# Building permits at 7400 S Union Ave, Chicago, IL

Nine permits on record here. The newest, Oct 6, 2025: Spr-2019 CBRC revision to permit 100918146. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 14 more permits (12 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Spr-2019 CBRC revision to permit 100918146. Maonry and lintel repairs, change in mechanical system in two units (occupancy R-2, construction type 3a) | $10,000 | [101065725](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101065725/) |
| Jul 24, 2024 | Other | Change of electrical contractor from original permit# 100918146 to lark king electrical. | Not listed | [B101056084](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101056084/) |
| Aug 13, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of an existing 18 unit building per plans. Architectural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing disciplines involved. Three new 3 story porches shall replace existing porches.alternate code for pvc shall be included in the underground plumbing pipes.. | $200,000 | [100918146](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100918146/) |
| Sep 21, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Self certification- basement joists repair in existing 3 story masonry bldg per plans. | $31,000 | [100773789](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100773789/) |
| Jun 20, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Residential 18 unit 1 bedroom apartment building 3 story repair violations install 6 tubs and 6 showers.the 6 units on 1st floor only. | $10,000 | [100768628](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100768628/) |
| Apr 2, 2018 | Electrical | Correct and repair all electrical violations as noted on notice of violation letter | $600 | [B100754953](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100754953/) |
| Feb 10, 2018 | Electrical | Installation of a new 800 amp main electrical service | $3,000 | [B100746658](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100746658/) |
| Nov 16, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace existing open wood rear porches and stairs as per plans. | $34,560 | [100735215](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100735215/) |
| Apr 27, 2017 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage burglar alarm interior work only # 4022-53537 | $248 | [B100702418](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100702418/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 9 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | [7436 S Parnell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7436-s-parnell-ave/) | 990 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 400 amp service disconnecting means with 10 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: in the basement and first floor. | $10,000 | [B200510608](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510608/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [7436 S Parnell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7436-s-parnell-ave/) | 990 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 10 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: 2nd floor. | $10,000 | [B200510609](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510609/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [7323 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7323-s-halsted-st/) | 730 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: rear of store. | $100 | [B200512438](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512438/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [7317 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7317-s-emerald-ave/) | 560 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: masonry repairs. | $16,500 | [B200478920](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478920/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [7416 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7416-s-emerald-ave/) | 360 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: interior/exterior. | $4,500 | [B200474436](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474436/) |
| Jun 19, 2026 | [7524 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7524-s-emerald-ave/) | 990 ft S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 2 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: outside service. | $3,500 | [B200468771](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468771/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [7400 S Emerald Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7400-s-emerald-ave/) | 330 ft W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 cbc:remodeling and restoration of 5 dwellingunits at existing 2 story multy-family residence | $80,000 | [101078661](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078661/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [7434 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7434-s-union-ave/) | 320 ft S | Alteration or repair | Nonstructural interior replacement of drywall and plumbing in kitchen and bathroom only (no floor plan alterations) (no mechancial work, no electrical work under this permit). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 2nd floor. | $100 | [B200465966](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200465966/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [7434 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7434-s-union-ave/) | 320 ft S | Alteration or repair | Nonstructural interior replacement of drywall and plumbing in kitchen and bathroom only (no floor plan alterations) (no mechancial work, no electrical work under this permit). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1st floor. | $100 | [B200465934](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200465934/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 5 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | [7339 S Peoria St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7339-s-peoria-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Exterior and interior renovation of existing one story, masonry - single family residence. Including new mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems. Replace existing enclosed rear porch in same location with new wood open porch-per plans. | $120,000 | [101084590](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084590/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [7547 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7547-s-union-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 450 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 200 SQ. FT. Location: repair existing masonry. | $1,800 | [B200510235](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510235/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [7547 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7547-s-union-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Repair existing 2 story wood porch to an existing masonry, residential building | $8,000 | [101088119](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088119/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [7512 S Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7512-s-green-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 40 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement, exterior. | $3,450 | [B200472406](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472406/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [7211 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7211-s-union-ave/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 cbc:full building permit for two unit renovation and repair interior of building (occupancy group r5, type VA construction) conditional permit subject to field inspections | $45,000 | [101070375](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101070375/) |

## 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 S Union Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [7407 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7407-s-union-ave/): newest permit Oct 14, 2025
- [7434 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7434-s-union-ave/): newest permit May 7, 2026
- [7336 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7336-s-union-ave/): newest permit Dec 30, 2025
- [7531 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7531-s-union-ave/): newest permit Jun 5, 2025
- [7547 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7547-s-union-ave/): newest permit Sep 9, 2026
- [7244 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7244-s-union-ave/): newest permit Apr 11, 2025
- [7238 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7238-s-union-ave/): newest permit Jun 10, 2025
- [7232 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7232-s-union-ave/): newest permit Jan 6, 2026
- [7211 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7211-s-union-ave/): newest permit May 15, 2026
- [7604 S Union Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7604-s-union-ave/): newest permit Jan 13, 2026

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