# Building permits at 5642 S Mcvicker Ave, Chicago, IL

Two permits on record here. The newest, Oct 3, 2024: Spr 2019 construct a second floor addition to the existing brick and frame type VA single family residence. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 9 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 construct a second floor addition to the existing brick and frame type VA single family residence. To include mechanical, electrical and plumbing work, as per plans r5 classification. 5642 S Mcvicker | $120,000 | [101046914](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101046914/) |
| Nov 23, 2021 | Roofing | Emergency roof repair only | $15,000 | [100949823](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100949823/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 2026 | [5658 S Mason Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5658-s-mason-ave/) | 690 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 38 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement, outside. | $6,065 | [B200474922](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474922/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 2026 | [5554 S Mayfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5554-s-mayfield-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 77'-0' ' (length). Location: side and rear yard. | $3,837 | [B200479200](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479200/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [5554 S Mayfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5554-s-mayfield-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 0.1584 kw. Includes 11.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof of main house. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #24-0120. | $85,000 | [B200477245](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477245/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [5554 S Mayfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5554-s-mayfield-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: low-sloped ( | $13,000 | [B200477443](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477443/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [5554 S Mayfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5554-s-mayfield-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. 11.5 Kwh lithium ion energy storage system. Specific location: upgrade msp and meter collar. | $3,000 | [B200477449](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477449/) |
| Jul 4, 2026 | [5634 S Mayfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5634-s-mayfield-ave/) | 0.19 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 92'-6' ' (length). Location: side yard. | $3,609 | [B200477332](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477332/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [6001 W 55th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6001-w-55th-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1382 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: at top of the roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104.02017. | $20,439 | [B200474472](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474472/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [5827 S Austin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5827-s-austin-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC - interior remodeling of an existing 1 story SFR w/basement, per plans. Certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $80,000 | [101080265](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080265/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [5827 S Austin Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5827-s-austin-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Other | For permit b200457586: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200470696](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470696/) |

## 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 Mcvicker Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [5641 S Mcvicker Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5641-s-mcvicker-ave/): newest permit Jun 17, 2025
- [5648 S Mcvicker Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5648-s-mcvicker-ave/): newest permit Nov 3, 2025
- [5655 S Mcvicker Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5655-s-mcvicker-ave/): newest permit Aug 7, 2025
- [5729 S Mcvicker Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5729-s-mcvicker-ave/): newest permit Oct 15, 2025
- [6041 S Mcvicker Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6041-s-mcvicker-ave/): newest permit Sep 17, 2025
- [6059 S Mcvicker Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6059-s-mcvicker-ave/): newest permit Oct 30, 2025
- [5157 S Mcvicker Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5157-s-mcvicker-ave/): newest permit Nov 19, 2024
- [5146 S Mcvicker Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5146-s-mcvicker-ave/): newest permit Jun 10, 2025
- [6220 S Mcvicker Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6220-s-mcvicker-ave/): newest permit Dec 3, 2025

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