# Building permits at 5252 N Broadway, Chicago, IL

1347 W Foster Ave: demolition permitted Jul 10, a new building Jul 15.

10 permits on record here. The newest, Apr 6: Replacement general contractor. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 37 more permits since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 0.23 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 6, 2026 | Other | For permit 101077588: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200464857](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200464857/) |
| Jan 6, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Swapping (3) existing antennas with (3) new antennas. Swapping (4) existing cabinets with (2) new cabinets. Replacement of radio and ancillary equipment. No changes to use or height. Previous permit #100486037. T-mobile site ch41358b. | $25,000 | [100901361](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100901361/) |
| Dec 2, 2020 | Electrical | Work being done on rooftop, rewire of 200a circuit existing 120/240v 1 phase service | $5,000 | [B100901697](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100901697/) |
| Mar 5, 2015 | Alteration or repair | Upgrading existing bathrooms to accessibility compliance and associated work | $50,000 | [100574949](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100574949/) |
| Apr 16, 2013 | Electrical | Install new site support cabinet at existing cell site | $6,500 | [B100486037](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100486037/) |
| Jun 28, 2012 | Electrical | Ch41358b dc connection to new upgrade system module | $1,000 | [B100447397](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100447397/) |
| Jun 28, 2012 | Electrical | Ch41358b dc connection to new upgrade system module | $1,000 | [B100447364](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100447364/) |
| Feb 24, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpoint and repair/replace bricks on west elevation | $5,800 | [100429396](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100429396/) |
| Oct 27, 2010 | Electrical | Add 2 pole breaker to existing panel for new booster on cell site | $500 | [B100370158](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100370158/) |
| Nov 16, 2007 | Electrical | Add 30 amps breaker to an existing radio equipment (cell site) | $1,500 | [B100206872](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100206872/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [5255 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5255-n-broadway/) | 85 ft E | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: commercial store. Low voltage work. | $10,000 | [B200513376](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513376/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [5251 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5251-n-broadway/) | 85 ft E | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: commercial store. | $10,000 | [B200513367](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513367/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [5239 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5239-n-broadway/) | 160 ft SE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: first floor. | $13,786 | [B200513157](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513157/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [5251 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5251-n-broadway/) | 85 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing 1 story retail building. Alterations to include new partitions, mechanical, electrical and plumbing as per plans. No exterior work. (Occupancy group m-mercantile; IIB construction) | $155,000 | [101084080](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084080/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [5237 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5237-n-broadway/) | 180 ft SE | Other | For permit 101081247: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200479121](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479121/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [5255 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5255-n-broadway/) | 85 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing 1 story retail building. Alterations to include new partitions, mechanical, electrical and plumbing as per plans. No exterior work. (Occupancy group m-mercantile; IIB construction) | $145,000 | [101084149](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084149/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [5247 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5247-n-broadway/) | 100 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing 1 story retail building. Alterations to include new partitions, mechanical, electrical and plumbing as per plans. No exterior work. (Occupancy group m-mercantile; IIB construction) | $165,000 | [101084147](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084147/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [5237 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5237-n-broadway/) | 180 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Self cert CBRC 2019: self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alteration of an existing tenant on the ground floor of an existing retail center for midwest express. Work to include demo, new partitions, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC as per plans. (B- business, construction type IIB ) | $270,000 | [101081247](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081247/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 20 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [5301 N Winthrop Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5301-n-winthrop-ave/) | 650 ft E | Other | For permit b200409783: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200513891](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513891/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [5221 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5221-n-wayne-ave/) | 980 ft W | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 4 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Repair or in-kind replacement of hot water heater(s). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), basement, kitchen. | $39,022 | [B200513831](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513831/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [1044 W Berwyn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1044-w-berwyn-ave/) | 890 ft E | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101069597. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: none (exempt). Specific location: entire building. | Not listed | [B200472673](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472673/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [5120 N Winthrop Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5120-n-winthrop-ave/) | 950 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: cps goudy - concrete pavement replacement, new playground equipment, new handrail at existing building access stairs. Occupancy group e-1 (to remain), type ii-a \| i-b construction (to remain). | $286,000 | [101083490](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083490/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [5230 N Kenmore Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5230-n-kenmore-ave/) | 970 ft E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: all elevations. | $26,610 | [B200506764](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506764/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [1248 W Winona St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1248-w-winona-st/) | 980 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace existing rear enclosed wood porch and stairs as per plan. Same size and location as existing. | $38,750 | [101086278](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086278/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [5145 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5145-n-broadway/) | 720 ft S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 120 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 120 SQ. FT. Location: facade. | $30,000 | [B200480253](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480253/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [5220 N Kenmore Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5220-n-kenmore-ave/) | 1,000 ft E | 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, basement underground grease piping replacement. | $30,380 | [B200478441](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478441/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [1123 W Berwyn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1123-w-berwyn-ave/) | 330 ft E | Sign | Panda express chinese kitchen: internally illuminated face-lit wall sign (w berwyn ave elevation) - 6'-0" h x 6'-0" W (36 SQ ft); replaces DOB # 101074101 issued 10/08/2025 | $5,000 | [101084242](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084242/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [1123 W Berwyn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1123-w-berwyn-ave/) | 330 ft E | Sign | Panda express: internally illuminated face-lit wall sign (w berwyn ave elevation) - 4'-0" h x 13'-6" W (54 SQ ft); replaces DOB # 101074099 issued 10/08/2025 | $5,000 | [101084241](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084241/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [1123 W Berwyn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1123-w-berwyn-ave/) | 330 ft E | Sign | Thank you: non-illuminated wall sign (west elevation facing parking lot) - 3'-1" h x 1'-4" W (4 SQ ft) | $300 | [101084245](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084245/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [1123 W Berwyn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1123-w-berwyn-ave/) | 330 ft E | Sign | Panda express chinese kitchen online pickup: non-illuminated wall sign (west elevation facing parking lot) - 1'-0" h x 4'-0" W (4 SQ ft) | $500 | [101084244](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084244/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [1123 W Berwyn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1123-w-berwyn-ave/) | 330 ft E | Sign | Panda express chinese kitchen: internally illuminated face-lit wall sign (west elevation facing parking lot) - 6'-0" h x 6'-0" W (36 SQ ft) | $5,000 | [101084243](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084243/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [5227 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5227-n-broadway/) | 280 ft S | Sign | Illuminated wall sign; 51 sq/ft; west elevation; cosmo prof | $4,000 | [101083945](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083945/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [5227 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5227-n-broadway/) | 280 ft S | Sign | 33 Sq/ft illuminated wall sign; west elevation; sally beauty | $4,000 | [101083752](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083752/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [1123 W Berwyn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1123-w-berwyn-ave/) | 330 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self-cert: interior renovation of the entire existing tenant space& minor improvements to the existing exterior one story building.. Work to include MEP. Structural peer review (occ. Type a-2) as per plans. | $1,000,000 | [101083526](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083526/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [1147 W Balmoral Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1147-w-balmoral-ave/) | 720 ft N | Sign | Installation of channel letter signage for business identification purposes | $5,000 | [101083573](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083573/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [1050 W Foster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1050-w-foster-ave/) | 970 ft SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 20 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: unit c. | $1,700 | [B200472292](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472292/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [5353 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5353-n-broadway/) | 670 ft N | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: whole building. | $1,500 | [B200472554](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472554/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [5353 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5353-n-broadway/) | 670 ft N | Other | For permit 101074680: replacement electrical contractor. Replacement other contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200472553](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472553/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 9 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [1349 W Berwyn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1349-w-berwyn-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 250 SQ. FT. Location: all elevations. | $25,000 | [B200513709](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513709/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [5357 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5357-n-wayne-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: conversion of existing 2 story 2 dwelling unit multi-family residence into a single family residence, including interior renovation and addition of one bathroom. (Occupancy group R-5; type IIIB construction) | $10,000 | [101080292](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080292/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [1349 W Berwyn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1349-w-berwyn-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior alteration to existing 3 d.u. Rear bldg. Replace porch at rear bldg. Same size and location. Exisitng 6 d.u. Front building n.i.c., occupancy R2 to remain, construciton 3a to remain | $75,000 | [101086879](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086879/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [1347 W Foster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1347-w-foster-ave/) | 0.25 mi SW | New building | Spr 2019 cbc:new construction full building permit (3) three story,+ basement,(6) six residential dwelling unit building with (1) rooftop stair penthouse/enclosure and private occupiable roof decks.detached six (6) car garage with deck. Occupancy class R-2, residential use,construction type 3-a with | $822,000 | [101078046](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078046/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [1347 W Foster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1347-w-foster-ave/) | 0.25 mi SW | Demolition | Complex demolition: wreck and remove a 1 story masonry building | $14,000 | [B101078528](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101078528/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [5410 N Winthrop Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5410-n-winthrop-ave/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 100 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: garage. | $1,300 | [B200475438](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475438/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [1245 W Winona St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1245-w-winona-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 250 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: upper flat roof w/ floating deck. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018192. | $12,600 | [B200471608](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471608/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [5418 N Lakewood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5418-n-lakewood-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | New building | Proposed 3 car garage w/unfinished storage loft serving an existing 2 story SFR, per plans. | $48,260 | [101081156](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081156/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [5428 N Winthrop Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5428-n-winthrop-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Elevator | Installation of (1) one eg passenger elevator, 2100lbs capacity @ 150fpm, 6 floors, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $141,300 | [101083476](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083476/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on N Broadway with permits, nearest house number first:

- [5251 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5251-n-broadway/): newest permit Sep 28, 2026
- [5255 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5255-n-broadway/): newest permit Sep 28, 2026
- [5247 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5247-n-broadway/): newest permit Jul 1, 2026
- [5239 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5239-n-broadway/): newest permit Sep 25, 2026
- [5238 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5238-n-broadway/): newest permit Mar 18, 2025
- [5237 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5237-n-broadway/): newest permit Jul 22, 2026
- [5232 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5232-n-broadway/): newest permit May 15, 2025
- [5227 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5227-n-broadway/): newest permit Jun 23, 2026
- [5210 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5210-n-broadway/): newest permit Apr 14, 2025
- [5308 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5308-n-broadway/): newest permit Oct 29, 2024

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