# Building permits at 608 N Long Ave, Chicago, IL Two permits on record here. The newest, Feb 26: Spr 2019 CBRC - interior alteration to include the conversion of a 2-story single-family home into two. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 25 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Feb 26, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC - interior alteration to include the conversion of a 2-story single-family home into two separate dwelling units. Scope to include repairs to exterior walls and first floor wood floor joists. Extend existing concrete pad to provide two parking spaces. Exterior alteration to include a n | $100,000 | [101039592](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101039592/) | | Nov 14, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Existing 3 story frame residence - replace 1 existing open rear wood porch same as existing - existing roof to remain | $7,850 | [100679085](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100679085/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 25 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 11 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 9, 2026 | [550 N Lockwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-n-lockwood-ave/) | 810 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC interior remodel of existing two story VA frame single family residence with basement. Including 203 SQ FT rear second floor addition and new 121 SQ FT rear wood deck. (Occupancy r5 classification ) ( type VA construction ) | $85,000 | [101087111](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087111/) | | Sep 30, 2026 | [724 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/724-n-long-ave/) | 830 ft N | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1522 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: at top of the roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104.02017. | $12,521 | [B200513873](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513873/) | | Aug 22, 2026 | [533 N Pine Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/533-n-pine-ave/) | 890 ft SW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 3054 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: reroof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018753. | $38,100 | [B200508504](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508504/) | | Jul 27, 2026 | [5440 W Ferdinand St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5440-w-ferdinand-st/) | 960 ft S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 26, MAX. Length 14. Location: masonrt repairs. | $42,200 | [B200478769](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478769/) | | Jun 29, 2026 | [5445 W Race Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5445-w-race-ave/) | 720 ft SW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 7.6 kw. Array output: 0.01188 kw. Includes 11.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: rooftop. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #24-0198. | $8,316 | [B200471258](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471258/) | | Jun 16, 2026 | [619 N Lotus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/619-n-lotus-ave/) | 340 ft W | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 2 story frame residence | $10,000 | [B101083277](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101083277/) | | Jun 9, 2026 | [653 N Lotus Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/653-n-lotus-ave/) | 560 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Interior and exterior renovations (new siding, roofing, and windows) in an existing 2 story SFR w/basement and attic, per plans. | $200,000 | [101083761](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083761/) | | May 26, 2026 | [560 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/560-n-long-ave/) | 300 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 17 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 56. Lighting outlets: 26. Specific location: complete interior wiring. | $2,000 | [B200471718](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471718/) | | May 20, 2026 | [5330 W Race Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5330-w-race-ave/) | 640 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Proposed 2 space parking pad, modifications to front porch, removal of 2nd floor dormers, replace basement stairs, rear stairs, and internal renovations to convert existing 2 story SFR w/basement to 2 units, per plans | $45,000 | [101073583](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073583/) | | May 12, 2026 | [623 N Pine Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/623-n-pine-ave/) | 730 ft W | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior renovations to existing 2.5-story masonry construction single family residence w/ basement. Renovate kitchen, add powder room, renovate 2nd floor bath, add master bath, add 3rd floor bathroom and rebuild secondary stair. Demo existing 2-car garage. Build new masonry 3-c | $150,000 | [101081345](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081345/) | | May 7, 2026 | [540 N Lockwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/540-n-lockwood-ave/) | 860 ft SE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1800 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: modified bitumen roof replacement. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018955. | $10,000 | [B200469580](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469580/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 14 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 17, 2026 | [5329 W Ferdinand St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5329-w-ferdinand-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Alteration level 3 - interior alterations and third floor addition to existing 2-flat residence per plans. Duplex first floor unit w/ basement. Duplex second floor unit w/ third floor per plans. Repair enclosed frame porch at rear per plans. Repair existing open front porch per plans. Install 31 lin | $180,000 | [101087533](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087533/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [5222 W Ohio St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5222-w-ohio-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 6. Lighting outlets: 6. Specific location: basement. | $100 | [B200511632](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511632/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [614 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/614-n-central-ave/) | 0.25 mi W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 other cooling equipment(goodman ac condenser unit 3.5 ton). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, exterior work, outside and basement. | $6,840 | [B200511610](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511610/) | | Aug 17, 2026 | [5251 W Ferdinand St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5251-w-ferdinand-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Install system III emergency lighting. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: hallways and basement. | $4,800 | [B200507370](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507370/) | | Aug 12, 2026 | [5225 W Ohio St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5225-w-ohio-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Elevator | Installation of (1) one vertical platform wheelchair lift at the front of the home, 750lbs capacity @ 10fpm, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $18,000 | [101087208](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087208/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [5222 W Ohio St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5222-w-ohio-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Other | For permit 101072129: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200475583](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475583/) | | Jun 23, 2026 | [653 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/653-n-central-ave/) | 0.25 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | Repair (26% to 50%) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $5,500 | [B200473430](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473430/) | | Jun 11, 2026 | [5325 W Ferdinand St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5325-w-ferdinand-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 6.97 kw. Includes 15 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of home. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $18,243 | [B200472624](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472624/) | | Jun 2, 2026 | [744 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/744-n-long-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 10 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 2 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, basement, 1st floor, 2nd floor. | $5,000 | [B200472520](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472520/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [5325 W Ferdinand St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5325-w-ferdinand-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: service conductor, exterior. | $1,900 | [B200472627](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472627/) | | May 21, 2026 | [744 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/744-n-long-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 30. Lighting outlets: 16. Specific location: first and second floor. | $3,000 | [B200471547](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471547/) | | May 20, 2026 | [5222 W Ohio St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5222-w-ohio-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC - interior and exterior renovations to an existing 2 story 4 dwelling unit residence with basement and side porch and stairs including the expansion of the west dwelling unit on the 1st floor into the basement with an existing detached garage as per plans certified corrections subject | $45,000 | [101072129](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101072129/) | | May 19, 2026 | [545 N Central Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/545-n-central-ave/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: exterior and basement.. | $1,800 | [B200471256](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471256/) | | May 5, 2026 | [701 N Latrobe Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/701-n-latrobe-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Other | Reinstate permit no 101029140 must begin work and or request inspection no later than september 2026 on permit no 101029140 | Not listed | [101083126](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083126/) | ## 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 Long Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [611 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/611-n-long-ave/): newest permit Aug 29, 2025 - [625 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/625-n-long-ave/): newest permit Apr 29, 2025 - [628 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/628-n-long-ave/): newest permit Nov 18, 2024 - [630 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/630-n-long-ave/): newest permit Nov 18, 2024 - [646 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/646-n-long-ave/): newest permit Jan 28, 2025 - [655 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/655-n-long-ave/): newest permit Mar 4, 2026 - [560 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/560-n-long-ave/): newest permit May 26, 2026 - [724 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/724-n-long-ave/): newest permit Sep 30, 2026 - [744 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/744-n-long-ave/): newest permit Jun 2, 2026 - [425 N Long Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/425-n-long-ave/): newest permit Nov 11, 2025 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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