# Building permits at 501 E 32nd St, Chicago, IL

25 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, 22-floor, 350fpm, passewnger elevators, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev007914) | $850,000 | [101078091](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078091/) |
| 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 | [B101035100](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101035100/) |
| Oct 9, 2023 | Electrical | Repair lights in the elevator pit | $1,000 | [B101034622](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101034622/) |
| Aug 23, 2023 | Elevator | Installation of pit ladders for #1 and #3 elevaotrs, and add 20" to top of pit ladder for #2 elevator, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev007914) | $8,150 | [101028785](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101028785/) |
| Aug 12, 2020 | Elevator | Perform city of chicago fire service mandate upgrade on three(3) 2000lb capacity, 22-floor, ewgt, passenger elevators, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev007914) all elevators | $30,000 | [100886644](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100886644/) |
| Jun 30, 2020 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect four(4)scaffolds from 06/18/2020 to 06/18/2021. | Not listed | [100880240](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100880240/) |
| Feb 21, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Replace exterior windows & doors at ground level only (east elevation)- same size & location- (no structural work)- all work same as existing; subject to field inspections | $125,000 | [100863809](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100863809/) |
| Dec 3, 2019 | Fire systems | Fire alarm - tenant build out on 1st fl (p). CK#100874060;$600.00. | Not listed | [B100849095](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100849095/) |
| 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. | $39,300 | [B100845737](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100845737/) |
| Sep 6, 2019 | Plumbing | Revision to permit no. 100756353; To change plumbing contractor to warren thomas plumbingl change of vent/refrig to csl climate control co. | Not listed | [100839600](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100839600/) |
| Jun 26, 2019 | Roofing | Tear off roof and replace with new roof membrane. | $324,085 | [100827447](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100827447/) |
| May 1, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of existing 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 at first floor as per plans.(conditional permit subject to field inspections) | $700,000 | [100756353](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100756353/) |
| Jan 16, 2018 | Fire systems | Replacement of fire alarm pump. The existing controller will be removed. The new one will be mounted followed by electrical installation of new fire pump controller including all required conduit, wire & terminations to new equipment. All work is being done in basement. No installation outside the b | $41,400 | [B100743539](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100743539/) |
| Nov 15, 2017 | Electrical | Building #9 - upgrade existing main switchboard, un-metered apartment risers, modular metering, apartments load centers, and apartment circuit branch wiring. | $600,000 | [B100729396](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100729396/) |
| Jan 5, 2015 | Electrical | Comed smart meter installation program, replace existing meter | $500 | [B100576356](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100576356/) |
| Sep 15, 2014 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 4 scaffolds from 9/13/2014 to 9/13/2015. | Not listed | [100560526](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100560526/) |
| May 8, 2014 | Plumbing | Replace plumbing fixtures in 15 units throughout the building. | Not listed | [100539855](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100539855/) |
| Mar 10, 2014 | Electrical | Remove 5 defective meter sockets and install 5 new single meter sockets, one for each of five floors. | $1,500 | [B100530557](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100530557/) |
| Jan 21, 2014 | Fire systems | Installation of one-way & two-way voice comm. System in non-sprinklered residentioal occupancy with elevator re call is part of this scope. An existing class-1 fa system is serving on the 1st fl (p) and beibg monitored as status on the main base building panel. B,1-12,14-22+ph fls. CK#20431;$500.00. | Not listed | [B100516020](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100516020/) |
| Jan 16, 2014 | Electrical | Conduit only permit | $187,000 | [B100524219](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100524219/) |
| Dec 4, 2013 | Electrical | Remove 3 defective meter sockets and install 3 new single meter sockets, one for each of 3 floors. | $1,500 | [B100520025](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100520025/) |
| Apr 5, 2012 | Electrical | Install new exit signs and emergency battery lights in locker rooms. | $5,000 | [B100430335](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100430335/) |
| Jun 3, 2010 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect (4) modular swing scaffolds | Not listed | [100347278](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100347278/) |
| Jun 3, 2010 | Alteration or repair | Repairs to balconies only as per plans. | $20,000 | [100342492](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100342492/) |
| Dec 8, 2009 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect four scaffolds only no other work: assemble swing stages at four corners of the bldg 12/14/09 to 12/14/10 | Not listed | [100323197](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100323197/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [443 E 34th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/443-e-34th-st/) | 0.21 mi S | 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/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [3215 S Calumet Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3215-s-calumet-ave/) | 0.24 mi W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 2 systems : 1 split system(american standard, 5a6h7024, roof) 1 duct furnace(american standard, s9vb080, basement) 1 split system(american standard, 5a6h7048, roof) 1 duct furnace(american standard, s9v2d120, basement). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations:  | $47,000 | [B200473045](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473045/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on E 32nd St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [401 E 32nd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/401-e-32nd-st/): newest permit Dec 31, 2025
- [601 E 32nd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/601-e-32nd-st/): newest permit Nov 12, 2025

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