# Building permits at 608 E 61st St, Chicago, IL Four permits on record here. The newest, Aug 27: Line voltage electrical work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 20 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 27, 2026 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: storefront. | $100 | [B200509042](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509042/) | | Aug 4, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 600 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 200 SQ. FT. Location: south elevation. | $14,000 | [B200481049](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481049/) | | Mar 11, 2013 | Plumbing | Revision to permit # 100478726 to change the plumber of record to bill's plumbing. | Not listed | [100481001](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100481001/) | | Feb 21, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Install triple compartment sink, handsink & mop for existing store; no other work to be performed under this permit; subject to field inspections | $1,200 | [100478726](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100478726/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 20 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 12 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 22, 2026 | [6144 S St Lawrence Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6144-s-st-lawrence-ave/) | 550 ft S | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1129 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: flat roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104003416. | $42,669 | [B200512792](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512792/) | | Sep 10, 2026 | [6225 S St Lawrence Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6225-s-st-lawrence-ave/) | 990 ft S | Electrical | For permit 100950958: replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200510949](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510949/) | | Sep 9, 2026 | [6225 S St Lawrence Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6225-s-st-lawrence-ave/) | 990 ft S | Other | For permit 100950958: replacement other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200510952](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510952/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [6118 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6118-s-langley-ave/) | 570 ft SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: basement and garage. | $3,075 | [B200510728](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510728/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [6212 S Champlain Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6212-s-champlain-ave/) | 880 ft S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 300 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: south and north elevation. | $2,800 | [B200510720](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510720/) | | Sep 4, 2026 | [6219 S Champlain Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6219-s-champlain-ave/) | 960 ft S | Other | For permit 101042418: replacement other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200510244](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510244/) | | Aug 6, 2026 | [6127 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6127-s-langley-ave/) | 680 ft SE | Plumbing | For permit 101067661: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200480152](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480152/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [6111 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6111-s-langley-ave/) | 620 ft E | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 21 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Repair or in-kind replacement of hot water heater(s). Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Includes repair or replacement of plumbing risers in existing chases. Locations: 3 residential unit(s), 0 | $20,000 | [B200479544](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479544/) | | Jul 14, 2026 | [6111 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6111-s-langley-ave/) | 620 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement. | $4,000 | [B200475077](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475077/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [6111 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6111-s-langley-ave/) | 620 ft E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 350 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: east, north and west elevation. | $3,800 | [B200477342](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477342/) | | Jun 3, 2026 | [6020 S Eberhart Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6020-s-eberhart-ave/) | 880 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior alterations in an existing unfinished basement for new 1 du at an existing 2 story+basement brick multi-unit (2 du), fora total of 3du. Mechanical, electrical & plumbing per plans. Certified plan corrections. | $46,960 | [101081238](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081238/) | | May 28, 2026 | [6111 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6111-s-langley-ave/) | 620 ft E | Alteration or repair | Construct new 2-story rear open wood porch. No change in size/location/configuration. (Occupancy group R-5; type IIIA construction) | $22,500 | [101083261](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083261/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 8 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 30, 2026 | [6122 S Vernon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6122-s-vernon-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBC: full building permit for interior renovations within an existing 6,329 gsf single-use, 4-unit residential structure. No exterior nor structural work. (Occupancy group R-2, type iii-a construction). Area of work = 2,763 gsf. | $200,000 | [101079727](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079727/) | | Sep 21, 2026 | [6234 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6234-s-langley-ave/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: renovation only of the existing basement dwelling unit in an existing 2 story 3 dwelling unit building interior alteration and installation of new interior finishes new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing upgrades (occupancy group R-5; type IIIA construction) | $75,000 | [101087710](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087710/) | | Aug 19, 2026 | [6215 S Eberhart Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6215-s-eberhart-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 cbrc:new exterior cladding, insulation, and air sealing of entire building. Conversion of an existing 2-story masonry, 2-unit residence in a 3-unit residence. The basement will be underpinned and made habitable.(occupancy classification R-5; type VA construction). Certified plan corrections | $350,000 | [101082773](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082773/) | | Jul 16, 2026 | [6147 S Evans Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6147-s-evans-ave/) | 0.20 mi SE | Alteration or repair | CBC 2019 - R-5 Multi-unit residential building2 story + basementregut/rehab two dwelling units, add 3rd dwelling unit in basementnew plumbing, electrcal, and mechanical throughoutreplace wood beam/ column in basement with steel structure. Erect wood and side and rear of property | $300,000 | [101076522](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076522/) | | Jun 26, 2026 | [6137 S Vernon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6137-s-vernon-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: replacement of existing 3-story steel porch to new rear open wood porch. No change in size/location/configuration. (Occupancy group R-5; type IIIA construction) | $40,000 | [101083899](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083899/) | | Jun 23, 2026 | [6211 S Eberhart Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6211-s-eberhart-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $15,000 | [B200473142](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473142/) | | Jun 8, 2026 | [6039 S Vernon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6039-s-vernon-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | Other | Reinstate permit no.100988508 must begin work and or request inspection no later than september 2026 on permit no.100988508 | Not listed | [101084436](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084436/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [6230 S St Lawrence Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6230-s-st-lawrence-ave/) | 0.20 mi S | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: porch work only: replace existing open rear wood porch only, with new, same size/ location. No work @ side-rear enclosures. All work per plans, code & subject to field inspections @ existing 3 1/2 story masonry residential bldg. | $23,500 | [101083581](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083581/) | --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). Checked 2026-10-06 09:01 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/ This site provides applications using data that has been modified for use from its original source, www.cityofchicago.org, the official website of the City of Chicago. The City of Chicago makes no claims as to the content, accuracy, timeliness, or completeness of any of the data provided at this site. The data provided at this site is subject to change at any time. It is understood that the data provided at this site is being used at one's own risk. 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