# Building permits at 5657 N Broadway, Chicago, IL Nine permits on record here. The newest, Apr 22: Wreck and remove a 1 story masonry building in the el of the other building footprint. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 16 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Apr 22, 2026 | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 1 story masonry building in the el of the other building footprint. (All other buildings to remain) | $50,000 | [B101081049](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101081049/) | | Mar 24, 2009 | Sign | Installation of (1) set of internally illuminated channel letters to be monted to the west building elevation at least 12" from all other signs. | $3,500 | [100281416](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100281416/) | | Mar 11, 2009 | Sign | Installation of (1) box type sign cabinet to be mounted to the west building elevation | $2,500 | [100252896](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100252896/) | | Mar 11, 2009 | Sign | Installation of (1) set of internally illuminated channel letters to be mounted to the west building elevation | $3,500 | [100252894](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100252894/) | | Mar 11, 2009 | Sign | Installation of (1) set of internally illuminated channel letters mounted to the west building elevation | $3,500 | [100252676](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100252676/) | | Jul 16, 2008 | Alteration or repair | Interior remodeling of existing building. Repair and remove finishes. Frame new interior walls | $50,000 | [100149217](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100149217/) | | Apr 10, 2007 | Sign | Internally illuminated channel letter set to be mounted to front building elevation | Not listed | [100163693](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100163693/) | | Apr 10, 2007 | Sign | (1) Set of internally illuminated channel letters to be flush mounted to front building elevation | Not listed | [100163688](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100163688/) | | Apr 10, 2007 | Sign | Installation of (1) set of internally illuminated channel letters to be mounted to front building elevation. | Not listed | [100163684](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100163684/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 16 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 1, 2026 | [5710 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5710-n-broadway/) | 200 ft NW | Other | Decommissioning / removal of existing communication equipment. Decommissioning and removal of a wireless site, including complete removal of antennas, equipment, mounts and cabinets. Location: rooftop. | $7,500 | [B200480861](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480861/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 10 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 8, 2026 | [1128 W Ardmore Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1128-w-ardmore-ave/) | 780 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 100 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 6, MAX. Length 4. Location: east and west elevations. | $15,480 | [B200514294](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514294/) | | Sep 2, 2026 | [1055 W Bryn Mawr Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1055-w-bryn-mawr-ave/) | 950 ft SE | Sign | Installation of (1) 13'9"l x 1'6"ht x 0'3"thk internally illuminated channel letter wall sign c/w raceway for lenscrafters at 1055 W bryn mawr avenue, chicago, IL 60660. | $4,450 | [101083385](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083385/) | | Jul 23, 2026 | [5526 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5526-n-broadway/) | 980 ft S | 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/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [5538 N Magnolia Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5538-n-magnolia-ave/) | 960 ft SW | 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 26, 2026 | [5630 N Winthrop Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5630-n-winthrop-ave/) | 550 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: front of building). | $100 | [B200474638](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474638/) | | Jun 22, 2026 | [5734 N Winthrop Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5734-n-winthrop-ave/) | 640 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: north, south,west common brick walls. | $55,000 | [B200474545](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474545/) | | May 27, 2026 | [5630 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5630-n-broadway/) | 280 ft S | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: revision to permit #101010545 to revise all 3rd thru 5th floor balconies and 2nd floor roof decks to eliminate concrete topping and infill HVAC shaft and convert 1st floor commercial space to vanilla box per plans certified plans corrections: conditional permit subject to field inspec | $20,000 | [101075533](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101075533/) | | May 11, 2026 | [1062 W Bryn Mawr Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1062-w-bryn-mawr-ave/) | 840 ft SE | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 2, max. Length: 350 FT., max. Height: 90 FT. Location: east aand south. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200464918](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200464918/) | | May 11, 2026 | [1062 W Bryn Mawr Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1062-w-bryn-mawr-ave/) | 840 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 7500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 60sq. FT., Excavation =. Location: north, east and south elevatin. | $714,125 | [B200464635](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200464635/) | | May 7, 2026 | [5630 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5630-n-broadway/) | 280 ft S | Alteration or repair | Revision to permit no 100901757 to change garage doors from screen door to insulated overhead door. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), rear garage. | $2,000 | [B200466008](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200466008/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 5 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 6, 2026 | [5518 N Winthrop Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5518-n-winthrop-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Parapet rebuilding: 700 SQ. FT. Location: reper existing exterior brick walls & parapet wall. | $35,980 | [B200514508](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514508/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [1021 W Bryn Mawr Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1021-w-bryn-mawr-ave/) | 0.23 mi SE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 10000 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: the roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104020409. | $215,000 | [B200510656](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510656/) | | Sep 4, 2026 | [5535 N Kenmore Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5535-n-kenmore-ave/) | 0.25 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 700 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: near roof. | $68,725 | [B200510494](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510494/) | | Aug 27, 2026 | [5700 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5700-n-sheridan-rd/) | 0.24 mi E | Other | Alteration of existing communication equipment. Alteration of 0 boxes and equipment on 1 towers / structures. Location: modification to existing antenna on roof per plan. | $50,000 | [B200478746](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478746/) | | May 19, 2026 | [5640 N Sheridan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5640-n-sheridan-rd/) | 0.24 mi E | Other | Reinstate permit no 100794680 and 100961597 must begin work and or request inspections no later than september 2026 on permit no 100794680 and 100961597 | Not listed | [101083711](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083711/) | ## 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 N Broadway with permits, nearest house number first: - [5630 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5630-n-broadway/): newest permit May 27, 2026 - [5619 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5619-n-broadway/): newest permit Apr 30, 2025 - [5710 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5710-n-broadway/): newest permit Sep 1, 2026 - [5733 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5733-n-broadway/): newest permit Apr 17, 2026 - [5753 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5753-n-broadway/): newest permit May 17, 2025 - [5556 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5556-n-broadway/): newest permit Oct 3, 2025 - [5539 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5539-n-broadway/): newest permit May 22, 2025 - [5526 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5526-n-broadway/): newest permit Jul 23, 2026 - [5814 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5814-n-broadway/): newest permit Sep 11, 2025 - [5821 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5821-n-broadway/): newest permit Mar 25, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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