# Building permits at 81 E Van Buren St, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $4.5M alteration or repair at 50 E Ida B Wells Dr, permitted Jul 20.

53 permits on record here. The newest, Sep 11: Interior alterations in existing 11-story building on the 7th floor. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 49 more permits (43 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations in existing 11-story building on the 7th floor, inner club room 1871. Minor partition work, doors, ceilings, lighting, millwork, and finishes. Associated electrical, mechanical and plumbing work, as per plans. (Occupancy group r-1, A-2; type 1a construction) | $400,000 | [101086665](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086665/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: 3rd floor kitchen area. | $5,500 | [B200478001](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478001/) |
| Apr 8, 2026 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: exterior of building above fd&c connection. | $1,500 | [B200465349](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200465349/) |
| Apr 8, 2026 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 50 FT., max. Height: 150 FT. Location: mechanical pent house. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200463821](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200463821/) |
| Apr 7, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 100 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: mechanical penthouse. | $61,630 | [B200463656](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200463656/) |
| Apr 9, 2025 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 3, max. Length: 65 FT., max. Height: 115 FT. Location: north elevation. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200420040](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200420040/) |
| Apr 8, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 6000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: south and north facade. | $224,630 | [B200419893](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200419893/) |
| Mar 22, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 6000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: north facade. | $260,732 | [B200009108](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200009108/) |
| Feb 27, 2024 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 4, max. Length: 100 FT., max. Height: 110 FT. Location: north facade. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200009538](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200009538/) |
| Mar 20, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Exterior masonry wall repairs: replace 930 l FT of sealant (no other work), tuckpoint 4050 SQ FT, separate environmental permit for grinding | $118,190 | [101007965](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101007965/) |
| Mar 3, 2023 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect two (2) scaffolds. Dates 03/08/2023 through 03/08/2024 | $111 | [101007406](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101007406/) |
| Jun 17, 2022 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage cctv system | $4,358 | [B100974803](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100974803/) |
| Mar 31, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Masonry repairs to the chicago club:point(4800 sqft)install perimeter sealant around windows(100 lf). | $100,000 | [100964611](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100964611/) |
| Mar 25, 2022 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect two (2) scaffolds. Dates 03/25/2022 through 03/25/2023 | $111 | [100964141](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100964141/) |
| Jan 13, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior alterations in existing 11-story building on the 1st floor main lobby, 1st floor mezzanine, 9th floor dining, kitchen and exterior terrace as per plans. (Occupancy group r-1, A-2; 1a construction type) certified plans corrections: conditional permit subject to field inspectio | $6,541,426 | [100936539](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100936539/) |
| Nov 8, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: modification to existing north & south chimney¿s at the roof to make them functional as per plans. (Occupancy group r-1, A-2; 1a construction type) | $200,000 | [100936646](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100936646/) |
| Nov 3, 2021 | Fire systems | Fire alarm permit alterations to the penthouse/roof level in an existing high ride building. | $4,500 | [B100944830](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100944830/) |
| Aug 23, 2021 | Electrical | Low voltage- adding two card readers to existing access system | Not listed | [B100934732](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100934732/) |
| Jul 2, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior alterations at the 1st floor in exiting 11-story building to the employee access corridor and enclosure of a portion of the exiting loading dock. Minor alterations to existing men¿s and women¿s restrooms as per plans. (Occupancy r-1, A-2; type 1a construction) | $55,000 | [100919817](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100919817/) |
| May 27, 2021 | Fire systems | Fire alarm permit alterations to the 1st floor & 1st floor mezzanine in an existing high rise building. | $4,400 | [B100919811](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100919811/) |
| Mar 24, 2021 | Alteration or repair | All elevations, exterior wall critical exam hands-on façade inspection, tuck-pointing 2000 SQ. FT., Repair/replace 2000 linear FT., repair/replace 200 bricks, repair/replace copings, only | $55,000 | [100913639](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100913639/) |
| Mar 22, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to 1st floor mezzanine, lounge, and 1st floor restrooms in existing 11 story building. (Occupancy group c-2; 1a construction) | $1,631,000 | [100900571](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100900571/) |
| Mar 11, 2021 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect one(1)scaffold from 03/10/2021 to 03/10/22. | Not listed | [100912125](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100912125/) |
| Oct 2, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Interior alterations in existing building to include 1st floor bathroom, and the 4th, 5th, and 7th floor corridors. No plumbing or ventilation on the 4th, 5th, and 7th floors as per plans. | $550,000 | [100879639](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100879639/) |
| Apr 21, 2020 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 1 scaffold 04/22/2020 to 04/22/2021 | Not listed | [100871084](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100871084/) |
| Feb 14, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Close up wall inspection, limited facade repairs at west elevation. | $65,000 | [100804776](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100804776/) |
| Feb 7, 2019 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 1 scaffold 2/1/2019 to 2/1/2020 | Not listed | [100803835](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100803835/) |
| May 29, 2018 | Electrical | Installation of a low voltage access system | $2,682 | [B100760750](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100760750/) |
| Oct 2, 2017 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | All elevations: erect a 2 skyclimber scaffolds from 10/10/2017 to 10/10/2018. | Not listed | [100728824](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100728824/) |
| Oct 2, 2017 | Alteration or repair | South elevation, conduct 100% hand on exterior wall critical exam inspection with minor repairs, only. Subject to field inspections. | Not listed | [100728808](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100728808/) |
| Jan 25, 2017 | Electrical | Installation of a low voltage alarm system | $6,790 | [B100687014](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100687014/) |
| Nov 16, 2015 | Alteration or repair | North elevation only, tuck-point 400 linear FT., repair/replace caulking 200 linear FT., repair/replace concrete 10 SQ. FT. Patching, only | $40,000 | [100624052](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100624052/) |
| Oct 19, 2015 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect a 1 hi-lo scaffold from 10/20/15 to 10/20/16 | Not listed | [100619349](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100619349/) |
| Sep 14, 2015 | Electrical | Installation of a low voltage cctv and card access system | $5,000 | [B100613447](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100613447/) |
| Jul 22, 2015 | Alteration or repair | Installation of partial railing system on the roof of an existing hotel as per plans | $35,000 | [100596697](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100596697/) |
| May 7, 2015 | Plumbing | Plumbing only for hand sink on roof top. | Not listed | [100593784](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100593784/) |
| Oct 22, 2014 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect a 1 scaffold from 10/22/14 to 10/22/15 | Not listed | [100566692](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100566692/) |
| May 22, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Installation of davits/anchors on roof of building as per plans | $75,000 | [100542110](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100542110/) |
| Mar 18, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Replace (3) windows on 8th floor north- all work same as existing | $15,750 | [100530762](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100530762/) |
| Feb 21, 2014 | Electrical | Installation of cctv system | $46,045 | [B100527960](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100527960/) |
| Oct 30, 2013 | Elevator | Install one (1) dumbwaiter elevator 2-stop, 550lb.cap,50 fpm. Pursuant to plans submitted. | $44,630 | [100514472](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100514472/) |
| Oct 9, 2013 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 1 scaffold from 10/9/13 to 10/9/14. | Not listed | [100512643](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100512643/) |
| Jul 9, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Interior alterations to an existing hotel on floors 1, 4, 8 & roof top (9th floor) as per plans certified plans corrections: conditional permit subject to field inspections | $5,000,000 | [100486923](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100486923/) |
| May 3, 2013 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 1 scaffold from 5/3/13 to 5/3/14 | Not listed | [100489118](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100489118/) |
| Jan 22, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Replace two existing 225 ton chillers with two multistack chillers.one 252 ton with four compressors, one 202 ton with three compressors,water cooled, self contained, r410a. Replace associated piping pumps and accessories. The equipment is located in a existing machine room in basement. | Not listed | [100474907](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100474907/) |
| Aug 21, 2012 | Elevator | Modernization of (3) 20 stop traction passenger elevators (#1-3 cars) pursuant to scope of work submitted. All work to be made in compliance with city of chicago elevator code & subject to field inspection by city of chicago elevator bureau. | $545,000 | [100453829](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100453829/) |
| Jun 21, 2012 | Alteration or repair | South elevation west end penthouse, repair\replace 700 SQ. FT. Of brick, flashing and proper sealant only. | $91,900 | [100446178](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100446178/) |
| Jun 13, 2012 | Elevator | Modernization of (4) 9 stop passenger elevator pursuant to scope of work submitted & subject to field inspection by city of chicago elevator bureau. All work to be made in compliance with city of chicago elevator code. | $711,900 | [100444035](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100444035/) |
| Sep 28, 2011 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 1 hi lo scaffold from 09/28/2011 to 09/28/2012. | Not listed | [100412589](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100412589/) |
| Mar 17, 2011 | Alteration or repair | Replace 9 windows on 8th floor (north elevation)- all work same as existing; subject to field inspections | $28,000 | [100377636](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100377636/) |
| Aug 3, 2009 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 1 skyclimber motor scaffold from 08/03/09 to 08/03/10; no work to be performed under this permit (scaffold only) | Not listed | [100304024](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100304024/) |
| Aug 21, 2007 | Fire systems | Installation of high rise voice evacuation system. CK#383551;$925.00. 2Bsmt,1-8, mezz.,attic & 2ph.fls. | Not listed | [B100180223](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100180223/) |
| Mar 23, 2007 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 2 hi lo modual scaffolds from 03/23/07 to 03/23/08 | Not listed | [100169052](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100169052/) |

## 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), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [332 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/332-s-michigan-ave/) | 220 ft N | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 10/1/2026. End date: 10/31/2026. 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 | Not listed | [B200513478](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513478/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [332 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/332-s-michigan-ave/) | 220 ft N | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 9/1/2026. End date: 10/1/2026. 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 | [B200507999](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507999/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [410 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/410-s-michigan-ave/) | 90 ft SE | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 105 FT., max. Height: 135 FT. Location: east elevation and alley. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200509888](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509888/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [332 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/332-s-michigan-ave/) | 220 ft N | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 8/1/2026. End date: 8/31/2026. 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 | [B200479553](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479553/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [332 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/332-s-michigan-ave/) | 220 ft N | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 7/1/2026. End date: 7/31/2026. 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 | [B200475810](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475810/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [430 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/430-s-michigan-ave/) | 240 ft S | Elevator | Door package upgrade on (4) ewgt passenger elevators, cars 1,2, 3 & 6; car 1 & 2: 3000lbs capacity, 10 floors. Car 3: 3000lbs capacity, 12 floors and car 6: 3500lbs capacity, 11 floors. | $683,400 | [101085484](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085484/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [332 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/332-s-michigan-ave/) | 220 ft N | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: business. Start date: 6/1/2026. End date: 7/1/2026. 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 ma | Not listed | [B200471782](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471782/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [430 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/430-s-michigan-ave/) | 240 ft S | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 65020 SQ. FT. Roof covering: built-up roof. Location: roof replacement. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000134. | $2,041,811 | [B200466898](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200466898/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 25 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [1 E Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1-e-jackson-blvd/) | 900 ft NW | Other | Permit expires on 12/05/2026 erection starts: 10/17/2026, erection ends: 10/17/2026. CBC 2019. 2026 Loop arts street fest stage on oct 17, 2026. 1-24X20 mobile stage with wings. Ayre staging | $3,000 | [101089235](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101089235/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [55 E Jackson Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/55-e-jackson-blvd/) | 520 ft NW | Sign | Installation of internally illuminated wall sign to read "potbelly sandwich works" on west elevation, inside the building but viewable from the outside. Sign to be connected to already existing customer leads only - note: background panel is opaque routed and painted aluminum, only letters and logo  | $7,000 | [101086113](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086113/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [400 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-s-state-st/) | 860 ft W | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:b200408838. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 4th & 10th floor. | Not listed | [B200508975](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508975/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [325 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/325-s-michigan-ave/) | 310 ft NE | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: utilty. Start date: 9/1/2026. End date: 10/1/2026. 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 mak | Not listed | [B200509860](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509860/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [325 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/325-s-michigan-ave/) | 310 ft NE | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: utilty. Start date: 8/1/2026. End date: 8/31/2026. 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 mak | Not listed | [B200480281](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480281/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [400 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/400-s-state-st/) | 860 ft W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: 4th and 10th floor. | $10,000 | [B200508838](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508838/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [220 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/220-s-michigan-ave/) | 780 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 700 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 4sq. FT., Excavation = no. Parapet rebuilding: 180 SQ. FT. Location: 9th floor terrace. | $342,575 | [B200477523](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477523/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [425 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/425-s-wabash-ave/) | 390 ft SW | Elevator | Removal of one(1) 750lb capacity vertical wheelchair lift, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev007039) | $14,900 | [101085481](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085481/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [50 E Ida B Wells Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/50-e-ida-b-wells-dr/) | 500 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Scope: installation of paint and wall coverings. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), atrium ceiling. | $4,500,000 | [B200473819](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473819/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [33 E Ida B Wells Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/33-e-ida-b-wells-dr/) | 670 ft SW | Sign | Installation of vinyl sign on east facade applied to interior of glass - sign reads center for student success | $2,500 | [101084868](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084868/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [33 E Ida B Wells Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/33-e-ida-b-wells-dr/) | 670 ft SW | Sign | Installation of vinyl sign on east facade applied to interior of glass - sign reads columbia college chicago | $2,500 | [101084867](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084867/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [325 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/325-s-michigan-ave/) | 310 ft NE | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: utilty. Start date: 7/1/2026. End date: 7/31/2026. 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 mak | Not listed | [B200476714](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476714/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [325 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/325-s-michigan-ave/) | 310 ft NE | Electrical | Electrical maintenance permit. Occupancy: utilty. Start date: 6/1/2026. End date: 7/1/2026. 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 make | Not listed | [B200472612](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472612/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [318 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/318-s-michigan-ave/) | 330 ft N | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: revision to permit #101065947. Alteration of existing exterior window to entry door at first floor facade within existing rough opening; no structural modification. No change of occupancy. Existing and proposed use: A-2 | $40,000 | [101081187](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081187/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [224 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/224-s-michigan-ave/) | 750 ft N | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: 9th and 10th flr. | $9,935 | [B200475542](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475542/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [224 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/224-s-michigan-ave/) | 750 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 8 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 16. Lighting outlets: 2. Specific location: suite 226. | $10,000 | [B200473997](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473997/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [520 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/520-s-michigan-ave/) | 600 ft S | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: replacement / upgrade of existing roof-top cooling towers for existing congress plaza hotel (occupancy group r-1); type 1a construction)self-certification | $1,000,000 | [101081672](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081672/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [224 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/224-s-michigan-ave/) | 750 ft N | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:b200465091. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: yes. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: suite 266. | Not listed | [B200471399](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471399/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [333 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/333-s-wabash-ave/) | 400 ft NW | Elevator | Replacement of hoist cables on one(1) 4000lb capacity, 16-floor, 700fpm, passenger elevator(#22), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev007036) | Not listed | [101083967](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083967/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [333 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/333-s-wabash-ave/) | 400 ft NW | Elevator | Replacement of hoist cables on one(1) 4000lb capacity, 32-floor, 1000fpm, passenger elevator(#1), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev007036) | Not listed | [101083966](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083966/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [243 S Wabash Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/243-s-wabash-ave/) | 680 ft NW | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 1, max. Length: 120 FT., max. Height: 90 FT. Location: all elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200471297](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471297/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [33 E Ida B Wells Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/33-e-ida-b-wells-dr/) | 670 ft SW | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101078579. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: no. Special locking: yes. Monitoring type: none (exempt). Specific location: 1st floor corridor - adult education use. | Not listed | [B200468088](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468088/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [310 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/310-s-michigan-ave/) | 400 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:2 spaces. Specific location: building garage, elec closet area. | $16,455 | [B200470827](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470827/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [200 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/200-s-michigan-ave/) | 950 ft N | Elevator | Replace hoist ropes on eg passenger elevator #5, 3000lbs capacity, 21 floors, subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevbator bureau inspection (ev004324). | $10,000 | [101082477](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082477/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [525 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/525-s-state-st/) | 990 ft SW | Sign | Installation of illuminated wall sign at sugaring NYC - 11 east ida B. Wells drive, chicago, IL 60605 | $1,500 | [101080188](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080188/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 16 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [520 S State St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/520-s-state-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 2 systems : 1 fan coil unit(goodman 3 ton 13 seer r32 with matching coil on roof) 1 duct furnace(goodman 80% 100k btu single stage furnace). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, interior close | $13,837 | [B200513639](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200513639/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [116 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/116-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | Other | For permit 101083346: replacement general contractor. Replacement plumbing contractor. Replacement electrical contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200510891](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510891/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [531 S Plymouth Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/531-s-plymouth-ct/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1250 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: south elevation. | $17,850 | [B200509514](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509514/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [112 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/112-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.25 mi N | Mechanical (HVAC) | Hydronic piping extension/reconfiguration, electrical work under this permit = yes. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), mech penthouse at level 18. | $450,000 | [B200477266](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477266/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [112 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/112-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.25 mi N | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:b200478103. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: 5th floor. | Not listed | [B200481878](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481878/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [112 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/112-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.25 mi N | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101082081. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: city fire alarm box connection. Specific location: basement & 9th floor. | Not listed | [B200476616](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476616/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [280 S Columbus Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/280-s-columbus-dr/) | 0.22 mi NE | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 8000 SQ. FT. Roof covering: metal panels. Location: roof top. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000179. | $1,901,820 | [B200481603](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481603/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [112 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/112-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.25 mi N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 7 circuits to existing 250 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 18. Lighting outlets: 4. Specific location: 5th floor rooms 518 & 518a. | $46,000 | [B200478103](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478103/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [116 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/116-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Self-certification 2019 CBRC: interior alteration of 28,019 square feet of existing office space in an existing high rise office building. The scope includes removal of non-load bearing partitions, lighting, flooring, etc. And the installation of new metal framing drywall partitions, new flooring, n | $4,000,000 | [101083346](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083346/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [301 S Columbus Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/301-s-columbus-dr/) | 0.23 mi NE | Other | Permit expires on 08/26/2026 erection starts: 7/7/2026, erection ends: 7/12/2026. Self cert. CBC2019. 2026 Taste of chicago mobile stage - july 8-12 at grant park. Set-up is july 7 and takedown on july 12, 2026. 1 Sl260 mobile stage with wings. Dcase with technotrix. | $3,000 | [101085097](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085097/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [122 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/122-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.23 mi N | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101082120. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: partial 6th floor. | Not listed | [B200472619](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472619/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [407 S Dearborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/407-s-dearborn-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Elevator | Replacement of hoist cables on one(1) 2500lb capacity, 17-floor, 350fpm, passenger elevator(#1), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev001534) 37 W. Van buren | Not listed | [101084569](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084569/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [112 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/112-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.25 mi N | Alteration or repair | Self-certification 2019 CBRC: interior alteration of existing office space in an existing high rise office building. The scope of work includes minor demolition of non load bearing partitions, doors, flooring, millwork, and lighting. The work also includes reworking the existing, electrical, HVAC, p | $835,000 | [101082081](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082081/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [122 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/122-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing 6th floor conference and office rooms (colleges and universities) to buildout new offices, reception and conference rooms. Scope includes demo and construction of partitions, and mechanical, electrical and plumbing work. No change to existing gro | $180,290 | [101082120](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082120/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [30 E Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/30-e-adams-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 2, max. Length: 135 FT., max. Height: 150 FT. Location: (1) drop per elevation N, S, E, W.. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date this permit is not valid without corresponding cdot public way permit. | Not listed | [B200470573](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470573/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [112 S Michigan Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/112-s-michigan-ave/) | 0.25 mi N | Alteration or repair | Self-certification 2019 CBRC: interior demolition of existing office space in an existing high rise office building. The scope of work includes minor demolition of non load bearing partitions, doors, flooring, millwork, and lighting. The work also includes reworking the existing, electrical, HVAC, p | $69,000 | [101082061](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082061/) |

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## More on this street

Other addresses on E Van Buren St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [132 E Van Buren St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/132-e-van-buren-st/): newest permit Jul 13, 2026

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