# Building permits at 4830 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.

23 permits on record here. The newest, Oct 2, 2024: Repair or in-kind replacement of 0 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 28 more permits since May 1. Three are for new buildings, the nearest 0.23 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2024 | 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, plumbing repair - no residential units affected. | $2,000 | [B200028238](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200028238/) |
| Sep 18, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 10000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 70, MAX. Length 6. Location: tuckpointing and lintel replacement. | $30,000 | [B200027851](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200027851/) |
| Sep 4, 2024 | Electrical | Violation repairs | $6,400 | [B101059238](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101059238/) |
| Jul 9, 2024 | Electrical | Install auxiliary baseboard heaters. | $20,000 | [B101055055](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101055055/) |
| Jul 9, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Existing eighteen metal stairs and landings to be modified as indicated on the existing 4 story masonry building containing 116 dwelling units, as per architectural plans. | $350,000 | [100961039](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100961039/) |
| May 26, 2022 | Plumbing | Revision to 100920025 to add plumbing contractor loyal howard for work to be performed at courtyard | Not listed | [100973457](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100973457/) |
| Feb 10, 2022 | Plumbing | Use pvc in lieu of cast iron for underground drainage & above ground vent piping & change plumbing contractor to accomplished j. Plumbing for permit # 100920025 | Not listed | [100950823](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100950823/) |
| Oct 19, 2021 | Other | Contractor ñame change to permit #100920025 | Not listed | [B100945003](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100945003/) |
| Jul 14, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC - interior full rehab and exterior alterations to an existing 3 story/116 du masonry building with basement. Duplex (1st floor and basement. Second & third floor) units. To include mechanical, electrical and plumbing work. Eighteen existing 3 story wood porches to be replaced with 3 st | $6,000,000 | [100920025](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100920025/) |
| Feb 13, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Replace existing plumbing fixtures in 31 units & replace galvanized piping with copper piping, all work same as existing | $2,000 | [100787230](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100787230/) |
| Nov 16, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace existing open wood porch same size and location. | $26,000 | [100788103](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100788103/) |
| Aug 22, 2018 | Roofing | Re-roof (no structural work)- all work same as existing; subject to field inspections | $156,276 | [100779068](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100779068/) |
| Nov 22, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Remove existing slate tile roof & replace with new- - all work same as existing; (no structural work) subject to field inspections | $29,620 | [100680808](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100680808/) |
| Nov 25, 2015 | Plumbing | Work in 30 units only: replace windows, drywall (appx-500 sheets), flooring, tiles & cabinets- replace kitchen plumbing fixtures- all work same as existing; (no work over public way) subject to field inspections | $105,000 | [100625025](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100625025/) |
| Oct 26, 2015 | Electrical | Re-pull existing circuits, install new light fixtures, switches and receptacles in 120 units. | $160,000 | [B100620664](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100620664/) |
| Oct 7, 2015 | Roofing | Tear off and replace roof. Tuckpoint (no mep)(no structural work)- all work same as existing; subject to field inspections | $31,800 | [100617738](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100617738/) |
| Oct 28, 2014 | Roofing | Tear off and replace roof. Tuckpointing and masonry repairs to parapet walls, chimneys and coping stones. No structural | $31,800 | [100567686](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100567686/) |
| Oct 31, 2011 | Alteration or repair | Repair parapet walls as needed including joints of clay copings. | $21,035 | [100416947](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100416947/) |
| Oct 20, 2011 | Roofing | Roof tear off and reroof with new. Roof work only. | $184,000 | [100415664](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100415664/) |
| Dec 8, 2010 | Roofing | Roof tear off and reroof with new gutters-lincensed IL state roofer to do roof work and GC to do gutters | $184,000 | [100375566](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100375566/) |
| Jun 23, 2010 | Alteration or repair | Replace 1 joist per structural report- | $1,000 | [100350208](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100350208/) |
| Jun 10, 2010 | Electrical | Install kitchen light fixture in apt. #1 North | Not listed | [B100348462](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100348462/) |
| Mar 24, 2010 | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace exisitng open wood rear (18)porches and stairs as per plans | $80,000 | [100334029](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100334029/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

28 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### Next door (under 250 ft), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2026 | [4825 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4825-s-drexel-blvd/) | 220 ft E | 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/) | 230 ft N | 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/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [4825 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4825-s-drexel-blvd/) | 220 ft E | 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/) | 140 ft N | 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/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [4900 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4900-s-drexel-blvd/) | 350 ft 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 2, 2026 | [4949 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4949-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 990 ft SW | Elevator | Complete modernization of (2) two ewgt passenger elevators. Car 1: 2000lbs capacity, 8 floors and car 2: 4000lbs capacity, 8 stops, pursuant to scope of work submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection (ev001362). | $52,038 | [101088058](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088058/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [824 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/824-e-48th-st/) | 460 ft NW | 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 22, 2026 | [4845 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4845-s-ellis-ave/) | 820 ft E | 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/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [824 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/824-e-48th-st/) | 460 ft NW | 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/) | 410 ft NW | 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 25, 2026 | [816 E 49th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/816-e-49th-st/) | 450 ft SW | 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 23, 2026 | [4746 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4746-s-ellis-ave/) | 880 ft NE | 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 22, 2026 | [4750 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4750-s-drexel-blvd/) | 460 ft N | 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/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [4917 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4917-s-drexel-blvd/) | 560 ft SE | 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 18, 2026 | [4730 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4730-s-drexel-blvd/) | 660 ft N | 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/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [834 E 50th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/834-e-50th-st/) | 960 ft S | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: alteration for roof replacement of existing elementary school and site modifications for accessibility. Occupancy group e-1, construction type ii-b. | $2,685,000 | [101078645](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078645/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [834 E 50th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/834-e-50th-st/) | 960 ft S | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: main entry and mdf rm. | $36,000 | [B200467945](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467945/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [933 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/933-e-48th-st/) | 610 ft NE | 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), 10 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 2026 | [5019 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5019-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 50 SQ. FT. Location: west side exterior brick wall. | $14,500 | [B200480192](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480192/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [4659 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4659-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 0.22 mi 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 | [4853 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4853-s-langley-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | New building | Spr 2019 CBC: new 3 story 3 dwelling units building with detached 2 car garage and 1 outdoor parking space as per plans ( occupancy group R-5, construction type 5a) certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $400,000 | [101084030](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084030/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [4849 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4849-s-langley-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | New building | Spr 2019 CBC: new 3 story 3 dwelling units building with detached 2 car garage and 1 outdoor parking space as per plans ( occupancy group R-5, construction type 5a) certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $400,000 | [101084029](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084029/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [4847 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4847-s-langley-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | New building | Spr 2019 CBC: new 3 story 3 dwelling units building with detached 2 car garage and 1 outdoor parking space as per plans ( occupancy group R-5, construction type 5a) certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $400,000 | [101084028](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084028/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [936 E 47th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/936-e-47th-st/) | 0.23 mi 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 | [4659 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4659-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.20 mi N | 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/) |
| 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 20, 2026 | [4659 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4659-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 0.22 mi 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/) | 0.22 mi NW | 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/) |

## 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:

- [4825 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4825-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Aug 28, 2026
- [4818 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4818-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
- [4814 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4814-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
- [4810 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4810-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Dec 1, 2025
- [4808 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4808-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Aug 10, 2026
- [4800 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4800-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Aug 26, 2025
- [4900 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4900-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Sep 28, 2026
- [4750 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4750-s-drexel-blvd/): newest permit Jun 22, 2026

---
Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). Checked 2026-10-18 06:39 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

This site provides applications using data that has been modified for use from its original source, www.cityofchicago.org, the official website of the City of Chicago. The City of Chicago makes no claims as to the content, accuracy, timeliness, or completeness of any of the data provided at this site. The data provided at this site is subject to change at any time. It is understood that the data provided at this site is being used at one’s own risk.

Map, all 23 permits at this address and 28 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4830-s-drexel-blvd/