# Building permits at 500 E 33rd St, Chicago, IL

48 permits on record here. The newest, Dec 31, 2025: Modernization of three(3) 2000lb capacity. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 2 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2025 | Elevator | Modernization of three(3) 2000lb capacity, 23-floor, 350fpm, passenger elevators, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev007922) | $850,000 | [101078088](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078088/) |
| Jul 2, 2024 | Electrical | Revision to permit #101047866. To change of electrical contractor. | Not listed | [B200021980](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200021980/) |
| Jun 4, 2024 | Plumbing | Revision to permit #101047866.to change of plumbing contractor. | Not listed | [B200019170](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200019170/) |
| Apr 9, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Minor remodel, and conversion of 1 dwelling unit to 2 dwelling unitsminor MEP work | $100,000 | [101047866](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101047866/) |
| Oct 12, 2023 | Electrical | Remove existing plug fuse panel and install new relocated circuit breaker panel. Remove existing 50-amp feeder and replace with new 60-amp feed through existing conduit. Install new 60-amp 2-pole breaker at meter bank. | $5,000 | [B101035109](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101035109/) |
| Oct 9, 2023 | Electrical | Repair of elevator pit lights | $1,000 | [B101034621](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101034621/) |
| Aug 23, 2023 | Elevator | Installation of pit ladders for #1 and #3 elevators, and add 20" to top of pit ladder for #2 elevator, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev007922) | $8,150 | [101028078](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101028078/) |
| Jul 17, 2023 | Electrical | Replace existing fuse panels with breaker panels in unit 2002 and 1514.no other work | $2,000 | [B101023832](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101023832/) |
| Sep 24, 2020 | Electrical | Installation of one receptacle transfer of electric permit to electrical contractor 100762422 | Not listed | [B100892332](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100892332/) |
| Aug 12, 2020 | Elevator | Perform city of chicago fire service mandate upgrade on three(3) 2000lb capacity, 323-floor, ewgt, passenger elevators, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev007922) all elevators | $30,000 | [100886629](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100886629/) |
| Jul 10, 2020 | Electrical | Low voltage wiring - common area - phone, network, audio, video | $6,167 | [B100881827](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100881827/) |
| Jun 9, 2020 | Sign | Replace existing ground directional on east lot facing north and south | $600 | [100873832](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100873832/) |
| Jun 9, 2020 | Sign | Replace one existing ground directional on east lot facing north and south | $600 | [100873826](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100873826/) |
| Feb 21, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Replace exterior windows & doors at ground level only (west elevation)- same size & location- (no structural work)- all work same as existing; subject to field inspections | $125,000 | [100863815](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100863815/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) non-illuminated ground directional on south lot facing north and south | $900 | [100851787](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851787/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) non illuminated ground directional on west lot facing east and west | $900 | [100851780](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851780/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) non illuminated ground directional on west lot facing east and west | $900 | [100851773](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851773/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) illuminated ground sign on west lot facing east and west | $1,500 | [100851762](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851762/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) illuminated ground sign on east lot facing north and south | $1,500 | [100851754](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851754/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) non illuminated ground directional on east lot facing north and south | $900 | [100851738](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851738/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) non-illuminated ground directional on east lot facing east and west | $900 | [100851732](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851732/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) non-illuminated ground directional at east side of lot facing east and west | $900 | [100851719](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851719/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) non-illuminated ground directional on east lot facing east and west | $900 | [100851713](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851713/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) non-illuminated ground directional on west lot facing east and west | $900 | [100851707](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851707/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) non-illuminated ground directional on east side facing north and south | $900 | [100851700](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851700/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) non-illuminated ground directional at north lot facing east and west | $900 | [100851691](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851691/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) illuminated ground directional on south lot facing east and west | $1,200 | [100851681](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851681/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Sign | Install (1) illuminated ground directional on north side of lot facing east and west reading lm 500. | $1,200 | [100851670](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100851670/) |
| Dec 3, 2019 | Fire systems | Fire alarm - tenant build out on 1st fl (p). CK#100874061;$600.00. | Not listed | [B100849096](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100849096/) |
| Oct 11, 2019 | Electrical | Scope: scope entails retrofitting and/or replacing existing linear fluorescent, cfl, and hid light fixtures with UL listed, 120-277v led drivers, led lamps, and/or led luminaires, which will be wired to existing power source. | $51,900 | [B100845741](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100845741/) |
| Sep 20, 2019 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 2 skyclimber swings stage scaffold from 9/23/2019 to 9/23/2020. | Not listed | [100841927](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100841927/) |
| Sep 6, 2019 | Plumbing | Revision to permit no. 100762422; To change plumbing contractor to warren thomas plumbing; change of vent/refrig to csl climate control co. | Not listed | [100839599](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100839599/) |
| Jul 13, 2019 | Electrical | Replacement of and old electric fire pump with a new UL listed fire pump 500gpm in fire pump room ( basement). All work is being done on one floor only. No work outside. | $43,734 | [B100830319](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100830319/) |
| May 24, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of existing first flr of 20-story (320) multi-unit residential bldg. Scope: new mechanical system upgrades, common space upgrades, new fitness center, new clubroom and flex space as per plans | $700,000 | [100762422](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100762422/) |
| Nov 15, 2017 | Electrical | Building #6 - upgrade existing main switchboard, un-metered apartment risers, modular metering, apartments load centers, and apartment circuit branch wiring. | $600,000 | [B100725350](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100725350/) |
| Jun 15, 2017 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 1 skyclimber swings stage scaffold from 6/13/2017 to 6/13/2018. | Not listed | [100710871](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100710871/) |
| Mar 29, 2016 | Electrical | Provide electrical demo and install em battery lights, exit signs and 4 foot flourcent lights in old boiler room. | $7,500 | [B100642198](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100642198/) |
| Feb 19, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Existing boiler plant to be remodeled as per plans | $80,000 | [100632510](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100632510/) |
| May 8, 2014 | Plumbing | Replace plumbing fixtures in 15 units throughout the building. | Not listed | [100539847](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100539847/) |
| Apr 3, 2014 | Electrical | Remove 5 defective meter sockets and install 5 new single gang meter sockets one for each floor. | $2,500 | [B100534332](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100534332/) |
| Dec 30, 2013 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage burglar alarm # 309934317 resi apt 805 | $124 | [B100522519](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100522519/) |
| Dec 6, 2013 | New building | Permit expires on 02/06/2014 erection starts: 12/11/2013, erection ends: 12/13/2013. Reinstatement of permit# 100468236erect one (1) 40' x 100' tentsetup 12/11/2013- remove 12/13/2013one day event 12/12/12013 | $15,000 | [100519662](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100519662/) |
| Oct 7, 2013 | Electrical | Interior conduit only permit | $198,479 | [B100512271](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100512271/) |
| Aug 21, 2013 | Roofing | Replace roof (no structural work, no MEP work)- all work same as existing; subject to field inspections | $294,425 | [100505316](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100505316/) |
| Nov 27, 2012 | New building | Permit expires on 01/27/2013 erection starts: 12/5/2012, erection ends: 12/7/2012. Erect one (1) 40' x 100' tent | $15,000 | [100468236](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100468236/) |
| May 17, 2012 | Alteration or repair | "All elevations, repair/replace minor concrete repairs 200 SQ. FT., Inspection for water leaks only, no other repairs no structural work"subject to field inspections | $411,695 | [100441222](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100441222/) |
| May 8, 2012 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 3 skyclimber slystage mkd from 05/22/2012 to 05/22/2013. | Not listed | [100439764](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100439764/) |
| Apr 5, 2012 | Electrical | Install new exit signs and emergency battery lights in locker rooms. | $5,000 | [B100430325](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100430325/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [443 E 34th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/443-e-34th-st/) | 730 ft SW | Roofing | Scope: roof recover. Area: 53300 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: on roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000281. | $427,450 | [B200509935](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509935/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2026 | [606 E Woodland Park](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/606-e-woodland-park/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to address fire damaged unit, work to include replacement of HVAC system, drywall, floors, doors and finishes with associated plumbing and electrical and electrical panel. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit #308. | $40,000 | [B200481157](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481157/) |

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Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). Checked 2026-10-02 18:15 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

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