# Building permits at 709 W Belden Ave, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1M alteration or repair at 638 W Arlington Pl, permitted Jul 1.

Three permits on record here. The newest, Mar 24: Skinq: painted wall sign (w beldon ave elevation) - 2'-3" h x 6'-3" W (14 SQ ft). Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 45 more permits since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 590 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 2026 | Sign | Skinq: painted wall sign (w beldon ave elevation) - 2'-3" h x 6'-3" W (14 SQ ft) | $3,000 | [101080874](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080874/) |
| Jun 25, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Repair/replace two sinks, drywall, flooring, millwork and counter (change in occupany to food and beverage retail sales no change in capacity) | $31,000 | [100928508](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100928508/) |
| Jan 17, 2020 | Electrical | Upgrade service from 100 amp single meter to 200 amp 3 phase meter for the existing commercial space on the ground floor as well add duplex outlets & lights | $1,000 | [B100858913](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100858913/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [2258 N Orchard St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2258-n-orchard-st/) | 70 ft E | 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/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [2316 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2316-n-lincoln-ave/) | 160 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/) | 70 ft E | 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/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [2319 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2319-n-lincoln-ave/) | 220 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/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 21 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [2222 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2222-n-halsted-st/) | 690 ft SW | 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/) | 520 ft E | 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 17, 2026 | [2408 N Burling St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2408-n-burling-st/) | 860 ft N | Alteration or repair | Parapet rebuilding: 218 SQ. FT. Location: south and west elevations. | $24,000 | [B200511919](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511919/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [2358 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2358-n-lincoln-ave/) | 620 ft 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/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [2244 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2244-n-halsted-st/) | 610 ft W | 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 27, 2026 | [2225 N Dayton St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2225-n-dayton-st/) | 910 ft SW | 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 21, 2026 | [635 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/635-w-belden-ave/) | 370 ft E | 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/) | 710 ft SW | 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/) | 690 ft SW | 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/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [549 W Grant Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/549-w-grant-pl/) | 960 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/) | 950 ft E | 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 20, 2026 | [746 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/746-w-webster-ave/) | 710 ft SW | 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 8, 2026 | [2251 N Geneva Ter](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2251-n-geneva-ter/) | 810 ft E | 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 8, 2026 | [2400 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2400-n-lincoln-ave/) | 930 ft NW | Other | Permit expires on 09/08/2026 erection starts: 7/23/2026, erection ends: 7/26/2026. CBC 2019. Reinstatement of 2021 permit 100931616 for the 2026 taste of lincoln street festival stage. Same 1-24x20 sl-100 mobile stage with wings. Csem | $3,000 | [101085634](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085634/) |
| Jul 3, 2026 | [2244 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2244-n-halsted-st/) | 610 ft W | 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/) | 730 ft E | 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 12, 2026 | [2323 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2323-n-halsted-st/) | 590 ft 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 11, 2026 | [2249 N Lincoln Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2249-n-lincoln-ave/) | 430 ft SE | 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 9, 2026 | [800 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/800-w-belden-ave/) | 570 ft W | 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 | [841 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/841-w-belden-ave/) | 990 ft W | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to electrical and plumbing at kitchen and bathrooms.locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), kitchen and bathrooms. | $350,000 | [B200471391](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471391/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [648 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/648-w-webster-ave/) | 630 ft SE | 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/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 20 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [854 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/854-w-belden-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 5; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 0. Affects: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), location: first and second floor windows. | $14,000 | [B200511782](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511782/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [600 W Fullerton Pkwy](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/600-w-fullerton-pkwy/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 0; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 1. Affects: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), location: main front door. | $43,500 | [B200511246](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511246/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [540 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/540-w-webster-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | 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/) | 0.24 mi S | 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 11, 2026 | [853 W Chalmers Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/853-w-chalmers-pl/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | In-kind replacement of exterior windows and doors in existing openings. Replacement windows: 2; replacement skylights: 0; replacement doors: 0. Affects: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), location: 2nd floor. | $5,745 | [B200508005](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508005/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [2438 N Burling St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2438-n-burling-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Demolition | Complex demolition: wrfeck and remove a 2 story masonry residence and a detached frame garage | $20,000 | [B101083731](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101083731/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [2430 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2430-n-halsted-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC. Interior partial demolition of an existing office space on floors one, four, and five of an existing five story commercial building. There is no change in use and no change in occupancy. (Occupancy group B, construction type 1b) | $44,483 | [101086081](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086081/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [837 W Fullerton Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/837-w-fullerton-ave/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior alteration to first and second floors of existing three-story townhouse dwelling with basement. Includes renovations to kitchen, bathrooms, bedroom, and a new primary suite bathroom all work as per plans (occupancy group R-2; type IIIA construction) certified corrections subj | $250,000 | [101082868](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082868/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [531 W Grant Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/531-w-grant-pl/) | 0.22 mi 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/) | 0.19 mi 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 27, 2026 | [545 W Grant Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/545-w-grant-pl/) | 0.19 mi 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 24, 2026 | [638 W Arlington Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/638-w-arlington-pl/) | 0.23 mi N | Other | For permit 101082062: replacement general contractor. Replacement electrical contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200477822](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477822/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [2248 N Fremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2248-n-fremont-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 3800 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: the roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104.01826. | $57,752 | [B200477615](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477615/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [533 W Grant Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/533-w-grant-pl/) | 0.21 mi 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 8, 2026 | [616 W Arlington Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/616-w-arlington-pl/) | 0.25 mi NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101072836. Affects: 36 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: bsmt fl, 1st fl, 2nd fl, 3rd fl, 4th fl. | Not listed | [B200475923](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475923/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [638 W Arlington Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/638-w-arlington-pl/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBC: interior renovation of an existing 3 story masonry building w/ basement to 6 units in bldg. (Occupancy rm-5; construction type iiia) | $1,000,000 | [101082062](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082062/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [842 W Webster Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/842-w-webster-ave/) | 0.22 mi SW | 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 5, 2026 | [2118 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2118-n-halsted-st/) | 0.23 mi 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 19, 2026 | [2219 N Fremont St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2219-n-fremont-st/) | 0.23 mi W | New building | Sc 2019 cbc- full permit for new walls (new yard) for existing residence at 2215 N fremont (existing R-5 occupancy group and existing type IIIB construction) all work per plans. | $100,000 | [101081307](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081307/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [2118 N Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2118-n-halsted-st/) | 0.23 mi 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/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

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

- [759 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/759-w-belden-ave/): newest permit May 14, 2025
- [635 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/635-w-belden-ave/): newest permit Aug 21, 2026
- [622 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/622-w-belden-ave/): newest permit Sep 22, 2026
- [800 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/800-w-belden-ave/): newest permit Jun 9, 2026
- [804 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/804-w-belden-ave/): newest permit Mar 5, 2026
- [601 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/601-w-belden-ave/): newest permit Oct 21, 2024
- [819 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/819-w-belden-ave/): newest permit Nov 19, 2024
- [835 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/835-w-belden-ave/): newest permit Dec 13, 2024
- [841 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/841-w-belden-ave/): newest permit Jun 9, 2026
- [850 W Belden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-w-belden-ave/): newest permit Apr 18, 2025

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