# Building permits at 640 E 88th Pl, Chicago, IL Three permits on record here. The newest, Dec 6, 2024: Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 16 more permits (15 projects) since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Dec 6, 2024 | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 14.43 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $27,417 | [B200407957](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200407957/) | | Dec 3, 2024 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 20 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1 . Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: service conductors. | $700 | [B200407586](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200407586/) | | Feb 26, 2008 | Plumbing | Hot water heater (replacement only): qty 1 | $700 | [100225313](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100225313/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 16 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 28, 2026 | [543 E 88th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/543-e-88th-pl/) | 650 ft W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 5.4 kw. Location: roof planes of detached structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $10,260 | [B200512660](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512660/) | | Sep 28, 2026 | [543 E 88th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/543-e-88th-pl/) | 650 ft W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 13.95 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of main house. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $36,505 | [B200512658](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512658/) | | Sep 22, 2026 | [543 E 88th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/543-e-88th-pl/) | 650 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1 . Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: trenching - exterior. | $1,500 | [B200512662](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512662/) | | Sep 21, 2026 | [556 E 88th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/556-e-88th-pl/) | 500 ft W | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to include removal of non-load bearing partitions, mechanical and electrical upgrades per plans.locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), basement and 1st floor. | $53,386 | [B200477132](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477132/) | | Sep 3, 2026 | [607 E 87th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/607-e-87th-st/) | 990 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 75 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 3, MAX. Length 12. Location: 605 thru 607 east 87th street. | $15,000 | [B200508616](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508616/) | | Aug 28, 2026 | [710 E 87th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/710-e-87th-pl/) | 760 ft NE | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 5.85 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of homes. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $16,115 | [B200508922](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508922/) | | Aug 25, 2026 | [710 E 87th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/710-e-87th-pl/) | 760 ft NE | Electrical | | $1,500 | [B200508924](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508924/) | | Jul 13, 2026 | [536 E 88th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/536-e-88th-pl/) | 700 ft W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 11.07 kw. Includes 15 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of home. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $26,033 | [B200477439](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477439/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [536 E 88th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/536-e-88th-pl/) | 700 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1 . Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: exterior, meter. | $1,500 | [B200477450](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477450/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [609 E 88th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/609-e-88th-pl/) | 340 ft W | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall and plumbing in kitchen and bathroom (no electrical work, no mechanical work under this permit). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1st floor unit | $100 | [B200474282](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474282/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [609 E 88th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/609-e-88th-pl/) | 340 ft W | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior replacement of drywall and plumbing in kitchen and bathroom (no electrical work, no mechanical work under this permit). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 2nd floor unit | $100 | [B200474279](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474279/) | | Jun 4, 2026 | [552 E 89th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/552-e-89th-st/) | 630 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC interior remodeling of an existing single family residence | $20,000 | [101080869](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080869/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 4 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Jun 24, 2026 | [502 E 89th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/502-e-89th-pl/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 125 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1 . Lighting outlets: 0. 13.5 Kwh lithium ion energy storage system. Specific location: exterior wall. | $5,000 | [B200475845](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475845/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [632 E 90th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/632-e-90th-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Demolition | Scope: wreck and remove 1 story detached garage (no replacement). Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, rear of property. | $100 | [B200470879](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470879/) | | May 15, 2026 | [448 E 88th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/448-e-88th-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Demolition | Wreck and remove detached frame garage, no replacement. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, garage removal | $4,000 | [B200470101](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470101/) | | May 12, 2026 | [736 E 90th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/736-e-90th-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: complete interior remodel of existing two-family residence including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Finishing attic duplex with 2nd floor and common basement, new rear 2 story open deck, front 1 story open entry stair to type VA construction and construction of new 4 ca | $75,000 | [101067067](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101067067/) | --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). Checked 2026-10-02 19:44 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. 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