# Building permits at 5515 S Lowe Ave, Chicago, IL 12 permits on record here. The newest, Jul 21: Roofing replacement with select MEP intervention requirements. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 14 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Jul 21, 2026 | Roofing | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: roofing replacement with select MEP intervention requirements, remove and replace 2 existing exterior exit stairs. Structural peer review report. | $5,300,000 | [101080975](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080975/) | | Mar 30, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 cbrc- interior renovation of existing school facility, type e-1 education. Subdivision of existing classroom space and removal of existing millwork and plumbing. Minor electrical modifications to support work, no changes to occupancy or expansion of use. | $20,000 | [100911630](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100911630/) | | Jul 28, 2020 | Electrical | Second floor work- outlet for copier, 2 sections of wire mold with 4 convenience outlets | $4,949 | [B100884019](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100884019/) | | Jul 23, 2020 | Plumbing | Plumbing only,replace plumbing fixtures in washrooms & minor repairs. | Not listed | [100883589](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100883589/) | | Oct 23, 2019 | Elevator | Perform city of chicago 2017 fire service mandate upgrade on one(1) 3000lb capacity, 3-floor, hydraulic, passenger elevator, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev003941) | $9,512 | [100847472](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100847472/) | | Jan 10, 2019 | Electrical | Low voltage work | $74,910 | [B100800274](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100800274/) | | Aug 28, 2013 | Elevator | Installation of (1) vertical wheelchair lift at chicago public school (hope college prep.) pursuant to plans submitted. | $18,665 | [100506295](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100506295/) | | Jun 11, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Cps - classroom renovations, roof patching, electrical, a/c units, exterior façade, science lab, library, admin. Offices, ADA toilets, fire alarm system, kitchen & computer labs. | $2,338,148 | [100494579](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100494579/) | | May 16, 2011 | Alteration or repair | Hope: removal and replacement of 23 rooftop units, the addition of new trash enclosure, a new emergency generator, a pool dehimidifier, a unisex toilet and an off site parking lot. | $5,000,000 | [100394332](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100394332/) | | Jul 14, 2008 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage access panel | $1,955 | [B100247069](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100247069/) | | Jun 16, 2008 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage cctv equipment | $11,045 | [B100242845](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100242845/) | | Jun 22, 2007 | Electrical | (Chicago public school / hope college prep, chgo 60621) install wireless access points throughout the school, 2000 & 4000 wiremold. | $3,000 | [B100183455](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100183455/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 14 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 6 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 8, 2026 | [5626 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5626-s-lowe-ave/) | 680 ft S | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 5 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), bsement and 1st floor. | $5,000 | [B200513730](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513730/) | | Sep 30, 2026 | [5626 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5626-s-lowe-ave/) | 680 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 3 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 10. Lighting outlets: 10. Specific location: basement anf 1st floor. | $7,500 | [B200513717](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513717/) | | Aug 27, 2026 | [5547 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5547-s-emerald-ave/) | 710 ft SW | Demolition | Emergency wreck and remove a 2 story frame multi unit residence | $32,000 | [B101086232](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101086232/) | | Jul 16, 2026 | [5607 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5607-s-emerald-ave/) | 820 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 30 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 10. Lighting outlets: 5. Specific location: first and second floors. | $5,000 | [B200476564](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476564/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [740 W Garfield Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/740-w-garfield-blvd/) | 880 ft W | 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), 1 non-residential unit(s), 1st floor only. | $100 | [B200473643](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473643/) | | Jun 8, 2026 | [740 W Garfield Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/740-w-garfield-blvd/) | 880 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 6. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: store. | $100 | [B200473637](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473637/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 8 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 5, 2026 | [5541 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5541-s-halsted-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: interior alteration & change of occupancy; tenant buildout for daycare, including alterations to toilet rooms; install new HVAC system, install new meter, electrical wiring, outlets, switches & fixtures (occupancy group e2; type IIIA construction) per plans certified plans corrections: | $46,000 | [101062415](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101062415/) | | Sep 23, 2026 | [5439 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5439-s-halsted-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 100'-0' ' (length). Location: exterior fence repair. | $5,000 | [B200512875](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512875/) | | Sep 21, 2026 | [5439 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5439-s-halsted-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 8. Lighting outlets: 10. Specific location: whole store. | $280 | [B200512512](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512512/) | | Aug 26, 2026 | [5645 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5645-s-emerald-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | CBC 2019: Renovations to an existing 2 dwelling unit residential on rs-3 lot. Work calls for limited demolition; new mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems, the duplexing of the first floor into the basment, new windows, new finishes throughout, and the construction of new exterior wood stair. | $60,000 | [101082101](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082101/) | | Aug 19, 2026 | [733 W 54th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/733-w-54th-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Other | Reinstate permit no 101043892 must begin work and or request inspection no later than march 2027 on permit no 101043892. Separate admin change required to update contractor. | Not listed | [101087442](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087442/) | | Aug 5, 2026 | [5628 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5628-s-halsted-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 10. Lighting outlets: 10. Specific location: 1st, 2nd and 3rd floor stairways. | $4,910 | [B200481030](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481030/) | | Jul 13, 2026 | [5541 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5541-s-halsted-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 290 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 2, MAX. Length 5. Parapet rebuilding: 80 SQ. FT. Location: west elevation. | $25,455 | [B200478169](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478169/) | | Jun 27, 2026 | [5541 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5541-s-halsted-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 40 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: rear of property. | $20,000 | [B200476561](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476561/) | ## Zoning requests nearby We don't list zoning cases for Chicago yet. Look them up on the city's Zoning Board of Appeals page: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dcd/zoning-board-of-appeals.html ## More on this street Other addresses on S Lowe Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [5549 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5549-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Jul 23, 2025 - [5626 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5626-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Oct 8, 2026 - [5328 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5328-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Nov 14, 2024 - [5317 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5317-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Aug 28, 2026 - [5133 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5133-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Oct 30, 2024 - [6425 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6425-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Nov 7, 2025 - [4512 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4512-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Mar 31, 2025 - [4508 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4508-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Apr 2, 2026 - [4401 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4401-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Jan 8, 2025 - [6630 S Lowe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6630-s-lowe-ave/): newest permit Nov 21, 2025 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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