# Building permits at 5457 W Thomas St, Chicago, IL

One permit on record here. The newest, Jan 20: 2019 CBRC: Renovation to an existing 2 story 2 dwelling unit building w/ new duplex from 1st floor to. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 16 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 20, 2026 | Alteration or repair | 2019 CBRC: Renovation to an existing 2 story 2 dwelling unit building w/ new duplex from 1st floor to basementinterior alterations and installation of new interior finishesrear open and enclosed wood porch replacement same as existingupgrades to mechanical electrical and plumbing systems(occupancy g | $150,000 | [101077553](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077553/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 7 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2026 | [5466 W Cortez St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5466-w-cortez-st/) | 270 ft S | Alteration or repair | Spr-2019 CBC repair exist. Open front & rear enclosed wood porch in same location of an exist. 3-Story frame multi-dwelling w/. Basement (occupancy group rs-3 type VA construction) | $9,800 | [101088413](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088413/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [5401 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5401-w-division-st/) | 870 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior renovation of an existing ground level mercantile retail space in 2-story building w/ 1 dwelling unit per plans. No work to be done in dwelling units (occupancy groups R-2, m & B; type IIIA construction) | $120,000 | [101080613](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080613/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [1001 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1001-n-long-ave/) | 900 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Vinyl/pvc fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 92'-0' ' (length). Location: back yard. | $10,088 | [B200479170](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479170/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [1059 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1059-n-long-ave/) | 650 ft E | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBC interior alterations for the single-family residence 1 & 1/2 story frame type VA residence with a basement, as per plans. R5 occupancy classification | $70,000 | [101081690](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081690/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [5422 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5422-w-division-st/) | 820 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC existing two story building interior and back porch renovation (occupancy B on 1st floor & r3 on 2nd floor, construction type va) | $150,000 | [101076540](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076540/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [5415 W Augusta Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5415-w-augusta-blvd/) | 800 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 255'-0' ' (length). Location: side and rear yard of the property. | $11,202 | [B200469557](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469557/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [5440 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5440-w-division-st/) | 760 ft N | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: alteration of an existing single story religious assembly (a-3, type iii-a). Reconfigure platforms for accessibility, replace interior finishes, full roof replacement, HVAC equipment upgrades, install new water heater and plumbing fixtures, electrical lighting, power and fire alarm up | $418,000 | [101080031](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080031/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [1241 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1241-n-central-ave/) | 0.25 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior alteration and fire damage repair to existing 2 story w/ basement 2d.u. Building. (Occupancy group R-5; type 5a construction) | $150,000 | [101087724](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087724/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [1151 N Lorel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1151-n-lorel-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 5.4 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of detached structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $10,260 | [B200509541](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509541/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [1151 N Lorel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1151-n-lorel-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 2.7 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of main house. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $10,130 | [B200509538](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509538/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [1151 N Lorel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1151-n-lorel-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: exterior. | $1,500 | [B200509543](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509543/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [939 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/939-n-central-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: front of building). Landing: 184 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $22,000 | [B200480942](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480942/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [5330 W Division St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5330-w-division-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Other | Alteration of existing communication equipment. Alteration of 2 boxes and equipment on 1 towers / structures. Location: monopole tower next to the building. | $35,000 | [B200477657](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477657/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [1058 N Parkside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1058-n-parkside-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior renovations in existing 1-story brick building.deconvert commercial space into 1-du. New frame 2nd fl adition.existing rear frame addition to be reduced in size. New rooftop deck at front. New covered wood deck and new rear wood stairs.mechanical, electrical, & plumbing per p | $152,100 | [101074533](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101074533/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [1028 N Parkside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1028-n-parkside-ave/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior alteration and fire damage repair to existing 2 story w/ basement single family residence. (Occupancy group R-5; type 5a construction) | $120,000 | [101078145](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078145/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [1108 N Lockwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1108-n-lockwood-ave/) | 0.25 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 13 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement. | $8,527 | [B200468983](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468983/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on W Thomas St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [4935 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4935-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Apr 7, 2026
- [4854 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4854-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Jan 6, 2026
- [4831 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4831-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Jul 6, 2025
- [4516 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4516-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Feb 20, 2025
- [4502 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4502-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Dec 8, 2025
- [4453 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4453-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Feb 4, 2026
- [4348 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4348-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Dec 10, 2024
- [4331 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4331-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Sep 16, 2026
- [3902 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3902-w-thomas-st/): newest permit Oct 23, 2025
- [3220 W Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3220-w-thomas-st/): newest permit May 18, 2025

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