# Building permits at 648 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL

Five permits on record here. The newest, May 19: Sc 2019 CBC; interior renovation of existing 3 story masonry 3 flat. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 39 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.22 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBC; interior renovation of existing 3 story masonry 3 flat. Add additional bedroom and bath in lower level of 1st floor duplex down unit. New framing, drywall, electrical and plumbing. All work per architectural plans. Occup. Type R-5; construction type iii-a. | $40,000 | [101083054](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083054/) |
| Jun 25, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Remplace permited wood decking with non combustible pavers per plans | $20,000 | [100878953](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100878953/) |
| Feb 27, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Revision to permit #100827402 add furnace and ac unit to unit 301 per plans | $15,000 | [100862980](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100862980/) |
| Jul 31, 2019 | Demolition | Wreck and remove a 2 story masonry multi unit residence | Not listed | [B100826783](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100826783/) |
| Jul 17, 2019 | New building | Erect a 4 story IIIB masonry 3 dwelling unit building with basement,private roof deck, rooftop stairway enclosures and detached 3 car garage with roof deck perplans | $985,000 | [100827402](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100827402/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 25 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [2258 N Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2258-n-orchard-st/) | 620 ft N | Other | For permit 101087384: replacement general contractor. Replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200514103](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200514103/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [2222 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2222-n-halsted-st/) | 870 ft W | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 1000lb capacity, 5-floor, 40fpm, thru the floor, private residence elevator, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $55,049 | [101089382](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101089382/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [622 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/622-w-belden-ave/) | 710 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: front and back facade. | $22,800 | [B200507701](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507701/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [540 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/540-w-webster-ave/) | 740 ft E | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 235 FT., max. Height: 140 FT. Location: all exterior facade elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200512659](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512659/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [2111 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2111-n-halsted-st/) | 950 ft SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 3 boiler - hot water(laars magnatherm mgh2000nja3xx basement mechanical room) 2 boiler - hot water(laars neotherm nt2v0800nxxx1 basement mechanical room). Electrical work under this permit = no.locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 in | $480,000 | [B200511154](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511154/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [2316 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2316-n-lincoln-ave/) | 800 ft NW | Other | Alteration of existing communication equipment. Alteration of 2 boxes and equipment on 1 towers / structures. Location: rooftop and facade. | $35,000 | [B200479791](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479791/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [2258 N Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2258-n-orchard-st/) | 620 ft N | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC alterations to existing first floor tenant space within existing four story building. Alterations include: new kitchen with exhaust hood, restroom fixtures, interior partition walls, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and fire protection. All signage under separate permit. No chang | $750,000 | [101087384](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087384/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [2244 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2244-n-halsted-st/) | 950 ft NW | Other | For permit b200475895: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200509113](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509113/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [635 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/635-w-belden-ave/) | 590 ft N | Alteration or repair | Scope: repair exterior ornamental metal siding. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, bay window. | $7,824 | [B200479320](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479320/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [746 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/746-w-webster-ave/) | 650 ft W | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install data/video. Specific location: 1st floor. | $2,500 | [B200507774](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507774/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [2222 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2222-n-halsted-st/) | 870 ft W | Other | For permit 101057015: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200481312](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481312/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [531 W Grant Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/531-w-grant-pl/) | 880 ft E | Elevator | Installation of one residential passenger elevator, 950lbs capacity @ 40fpm, 5 floors, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | Not listed | [101086600](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086600/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [543 W Grant Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/543-w-grant-pl/) | 760 ft E | Elevator | Installation of (1) one residential passenger elevator, 950lbs capacity @ 40fpm, 5 floors, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $54,355 | [101086614](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086614/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [549 W Grant Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/549-w-grant-pl/) | 700 ft E | Elevator | Installation of (1) one residential passenger elevator, 950lbs capacity @ 40fpm, 5 floors, pursunat to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $54,355 | [101086612](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086612/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [551 W Grant Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/551-w-grant-pl/) | 680 ft NE | Elevator | Installation of (1) one residential passenger elevator, 950lbs capacity @ 40fpm, 5 floors, pursuant to plans submitted and subject the city of chicago dept. Of buildings erlevator bureau inspection. | $54,355 | [101086609](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086609/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [545 W Grant Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/545-w-grant-pl/) | 740 ft E | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 950lb capacity, 5-floor, 40fpm, residential elevator, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $54,355 | [101086481](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086481/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [746 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/746-w-webster-ave/) | 650 ft W | Alteration or repair | 2019 Chicago building code - self-cert program - scope of work to include: interior renovation of existing limited restaurant tenant space in existing 3-story mixed-use commercial type iii-a building. No change in use from B business for under 50 occupants. MEP Work included. Area of work 1,050 s.f. | $300,000 | [101082889](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082889/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [533 W Grant Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/533-w-grant-pl/) | 860 ft E | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 1000lb capacity, 5-floor, 40fpm, residential elevator, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $54,355 | [101085980](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085980/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [2319 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2319-n-lincoln-ave/) | 850 ft N | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alteration of a retail space. The project includes mechanical, electrical and plumbing work for a new public restroom as per plans. No structural work and no change in use. M-mercantile and constuction type 1a | $80,000 | [101083663](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083663/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [2251 N Geneva Ter](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2251-n-geneva-ter/) | 760 ft NE | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 8; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 0. Affects: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), location: 2251 north geneva terrace, chicago IL, bedroom. | $13,324 | [B200475792](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475792/) |
| Jul 3, 2026 | [2244 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2244-n-halsted-st/) | 950 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior preparatory demolition of nonload bearing walls and m.e.p. Systems with demo drawings and all other work to be performed on renovation permit no. 101077991. Locations: 6 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, interior demo | $45,000 | [B200475895](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475895/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [2250 N Geneva Ter](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2250-n-geneva-ter/) | 710 ft NE | Other | Reinstate permit no 101060720 must begin work and or request inspection no later than december 2026 on permit no 101060720 | Not listed | [101085519](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085519/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [2249 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2249-n-lincoln-ave/) | 420 ft N | Alteration or repair | Self-cert: tenant build-out to change occupancy from restaurant into new office space, as per architect's plans, in existing 2 story brick building w/ basement.the scope of work includes: architecture, plumbing, HVAC and electric.current use: change from restaurant proposed use: professional office. | $65,000 | [101082432](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082432/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [2118 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2118-n-halsted-st/) | 970 ft SW | Other | For permit 101080179: replacement electrical contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200473066](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473066/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [2118 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2118-n-halsted-st/) | 970 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Interior renovations to existing ground floor retail space in a 2 story mixed use building, per plans. | $250,000 | [101080179](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080179/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [2140 N Cleveland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2140-n-cleveland-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Parapet rebuilding: 300 SQ. FT. Location: north and south. | $26,000 | [B200511923](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511923/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [2358 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2358-n-lincoln-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 50 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: caulk holes after removal of kohler sign. | $5,200 | [B200508792](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508792/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [2210 N Cleveland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2210-n-cleveland-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 250 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: rear exterior elevation. | $3,500 | [B200509022](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509022/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [2216 N Cleveland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2216-n-cleveland-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Other | For permit 101079888: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200509083](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509083/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [503 W Grant Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/503-w-grant-pl/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 40 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement. | $3,000 | [B200508736](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508736/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [2225 N Dayton St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2225-n-dayton-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 5 circuits to existing 400 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 5. Lighting outlets: 5. Specific location: living room, 2nd floor. | $11,060 | [B200480199](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480199/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [2050 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2050-n-halsted-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Ductwork extension/reconfiguration, gas piping extension/reconfiguration, repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 rooftop packaged unit(trane, a5pg3036a, rooftop). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, on the roof. | $19,850 | [B200479246](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479246/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [2216 N Cleveland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2216-n-cleveland-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 53; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 0. Affects: 3 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), location: exterior window replacement. | $40,000 | [B200478295](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478295/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [2216 N Cleveland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2216-n-cleveland-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | 2019 Spr: interior alterations including m.e.p. Work, deconversion from 4 units to 3 units (remove basement unit) & duplex 1st fl unit with basement for existing 3 story (r-5 occupancy & iii-a construction type)brick building with basement & new 2 car frame garage w/ rooftop deck & access stair as p | $870,000 | [101079888](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079888/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [2323 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2323-n-halsted-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | New building | Spr 2019 (standard) full building the work includes the construction of a new 266 sf 1-car masonry garage with roof deck and a new 66 sf rear porch and stairs of an existing 2 story, masonry, single family residence.occupancy group r5 type IIIA constructionno change in zoningpreviously approved vari | $100,000 | [101081170](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081170/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [800 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/800-w-belden-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: education. Start date: 6/5/2026. End date: 6/5/2027. All work under this permit must be performed by employees of the listed electrical contractor. The electrical contractor must maintain complete written records of all work performed under this permit and m | Not listed | [B200473489](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473489/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [842 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/842-w-webster-ave/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Proposed 1 story rear addition to connect existing garage to proposed rear deck, and replace roof deck of an existing 2 story SFR, per plans. Variations #7/8/9-26-z to increase maximum floor area ratio and reduce the minimum rear/side setbacks, and reduce the minimum rear yard open space approved 04 | $95,000 | [101073121](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073121/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [2147 N Cleveland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2147-n-cleveland-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: north, east & west facade. | $11,720 | [B200471403](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471403/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [2030 N Burling St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2030-n-burling-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Other | For permit 101073985: additional electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200469316](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469316/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on W Webster Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [642 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/642-w-webster-ave/): newest permit Mar 21, 2025
- [628 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/628-w-webster-ave/): newest permit Mar 19, 2026
- [558 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/558-w-webster-ave/): newest permit Apr 20, 2026
- [746 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/746-w-webster-ave/): newest permit Aug 19, 2026
- [540 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/540-w-webster-ave/): newest permit Sep 21, 2026
- [842 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/842-w-webster-ave/): newest permit Jun 9, 2026
- [855 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/855-w-webster-ave/): newest permit Nov 4, 2025
- [426 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/426-w-webster-ave/): newest permit Sep 17, 2026
- [422 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/422-w-webster-ave/): newest permit Jul 20, 2026
- [404 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/404-w-webster-ave/): newest permit Aug 7, 2026

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