# Building permits at 7440 S Phillips Ave, Chicago, IL The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2M alteration or repair at 7500 S Exchange Ave, permitted Aug 20. Three permits on record here. The newest, Jan 7, 2011: Hot water heater (replacement only): qty 1. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 33 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Jan 7, 2011 | Plumbing | Hot water heater (replacement only): qty 1 | $5,000 | [100378204](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100378204/) | | Dec 8, 2010 | Electrical | Replace all missing light fixtures, receptacles, switches and gfci's on all 21 apartments. | $9,000 | [B100375415](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100375415/) | | Oct 6, 2010 | Alteration or repair | Rebuild 3 open porches per plan | $28,500 | [100366287](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100366287/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 33 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### Next door (under 250 ft), 6 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Jun 12, 2026 | [2451 E 74th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2451-e-74th-pl/) | 150 ft NE | Demolition | Emergency wreck and remove a 2 story frame multi residence | $16,700 | [B101083125](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101083125/) | | May 19, 2026 | [2422 E 75th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2422-e-75th-st/) | 230 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: basement- outside- inside. | $2,000 | [B200470141](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470141/) | | May 15, 2026 | [2445 E 74th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2445-e-74th-pl/) | 90 ft NE | Other | Change of owner for permit 101022567. New owner listed on this permit. | Not listed | [B200470858](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470858/) | | May 8, 2026 | [2422 E 75th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2422-e-75th-st/) | 230 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 300 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: exterior masonry wall - north, south, east and wes. | $3,100 | [B200467733](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467733/) | | May 5, 2026 | [2445 E 74th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2445-e-74th-pl/) | 90 ft NE | Other | Reinstate permit no 101022567 must begin work and or request inspection no later than july 2026 on permit no 101022567. Separate admin change required to update contractors. | Not listed | [101083134](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083134/) | | May 1, 2026 | [2422 E 75th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2422-e-75th-st/) | 230 ft SW | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood exterior stairway (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). Landing: 10 square feet. Landing not more than 6 feet above ground. | $8,000 | [B200466436](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200466436/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 10 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 5, 2026 | [2401 E 75th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2401-e-75th-st/) | 460 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Parapet rebuilding: 90 SQ. FT. Location: parapet wall. | $10,000 | [B200510433](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510433/) | | Oct 4, 2026 | [7539 S Yates Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7539-s-yates-blvd/) | 730 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 40 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 15. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: basement and all three units. | $6,000 | [B200512476](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512476/) | | Sep 14, 2026 | [7608 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7608-s-phillips-ave/) | 990 ft S | Alteration or repair | Renovations required in response to violations (conservation complaint #11644532) at an existing three-story, six dwelling unit, single-use, residential structure and three-story rear yard stairs and deck area. New six-car parking pad, six bicycle parking spots, and new metal fencing. No mechanical | $150,000 | [101083517](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083517/) | | Sep 9, 2026 | [2453 E 75th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2453-e-75th-st/) | 310 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior patching of drywall ceiling and interior door replacement (in-kind) in an existing office within an existing 1st floor commercial space ((no floor plan alterations) (no electrical work, no plumbing work or no mechanical work under this permiit). Locations: 1 residential | $1,200 | [B200481515](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481515/) | | Aug 12, 2026 | [7440 S Oglesby Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7440-s-oglesby-ave/) | 770 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 1 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:1 spaces. Specific location: garage, basement. | $2,440 | [B200506620](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506620/) | | Aug 5, 2026 | [7436 S Oglesby Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7436-s-oglesby-ave/) | 770 ft W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 3.69 kw. Includes 15 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of detached structure. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $7,011 | [B200480617](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480617/) | | Aug 5, 2026 | [7436 S Oglesby Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7436-s-oglesby-ave/) | 770 ft W | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 8.61 kw. Includes 15 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of main building. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $21,359 | [B200480613](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480613/) | | Jul 30, 2026 | [7436 S Oglesby Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7436-s-oglesby-ave/) | 770 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. | $1,500 | [B200480637](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480637/) | | Jul 29, 2026 | [2401 E 75th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2401-e-75th-st/) | 460 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Install system II emergency lighting. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: within the 17 residential unit and common area. | $4,000 | [B200478059](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478059/) | | Jul 2, 2026 | [2401 E 75th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2401-e-75th-st/) | 460 ft SW | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 51 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Repair or in-kind replacement of hot water heater(s). Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 17 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), apartments. | $75,000 | [B200476668](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476668/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 17 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 24, 2026 | [7550 S Oglesby Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7550-s-oglesby-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 0.92 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: rooftop. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #23-0672. | $11,730 | [B200511466](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511466/) | | Sep 24, 2026 | [7550 S Oglesby Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7550-s-oglesby-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: sloped (2:12 to 5:12). Inverter output: 11.5 kw. Array output: 6.9 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: rooftop. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #23-0672. | $11,730 | [B200511447](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511447/) | | Sep 23, 2026 | [2250 E 75th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2250-e-75th-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Other | Alteration of existing communication equipment. Alteration of 0 boxes and equipment on 1 towers / structures. Location: existing wireless communication facility. | $35,000 | [B200478987](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478987/) | | Sep 10, 2026 | [2600 E 76th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2600-e-76th-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: legalize unpermitted work. Vinyl/pvc fence - 5'-5' ' (height) x 20'-0' ' (length). Location: rear (west side of property). | $100 | [B200511123](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511123/) | | Aug 21, 2026 | [7344 S Crandon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7344-s-crandon-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2600 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: flat roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104003460. | $38,000 | [B200481935](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481935/) | | Aug 20, 2026 | [7500 S Exchange Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7500-s-exchange-ave/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | Direct developer services 2019 CBC - existing 2 story mixed-use building. Interior alteration to existing 1st floor retail space and 2nd floor office space conversion to 14 new residential units. Add new egress deck and stairs, 22 parking spaces, masonry trash enclosure and site work per plans.type | $2,000,000 | [101080002](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080002/) | | Aug 11, 2026 | [7618 S Yates Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7618-s-yates-blvd/) | 0.22 mi S | Other | For permit 101050442: replacement general contractor. Replacement electrical contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. Change of owner for permit 101050442. New owner listed on this permit. | Not listed | [B200475748](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475748/) | | Jul 29, 2026 | [7333 S Crandon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7333-s-crandon-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 2 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement. | $2,800 | [B200480509](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480509/) | | Jul 24, 2026 | [2604 E 74th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/2604-e-74th-pl/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: interior renovation of existing 3 story brick multi-unit building. New du at basement for a total of 3du. New rear wood open porch. Mechanical, electrical & plumbing per plans. | $140,428 | [101079337](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079337/) | | Jul 16, 2026 | [7626 S Yates Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7626-s-yates-blvd/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Complete interior remodel of an existing single family residence including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. New stair to basement. | $70,000 | [101082096](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082096/) | | Jul 3, 2026 | [7251 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7251-s-phillips-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to replace kitchen and bathroom cabinets, appliances, and fixtures. Repair/replace drywall and floor finishes. Plumbing and electrical. Existing electrical panel to remain (no mechanical work). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 7251 | $25,000 | [B200476176](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476176/) | | Jun 25, 2026 | [7618 S Yates Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7618-s-yates-blvd/) | 0.22 mi S | Other | Reinstate permit no 101050442 must begin work and or request inspection no later than october 2026 on permit no 101050442 | Not listed | [101085259](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085259/) | | Jun 23, 2026 | [7524 S Colfax Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7524-s-colfax-ave/) | 0.19 mi SE | Other | For permit 101063715: replacement general contractor. Replacement electrical contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. Replacement other contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. Change of owner for permit 101063715. New owner listed on t | Not listed | [B200474706](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474706/) | | Jun 17, 2026 | [7251 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7251-s-phillips-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to existing kitchen and bathroom, electrical, plumbing, repair drywall and new finishes. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 7251 S phillips ave - unit 7255-2b. | $35,000 | [B200470979](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470979/) | | Jun 8, 2026 | [7621 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7621-s-phillips-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 30 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 30. Lighting outlets: 15. Specific location: 2nd floor and front stair common area. | $12,000 | [B200472746](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472746/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [7527 S Colfax Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7527-s-colfax-ave/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior work: repair front interior stairway (grade to 1st floor) per building violations dated 9-17-2025. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas | $5,000 | [B200472076](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472076/) | | May 28, 2026 | [7251 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7251-s-phillips-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | Other | Reinstate permit no 101040260 must begin work and or request inspection no later than august 2026 on permit no 10140260. Separate admin change require to update contractors and owner if necessary. | Not listed | [101084083](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084083/) | ## 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 Phillips Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [7350 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7350-s-phillips-ave/): newest permit Oct 8, 2025 - [7344 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7344-s-phillips-ave/): newest permit Mar 25, 2026 - [7536 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7536-s-phillips-ave/): newest permit May 8, 2025 - [7544 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7544-s-phillips-ave/): newest permit Oct 9, 2025 - [7332 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7332-s-phillips-ave/): newest permit Jan 5, 2025 - [7601 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7601-s-phillips-ave/): newest permit Oct 29, 2024 - [7608 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7608-s-phillips-ave/): newest permit Sep 14, 2026 - [7621 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7621-s-phillips-ave/): newest permit Jun 8, 2026 - [7251 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7251-s-phillips-ave/): newest permit Jul 3, 2026 - [7700 S Phillips Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7700-s-phillips-ave/): newest permit Aug 10, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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