# Building permits at 656 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $745,327 project at 836 W Wellington Ave, permitted Jun 10.

Four permits on record here. The newest, Oct 23, 2024: Installation of one(1) 1400lb capacity. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 49 more permits (46 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2024 | Elevator | Installation of one(1) 1400lb capacity, 3-floor, 30fpm, lula elevator, located by the back stairs, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $77,894 | [101061405](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101061405/) |
| Mar 19, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: install new ramp to side entrance to existing religious assembly building. Install lula shaft and lift. Renovate interior entrance. The lula shall operate to the basement, first floor, and second floor loft. The floor level of the side entry shall be raised to the height of the sanctu | $380,000 | [100994267](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100994267/) |
| Jul 5, 2023 | Electrical | New circuits for receptacles in sanctuary. | $900 | [B101022975](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101022975/) |
| Jul 10, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Rebuild the existing back stairs | $3,000 | [100549598](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100549598/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 3 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 2026 | [3118 N Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3118-n-orchard-st/) | 240 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to ground level floor plan for new bedroom and cabinetry.locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), ground floor non structural interior remodel. | $38,000 | [B200475192](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475192/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [3117 N Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3117-n-orchard-st/) | 200 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 300 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: north end of building. | $4,500 | [B200476177](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476177/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [3117 N Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3117-n-orchard-st/) | 200 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 300 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: tuckpoint south elevatiom. | $14,000 | [B200469888](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469888/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 32 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [3000 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3000-n-halsted-st/) | 940 ft SW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: flr 8. | $7,994 | [B200513773](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513773/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [3030 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3030-n-broadway/) | 610 ft SE | Elevator | Replacement of hoist cables on one(1) 4500lb capacity, 5-floor, passenger elevator(#5), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(100638661) | Not listed | [101089364](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101089364/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [2913 N Clark St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2913-n-clark-st/) | 1,000 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $5,000 | [B200513591](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513591/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [621 W Barry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/621-w-barry-ave/) | 370 ft E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: new steel stairs in place of existing from grade to sunken patio to an existing 17 du 5-story with basement masonry building (occupancy group R-2, type IIIA construction) | $14,794 | [101088380](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088380/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [3005 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3005-n-broadway/) | 800 ft SE | Sign | Install non-illuminated flat pvc letter sign on the front of building. Private property | $2,350 | [101087855](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087855/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [707 W Briar Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/707-w-briar-pl/) | 410 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: add new porcelain pavers, pergola, trellis, guardrails, cabinetry, and hot tub to existing private rooftop deck for unit 1e on existing detached 4-car noncombustible frame garage at existing 4-story, 6-unit masonry building (occupancy type R-2, type 3a construction). No change to use o | $45,000 | [101086942](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086942/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [621 W Barry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/621-w-barry-ave/) | 370 ft E | Elevator | Modernization of one(1) 2500lb capacity, 5-floor, 125fpm, passsenger elevator, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev017203) | Not listed | [101088254](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088254/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [3151 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3151-n-broadway/) | 760 ft NE | Sign | New round circle 3' diameter to read "naturalmente bonci dal 2003" | $3,900 | [101069651](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101069651/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [3151 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3151-n-broadway/) | 760 ft NE | Sign | New sign 6' x 4' to read "bonci" | $3,900 | [101069648](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101069648/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [3155 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3155-n-broadway/) | 790 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 rooftop packaged unit(carrier, 48feem08a2a5-0a0a0, rooftop). Electrical work under this permit = yes. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, rooftop. | $25,000 | [B200481754](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481754/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [724 W Briar Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/724-w-briar-pl/) | 580 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 100 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: on steel pedestal in driveway. | $5,200 | [B200507191](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507191/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [634 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/634-w-wellington-ave/) | 560 ft SE | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 3 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Includes repair or replacement of plumbing risers in existing chases. Locations: 2 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), unit 2 and 3. | $3,500 | [B200481625](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481625/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [3101 N Clark St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3101-n-clark-st/) | 640 ft W | Sign | Install a vinyl face sign in an existing monument sign reading "jetset moder pilates" | $500 | [101085551](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085551/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [3101 N Clark St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3101-n-clark-st/) | 640 ft W | Sign | Install a vinyl face sign in an existing monument sign reading "jetset moder pilates" | $500 | [101085550](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085550/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [3101 N Clark St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3101-n-clark-st/) | 640 ft W | Sign | Install a sign reading "jetset modern pilates" | $17,105 | [101085475](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085475/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [621 W Belmont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/621-w-belmont-ave/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install audio. Install data/video. Install intercom. Install lighting. Install other. Specific location: entire home. | $150,000 | [B200476967](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476967/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [3160 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3160-n-broadway/) | 760 ft NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:100993734. Affects: 17 dwelling units; 2 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: entire building. | Not listed | [B200460209](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200460209/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [634 W Oakdale Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/634-w-oakdale-ave/) | 870 ft S | Other | For permit 101035409: replacement general contractor. Replacement electrical contractor. Replacement other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200475719](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475719/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [3030 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3030-n-broadway/) | 610 ft SE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101073877. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: yes. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 5th floor. | Not listed | [B200470060](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470060/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [702 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/702-w-wellington-ave/) | 530 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 150 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: detached garage. | $2,139 | [B200470175](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470175/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [3101 N Clark St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3101-n-clark-st/) | 640 ft W | Alteration or repair | Self cert CBRC 2019: self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alteration to ground floor space for new pilates studio. Work to include demo, new partitions, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC as per plans. (Occupancy b- business, construction type iib) | $50,000 | [101083409](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083409/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [627 W Oakdale Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/627-w-oakdale-ave/) | 970 ft S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: north and south elevation. | $49,000 | [B200472694](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472694/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [3030 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3030-n-broadway/) | 610 ft SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Alter existing system II emergency lighting. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: electrical closet. | $50,022 | [B200472038](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472038/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [3030 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3030-n-broadway/) | 610 ft SE | Other | For permit 101073877: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200471599](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471599/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [3162 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3162-n-broadway/) | 770 ft NE | Sign | Installation of illuminated blade sign at 3162 N broadway, chicago, IL 60657 | $1,500 | [101082879](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082879/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [2932 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2932-n-broadway/) | 960 ft SE | Sign | Install a projection sign on the storefront front location | $1,830 | [101079105](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079105/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [2932 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2932-n-broadway/) | 960 ft SE | Sign | Install a set of internally -illuminated channel letters. On storefront wall. | $5,638 | [101079100](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079100/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [3032 N Clark St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3032-n-clark-st/) | 640 ft SW | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 1; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 0. Affects: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), location: west elevation window. | $2,500 | [B200471658](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471658/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [2949 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2949-n-broadway/) | 880 ft SE | Sign | Installation of branded internally lit channel letters and cabinet | $1,500 | [101068288](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101068288/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [2949 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2949-n-broadway/) | 880 ft SE | Sign | Installation of 1 illuminated blade sign over the public way | $2,500 | [101068287](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101068287/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [620 W Briar Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/620-w-briar-pl/) | 580 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 80 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: exterior masonry. | $4,000 | [B200469643](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469643/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [618 W Briar Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/618-w-briar-pl/) | 590 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 350 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: exterior masonry. | $35,000 | [B200469634](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469634/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [836 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/836-w-wellington-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: emergency room. | $130,436 | [B200513783](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513783/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [533 W Belmont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/533-w-belmont-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 3789 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: top of the building-roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018798. | $79,500 | [B200506976](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506976/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [3156 N Pine Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3156-n-pine-grove-ave/) | 0.25 mi NE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 1874 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: on the roof top of building. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018798. | $42,500 | [B200506971](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506971/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [3205 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3205-n-halsted-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior alteration and front elevation replacement in existing restaurant in 1 story commercial building (occupancy group R-2, type iii-b construction) | $183,810 | [101081372](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081372/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [836 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/836-w-wellington-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 500 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: roof top. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000224. | $112,000 | [B200480583](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480583/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [3200 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3200-n-halsted-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Other | Permit expires on 09/23/2026 erection starts: 8/6/2026, erection ends: 8/9/2026. Self cert. CBC 2019. Reinstatement of 2025 permit 101072175 for the 2026 northalsted market days stages and trusses on aug 7-9, 2026. Set-up is aug 6 and takedown is aug 9, 2026. Same 3-24x20 sl-100 mobile stages with w | $9,000 | [101086313](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086313/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [523 W Belmont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/523-w-belmont-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood deck (non-rooftop) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $27,000 | [B200470655](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470655/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [3215 N Broadway](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/3215-n-broadway/) | 0.21 mi NE | Sign | Single-faced internally led lit sign cabinet on west elevation with translucent acrylic face | $4,000 | [101076959](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076959/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [836 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/836-w-wellington-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | Elevator | Modernization of two(2) 4500lb capacity, 4-floor, 200fpm, passewnger elevators(csp #1-#2), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev007387) | $312,424 | [101084570](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084570/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [836 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/836-w-wellington-ave/) | 0.23 mi SW | Elevator | Modernization of two(2) 6000lb capacity, 4-floor(adding 4-floors), 350fpm, passenger elevators(pe1-pe2), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(100512664) | $745,327 | [101084552](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084552/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [819 W Belmont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/819-w-belmont-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Sign | Installation of blade sign vca | $1,000 | [101080826](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080826/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [819 W Belmont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/819-w-belmont-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Sign | Installation of blade sign vca entrance | $1,000 | [101080825](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080825/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [819 W Belmont Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/819-w-belmont-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Sign | Installation of blade sign vca entrance | $1,000 | [101080824](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080824/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [515 W Wellington Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/515-w-wellington-ave/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: front of the building. | $27,000 | [B200470567](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470567/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

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

- [621 W Barry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/621-w-barry-ave/): newest permit Sep 30, 2026
- [700 W Barry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/700-w-barry-ave/): newest permit Apr 1, 2025
- [716 W Barry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/716-w-barry-ave/): newest permit Aug 7, 2025
- [722 W Barry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/722-w-barry-ave/): newest permit Jun 25, 2025
- [533 W Barry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/533-w-barry-ave/): newest permit Aug 28, 2025
- [524 W Barry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/524-w-barry-ave/): newest permit Feb 24, 2026
- [500 W Barry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/500-w-barry-ave/): newest permit Mar 20, 2025
- [440 W Barry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/440-w-barry-ave/): newest permit Dec 31, 2025
- [421 W Barry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/421-w-barry-ave/): newest permit Jul 28, 2025
- [904 W Barry Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/904-w-barry-ave/): newest permit Jul 27, 2026

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