.20 mi W | New building | Spr 2019 CBC: proposed 3 story 3 unit frame residential building with basement, front balconies on each floor, rear wood 3 story open decks with stairs and rear concrete 3 car parking pad as per plans. | $550,000 | [101082231](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082231/) | | Jun 16, 2026 | [5519 S Perry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5519-s-perry-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | Other | For permit 101058327: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200474179](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474179/) | | Jun 10, 2026 | [5524 S Perry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5524-s-perry-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | Other | Reinstate permit no 101058329 must begin work and or request inspection no later than october 2026 on permit no 101058329 | Not listed | [101084542](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084542/) | | Jun 8, 2026 | [5336 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5336-s-state-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Other | For permit 101063868: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200472846](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472846/) | | May 27, 2026 | [5519 S Perry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5519-s-perry-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | Other | Reinstate permit no 101058327 must begin work and or request inspection no later than november 2026 on permit no 101058327 | Not listed | [101083988](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083988/) | | May 18, 2026 | [5619 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5619-s-state-st/) | 0.19 mi SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: back building. | $1,000 | [B200462420](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200462420/) | ## More on this street Other addresses on E Garfield Blvd with permits, nearest house number first: - [40 E Garfield Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/40-e-garfield-blvd/): newest permit Aug 19, 2025 - [70 E Garfield Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/70-e-garfield-blvd/): newest permit Feb 27, 2025 - [7 E Garfield Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7-e-garfield-blvd/): newest permit Sep 23, 2025 - [211 E Garfield Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/211-e-garfield-blvd/): newest permit Aug 27, 2026 - [215 E Garfield Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/215-e-garfield-blvd/): newest permit Sep 18, 2025 - [227 E Garfield Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/227-e-garfield-blvd/): newest permit Nov 6, 2024 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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