# Building permits at 8038 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $577,602 alteration or repair at 1048 E 81st St, permitted Aug 13. Three permits on record here. The newest, Apr 16, 2025: Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open). Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 27 more permits (26 projects) since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Apr 16, 2025 | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 2, location: south side of building). | $3,000 | [B200419381](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200419381/) | | Jan 17, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Correct masonry violations. All work same as existing. No structural work. All work subject to fields inspections. | $1,800 | [100743747](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100743747/) | | Sep 15, 2017 | Electrical | Replace/repair outlets, switches and light fixtures | $6,000 | [B100726137](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100726137/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 27 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 16 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 30, 2026 | [8007 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8007-s-maryland-ave/) | 420 ft NW | Demolition | Emergency wreck and remove a 2 story masonry multi unit residence | $49,900 | [B101085891](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101085891/) | | Sep 30, 2026 | [8007 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8007-s-maryland-ave/) | 420 ft NW | Demolition | Emergency wreck and remove a 2 story masonry multi unit residence | $49,900 | [101085891](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085891/) | | Sep 23, 2026 | [8145 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8145-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 940 ft SW | Alteration or repair | 2019 CBRC Self-cert interior alterations of former flower shop at first floor and basement of existing 2-story plus basement masonry building for new nail salon (personal services) and micro-blading (body art) at first floor. Work includes interior non-structural demolition, installation of 2 access | $150,000 | [101088226](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088226/) | | Sep 21, 2026 | [8134 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8134-s-maryland-ave/) | 710 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace existing rear open wood porch and stairs per plan | $27,300 | [101088646](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088646/) | | Aug 14, 2026 | [8022 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8022-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 700 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 2. Specific location: garage. | $100 | [B200507292](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507292/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [8124 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8124-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 850 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 4. Lighting outlets: 4. Specific location: garage. | $100 | [B200506855](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506855/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [8000 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8000-s-maryland-ave/) | 520 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Alter existing system III emergency lighting. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement and public area. | $7,500 | [B200478721](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478721/) | | Jul 9, 2026 | [7943 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7943-s-drexel-ave/) | 630 ft N | Other | Reinstate permit no 101068170 must begin work and or request inpsections no later than october 2026 on permit no 101068170 | Not listed | [101085771](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085771/) | | Jun 8, 2026 | [8007 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8007-s-ingleside-ave/) | 530 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC existing 2-story, 2-unit brick bldg w/basement. Complete interior remodel, exterior work for new windows and new roof structure per plans | $135,000 | [101080008](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080008/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [8138 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8138-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 950 ft SW | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 800 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: rooffing. IL Roofing contractor license: 104017730. | $2,500 | [B200473265](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473265/) | | Jun 4, 2026 | [8138 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8138-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 950 ft SW | Roofing | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 80 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: front and side work. | $3,000 | [B200472875](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472875/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [8015 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8015-s-drexel-ave/) | 260 ft N | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 20 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Repair or in-kind replacement of hot water heater(s). Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Includes repair or replacement of plumbing risers in existing chases. Locations: 6 residential unit(s), 0 | $16,000 | [B200471122](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471122/) | | May 19, 2026 | [8032 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8032-s-ingleside-ave/) | 340 ft E | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: building facade, tuckpointing. | $10,000 | [B200469550](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469550/) | | May 14, 2026 | [8017 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8017-s-ingleside-ave/) | 470 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 300 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: north and west elevation. | $3,200 | [B200470635](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470635/) | | May 11, 2026 | [8200 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8200-s-ingleside-ave/) | 1,000 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood exterior stairway (quantity: 3, location: rear of building). | $10,000 | [B200468502](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468502/) | | May 5, 2026 | [7945 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7945-s-drexel-ave/) | 610 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: front facade, rear brick wall. | $10,000 | [B200468772](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468772/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 11 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 11, 2026 | [8216 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8216-s-maryland-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 19'-0' ' x18'-0' '. Gable roof height to peak: 12'-0' '. | $12,000 | [B200509903](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509903/) | | Sep 3, 2026 | [804 E 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/804-e-79th-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 8. Lighting outlets: 8. Specific location: retail space. | $5,000 | [B200509974](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509974/) | | Sep 1, 2026 | [8008 S Dobson Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8008-s-dobson-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | Demolition | Scope: wreck and remove detached brick garage (no replacement). Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, wreck and remove detached brick garage at rear. | $7,300 | [B200507026](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507026/) | | Aug 20, 2026 | [935 E 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/935-e-79th-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 8. Lighting outlets: 6. Specific location: grocery store inside and outside rear. | $4,000 | [B200508133](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508133/) | | Aug 13, 2026 | [1048 E 81st St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1048-e-81st-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: the proposed work consists of the construction and installation of EV chargers with associated utilities: new 600a service, new lv panelboard, new cmss comms cabinet, new 120kw EV chargers (3 total), new 60kw EV chargers (8 total). Maintenance contract required. (Occupancy group u; co | $577,602 | [101080510](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080510/) | | Aug 12, 2026 | [935 E 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/935-e-79th-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 4 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), bathroom. | $5,000 | [B200506910](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506910/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [8216 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8216-s-maryland-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Fence, wall or deck | Repair (26% to 50%) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $7,500 | [B200469986](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469986/) | | May 20, 2026 | [8013 S Dobson Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8013-s-dobson-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $20,000 | [B200470607](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470607/) | | May 19, 2026 | [8116 S Evans Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8116-s-evans-ave/) | 0.21 mi SW | Fence, wall or deck | Limited repair (25% or less) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $3,500 | [B200470940](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470940/) | | May 13, 2026 | [8035 S Dobson Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8035-s-dobson-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | Other | Reinstate permit no 101035886 must begin work and or request inspection no later than august 2026 on permit no 101035886. Separate admin change require to update gencon | Not listed | [101083456](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083456/) | | May 6, 2026 | [808 E 79th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/808-e-79th-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 2. Specific location: store interior. | $150 | [B200469357](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469357/) | ## 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 Drexel Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [8015 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8015-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Jun 1, 2026 - [8118 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8118-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Oct 8, 2024 - [7947 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7947-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Dec 23, 2025 - [7945 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7945-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit May 5, 2026 - [7943 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7943-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit May 7, 2025 - [8145 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8145-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Dec 12, 2024 - [7901 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7901-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Oct 17, 2024 - [7900 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/7900-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Mar 7, 2025 - [8222 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8222-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Apr 7, 2026 - [8235 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8235-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Apr 7, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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