# Building permits at 5449 N Wayne Ave, Chicago, IL Two permits on record here. The newest, Oct 5: Renovation of existing (2-story) masonry 2-flat residence with new framedaddition to the rear. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 27 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 400 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 5, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Self cert - 2019 CBC: renovation of existing (2-story) masonry 2-flat residence with new framedaddition to the rear. Duplex existing dwelling unit 1 down into unfinished basement. New underpinning of unfinished basement. Renovate existing unit 2 on second floor. New mechanical system within each dwe | $600,000 | [101086651](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086651/) | | Dec 3, 2008 | Plumbing | Emergency replacement of deteriorated waste and vent lines per stamped drawing / replace water piping where needed to repair waste / vent.all work subject to field inspection. | $12,000 | [100269776](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100269776/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 27 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 15 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 30, 2026 | [5329 N Glenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5329-n-glenwood-ave/) | 940 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 40 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement. | $68,000 | [B200513929](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513929/) | | Sep 29, 2026 | [5416 N Glenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5416-n-glenwood-ave/) | 510 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 400 amp service disconnecting means with 30 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement. | $8,500 | [B200512697](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512697/) | | Sep 20, 2026 | [1433 W Rascher Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1433-w-rascher-ave/) | 770 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 600 amp service disconnecting means with 60 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement. | $38,440 | [B200511220](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511220/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [5357 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5357-n-wayne-ave/) | 580 ft S | 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/) | | Sep 2, 2026 | [1434 W Rascher Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1434-w-rascher-ave/) | 760 ft W | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 crbc - work is for interior renovation to three (3) existing apartment units within an existing 4-story multi-unit residential building per plans. New covered rear wood stair and porch. (Current use r-2/residential, proposed use r-2/residential; construction type iii-a, no change). Pr | $2,500,000 | [101086571](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086571/) | | Sep 2, 2026 | [1432 W Rascher Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1432-w-rascher-ave/) | 750 ft W | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 crbc - work is for interior renovation to six (6) existing apartment units within an existing 4-story multi-unit residential building per plans. New covered rear wood stair and porch. Provide new trash enclosure. (Current use r-2/residential, proposed use r-2/residential; construction | $2,500,000 | [101086570](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086570/) | | Aug 26, 2026 | [1453 W Rascher Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1453-w-rascher-ave/) | 960 ft W | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 20'-0' ' x18'-0' '. Hip roof height to peak: 11'-6' '. | $40,000 | [B200507808](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507808/) | | Aug 26, 2026 | [5455 N Glenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5455-n-glenwood-ave/) | 340 ft W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: basement build-out of an existing garden unit to create an additional dwelling unit via the a.d.u. Program in an existing 3-story, 3 dwelling unit residential building (occupancy R-5, construction type iii-b) as per plans. | $40,000 | [101082835](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082835/) | | Aug 6, 2026 | [1434 W Rascher Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1434-w-rascher-ave/) | 760 ft W | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: work is for interior demolition of nonstructural interior partitions and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems at an existing 4-story masonry building (current use r-2/residential, proposed use r-2/residential; construction type iii-a, no change).new scope interior renova | $60,000 | [101084539](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084539/) | | Jul 29, 2026 | [1432 W Rascher Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1432-w-rascher-ave/) | 750 ft W | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: work is for interior demolition of nonstructural interior partitions and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems at an existing 4-story masonry building (current use r-2/residential, proposed use r-2/residential; construction type iii-a, no change). New scope interior renov | $60,000 | [101084551](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084551/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [5538 N Magnolia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5538-n-magnolia-ave/) | 810 ft NE | Fence, wall or deck | Temporary structure: new installation. Tent (open sides) - assembly - 600 SQ. FT. Electrical work = no. Non-sewer toilets: 1. Install date: 9/5/2026; removal date: 9/6/2026. | Not listed | [B200467990](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467990/) | | Jun 22, 2026 | [5339 N Glenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5339-n-glenwood-ave/) | 830 ft S | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: plan revisions to existing permit 101070034. Revisions to electrical service. (Occ group R-5; const type iiib) | $5,000 | [101084312](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084312/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [5603 N Glenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5603-n-glenwood-ave/) | 900 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 240 SQ. FT. Location: masonry repair work. | $93,265 | [B200472669](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472669/) | | May 27, 2026 | [5418 N Lakewood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5418-n-lakewood-ave/) | 400 ft SE | 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 19, 2026 | [1221 W Catalpa Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1221-w-catalpa-ave/) | 690 ft E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 110 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: garage. | $1,500 | [B200470776](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470776/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 12 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 1, 2026 | [1415 W Summerdale Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1415-w-summerdale-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1320 SQ. FT. Includes structural repairs to roof. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: roof replacement, asphalt shingles. IL Roofing contractor license: 104007722. | $15,000 | [B200514008](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514008/) | | Sep 30, 2026 | [1349 W Berwyn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1349-w-berwyn-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | 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/) | | Aug 26, 2026 | [1349 W Berwyn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1349-w-berwyn-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | 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/) | | Aug 17, 2026 | [1460 W Balmoral Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1460-w-balmoral-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Vinyl/pvc fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 20'-0' ' (length). Location: backyard. | $7,420 | [B200477917](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477917/) | | Aug 13, 2026 | [1439 W Summerdale Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1439-w-summerdale-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 26'-0' ' (length). Location: side yard. | $5,735 | [B200481836](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481836/) | | Aug 3, 2026 | [1437 W Summerdale Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1437-w-summerdale-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 69'-0' ' (length). Location: side yards and backyard. | $6,071 | [B200481148](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481148/) | | Jul 23, 2026 | [5526 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5526-n-broadway/) | 0.19 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: alteration to add one dwelling unit in basement and enclosed rear porch in 2-story building with 2 dwelling units. Includes window replacement. Total 3 dwelling units w/ 3 parking spots (occupancy group R-5; type iii-b construction) | $200,000 | [101076866](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076866/) | | Jul 7, 2026 | [1462 W Rascher Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1462-w-rascher-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $10,000 | [B200477084](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477084/) | | Jun 9, 2026 | [5619 N Glenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5619-n-glenwood-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 1000 SQ. FT. Location: parapet walls; north, east and south elevation. | $32,300 | [B200473581](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473581/) | | Jun 8, 2026 | [1147 W Balmoral Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1147-w-balmoral-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Sign | Installation of channel letter signage for business identification purposes | $5,000 | [101083573](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083573/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [5353 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5353-n-broadway/) | 0.22 mi SE | 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/) | 0.22 mi SE | 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/) | ## More on this street Other addresses on N Wayne Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [5400 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5400-n-wayne-ave/): newest permit Jul 10, 2025 - [5534 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5534-n-wayne-ave/): newest permit Sep 10, 2025 - [5357 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5357-n-wayne-ave/): newest permit Sep 8, 2026 - [5348 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5348-n-wayne-ave/): newest permit Jun 6, 2025 - [5347 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5347-n-wayne-ave/): newest permit Jan 29, 2025 - [5325 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5325-n-wayne-ave/): newest permit Sep 22, 2025 - [5324 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5324-n-wayne-ave/): newest permit Oct 23, 2023 - [5622 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5622-n-wayne-ave/): newest permit Sep 10, 2025 - [5626 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5626-n-wayne-ave/): newest permit Dec 15, 2025 - [5627 N Wayne Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5627-n-wayne-ave/): newest permit Apr 21, 2025 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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