# Building permits at 4801 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL 37 permits on record here. The newest, Feb 25: Low voltage/communication electrical work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 9 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Feb 25, 2026 | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Alter existing data/video. Specific location: front door. | $1,000 | [B200460214](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200460214/) | | Feb 9, 2022 | Sign | Sign #8 healthhub led illuminated window box sign - linear in south building window | $100 | [100951751](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100951751/) | | Feb 9, 2022 | Sign | Sign #4 healthhub led illuminated window box sign - linear in west building window | $100 | [100951750](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100951750/) | | Feb 9, 2022 | Sign | Sign #11 cvs pharmacy tenant panel replacement on freestanding sign at swc of property | $800 | [100951534](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100951534/) | | Feb 9, 2022 | Sign | Sign #10 healthhub and minute clinic tenant panel replacement on freestanding sign at swc of property | $800 | [100951531](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100951531/) | | Feb 9, 2022 | Sign | Sign #7 healthhub 18" l.e.d. Illum. Letterset - linear on south building facade | $800 | [100951441](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100951441/) | | Feb 9, 2022 | Sign | Sign #3 healthhub 18" l.e.d. Illum. Letterset - linear on west building facade | $800 | [100951440](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100951440/) | | Feb 9, 2022 | Sign | Sign #6 minute clinic 18" l.e.d. Illum. Letterset - linear on south building facade | $800 | [100951439](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100951439/) | | Feb 9, 2022 | Sign | Sign #2 minute clinic 18" l.e.d. Illum. Letterset - linear on west building facade | $800 | [100951438](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100951438/) | | Feb 9, 2022 | Sign | Sign #5 cvs pharmacy 39 1/2" l.e.d. Illum. Letterset - linear on south building facade | $1,500 | [100951437](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100951437/) | | Feb 9, 2022 | Sign | Sign #1 cvs pharmacy 39 1/2" l.e.d. Illum. Letterset - linear on west building facade | $1,500 | [100951436](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100951436/) | | Jul 30, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: exterior site work to an existing cvs #08750 retail building for ADA accessibility upgrades no MEP work as per plans. (Occupancy use group m: type 3b construction) | $95,000 | [100914367](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100914367/) | | Mar 26, 2021 | Roofing | Roof recover only - no structural work | $197,593 | [100914424](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100914424/) | | Oct 20, 2020 | Electrical | Repairs to existing alarm system | $5,700 | [B100895762](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100895762/) | | Jun 29, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of existing cvs pharmacy as per plans | $300,000 | [100878384](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100878384/) | | Sep 25, 2018 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Remove and replace four(4) like HVAC roof top units | Not listed | [100784889](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100784889/) | | Sep 21, 2018 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Removal of (4) HVAC rooftop units. Installation of (4) like for like HVAC rooftop units.new trane rooftop units, two 15 ton, one 6 ton, one 3 ton, self contained, air cooled, r410a. | Not listed | [100784472](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100784472/) | | Aug 17, 2015 | Electrical | Interior electrical remodel | $1,000 | [B100609805](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100609805/) | | Mar 1, 2012 | Electrical | ADA Compliance remodel, moving outlets. | $950 | [B100430217](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100430217/) | | Mar 28, 2011 | Other | Change GC to novak construction for permit 100362021 | Not listed | [100386715](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100386715/) | | Oct 27, 2010 | Sign | Elevation facing N central ave | $100 | [100360415](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100360415/) | | Oct 26, 2010 | Sign | Elevation facing N central ave | $100 | [100360416](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100360416/) | | Oct 19, 2010 | Sign | Elevation facing N central ave | $100 | [100360419](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100360419/) | | Oct 19, 2010 | Sign | Elevation facing N central ave | $100 | [100360418](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100360418/) | | Sep 14, 2010 | Alteration or repair | Minor interior remodeling to existing cvs pharmacy - installing (3) new ref. Cases, relocate (5) existing ref. Cases and new check outs as per plans. | $50,000 | [100362021](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100362021/) | | Apr 10, 2008 | Sign | Elevation on the corner of central avenue and lawrence avenue | $100 | [100224688](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100224688/) | | Jun 26, 2007 | Electrical | Install (23) low voltage cat 5 cables for voice & data | $1,675 | [B100186042](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100186042/) | | Jun 14, 2007 | Alteration or repair | Minor alteration remodeling of a cvs pharmacy installing two new offices as per plans | $25,000 | [100174588](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100174588/) | | Oct 19, 2006 | Sign | West | $500 | [100125715](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100125715/) | | Oct 19, 2006 | Sign | 2Nd sign on pole | $500 | [100125587](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100125587/) | | Aug 31, 2006 | Alteration or repair | Minor remodeling of existing osco drug to a cvs drug store - conditional permit subject to field inspection | $40,000 | [100124986](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100124986/) | | Jul 27, 2006 | Sign | West | $500 | [100125204](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100125204/) | | Jul 27, 2006 | Sign | South | $500 | [100125199](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100125199/) | | Jul 27, 2006 | Sign | South...387747 | $500 | [100125197](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100125197/) | | Jul 27, 2006 | Sign | South...387746 | $500 | [100125194](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100125194/) | | Jul 27, 2006 | Sign | West...387745 | $500 | [100125191](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100125191/) | | Jul 27, 2006 | Sign | SW Corner of property...387744 | $500 | [100125184](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100125184/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 9 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 4 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 1, 2026 | [5638 W Giddings St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5638-w-giddings-st/) | 560 ft SW | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 20'-0' ' x14'-0' '. Gable roof height to peak: 14'-0' '. | $26,500 | [B200509921](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509921/) | | Aug 4, 2026 | [5728 W Lawrence Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5728-w-lawrence-ave/) | 980 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 60 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 60. Lighting outlets: 10. Specific location: all bldg dwelling units, common areas, exterior. | $32,835 | [B200478637](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478637/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [5516 W Lawrence Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5516-w-lawrence-ave/) | 440 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 400 amp service disconnecting means with 42 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: exterior rear and rear hallway. | $18,500 | [B200469863](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469863/) | | May 5, 2026 | [4745 N Linder Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4745-n-linder-ave/) | 760 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 crbc: second story and rear addition to 1-1/2 story detached single family home. Removal of existing roof/attic and enclosed rear porch and alterations to portions of existing first floor. Occupancy R-5, type iv-a construction. Certified plan corrections. | $295,000 | [101081046](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081046/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 5 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 29, 2026 | [5444 W Leland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5444-w-leland-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 50 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 100sq. FT., Excavation = no. Location: front porch repair. | $9,000 | [B200513233](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513233/) | | Sep 2, 2026 | [5727 W Lawrence Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5727-w-lawrence-ave/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 10, MAX. Length 6. Location: masonry repair work. | $13,450 | [B200509701](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509701/) | | Jul 29, 2026 | [4822 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4822-n-long-ave/) | 0.25 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Ne | $1,000 | [B200480157](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480157/) | | Jul 17, 2026 | [4822 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4822-n-long-ave/) | 0.25 mi E | Other | Permit expires on 09/17/2026 erection starts: 9/10/2026, erection ends: 9/13/2026. Self-cert 2019 CBC: tent reinstatement; one 70ft diameter tent for assembly use for 3 days of midnight circus performances, (2) 20'x20' tents for concession & artist dressing room, (2) 10'x10' tents for ticketing/entr | $3,250 | [101085627](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085627/) | | Jul 15, 2026 | [5400 W Lawrence Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5400-w-lawrence-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | Other | Permit expires on 09/15/2026 erection starts: 7/31/2026, erection ends: 8/2/2026. CBC 2019. Reinstatement of 2025 permit 101071883 for the italian beef jeff fest at jefferson park on july 31-aug 2, 2026. Same 1-24x20 sl-100 mobile stage with wings. Chicago special events management. | $3,000 | [101085802](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085802/) | ## 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 N Central Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [4818 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4818-n-central-ave/): newest permit Apr 7, 2026 - [4950 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4950-n-central-ave/): newest permit Jul 15, 2025 - [4614 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4614-n-central-ave/): newest permit Apr 30, 2025 - [5011 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5011-n-central-ave/): newest permit Jan 9, 2025 - [5015 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5015-n-central-ave/): newest permit Aug 19, 2025 - [4549 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4549-n-central-ave/): newest permit Aug 25, 2025 - [4514 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4514-n-central-ave/): newest permit Sep 30, 2026 - [4501 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4501-n-central-ave/): newest permit Oct 6, 2026 - [4413 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4413-n-central-ave/): newest permit Jan 23, 2026 - [5251 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5251-n-central-ave/): newest permit Feb 11, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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