# Building permits at 815 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL

23 permits on record here. The newest, Oct 20, 2025: Perform city of chicago 2017 phase II mandate and also repair fire service on one(1) 2500lb capacity. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 17 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2025 | Elevator | Perform city of chicago 2017 phase II mandate and also repair fire service on one(1) 2500lb capacity, 5-floor, 200fpm, passenger elevator(lobby), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev008208) | $14,000 | [101075423](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101075423/) |
| Jan 23, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Scope of work: existing wireless communications facility. T-mobile site number: ch92061d. Remove (6) existing antennas and replace with (6) antennas. All work is to be done within the existing lease area. Electrical permit:100995123. Previous permit: 100802760 | $35,000 | [101001286](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101001286/) |
| Dec 22, 2022 | Electrical | -Replacement of (6) existing antennas with (6) new antennas -replacement of (6) existing antennas with (3) new radios -installation of new system modules -installation of new router and voltage booster inside the existing equipment rack -installation of new (2) fiber junction boxes & (1) fiber and p | $30,000 | [B100995123](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100995123/) |
| Mar 2, 2022 | Electrical | Furnish and install a new 150amp, 240v 3ph, 3w line from the electrical closet to the elevator control panel | $27,000 | [B100960844](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100960844/) |
| Aug 6, 2021 | Fire systems | Non required fire alarm electrical permit for elevator re-call system | $2,200 | [B100934226](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100934226/) |
| Feb 18, 2021 | Elevator | Replacement of hoist cables on one(1) 2500lb capacity, 5-floor, passenger elevator, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev008208) #1 passenger | $15,000 | [100909366](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100909366/) |
| Jan 29, 2021 | Other | Decommissioning of a wireless site (removal of obsolete antennas, equipment, mounts and cabinets only-no removal of mono-poles/towers or any structural components). T-mobile to remove former clearwire equipment from the site (id:ch52xc418).no new equipment. | $12,000 | [100906607](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100906607/) |
| Jan 21, 2021 | Electrical | Removal of wireless equipment | $12,000 | [B100900179](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100900179/) |
| Dec 7, 2020 | Electrical | Code violation repairs docket #20bt02878a (relocate elevator disconnect and add fuses) | $1,200 | [B100901968](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100901968/) |
| Nov 9, 2020 | Elevator | Decommisioning of (1) one dumbwaiter. Pursuant to scope of work submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection (ev008208). | $2,790 | [100898499](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100898499/) |
| Nov 9, 2020 | Elevator | Decommissioning of freight elevator "rear west", 2500lbs capacity, 2 stops (ev008208). | $2,790 | [100898495](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100898495/) |
| Jul 10, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Addition of six (6) new antennas and related radio equipment on existing rooftop. Addition of four (4) new cabinets and ancillary equipment in 4th floor interior. No changes to existing use. T-mobile site ch92061d. | $50,000 | [100802760](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100802760/) |
| Jul 6, 2016 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace three existing york rooftop units with three carrier rooftop units, one 15 ton and two 10 ton, self contained, air cooled, r410a. | Not listed | [100658395](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100658395/) |
| Jul 6, 2016 | Other | Replace 3 roof top units | Not listed | [100658389](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100658389/) |
| Apr 20, 2015 | Alteration or repair | Masonry repairs for grinding/tuckpointing only to exterior walls and parapet. Work on north and east elevations. All work sae and to address violations. | $15,000 | [100590924](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100590924/) |
| Oct 24, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Replace/swap (3) antennas and (3) radios with associated cables- one per sector on existing sprint telecommunication facility at building roof top level as per plans. No change in height. Sprint site #il-chi5701. Electrical permit #100565462 | $10,000 | [100565655](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100565655/) |
| Oct 16, 2014 | Electrical | Swap out old antennas and radios with new units on existing cell site il-chi5701 | $12,500 | [B100565462](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100565462/) |
| Oct 6, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Electric work to include providing new switchgear, re-connecting all the existing equipment to the new switchgear location. New feed from comed to the new switchgear location. Structural work to include new vestibule and stair in basement. | $189,000 | [100549474](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100549474/) |
| Jul 11, 2013 | Electrical | Tcl will be replacing the 1200 amp switch gear which accepts the com ed power drop and distributes that power to adjacent panels in this office building. We will increase the wire size to 600 mcm. The ground will be 250 mcm in 1 1/4" conduit to the water. | $75,000 | [B100496718](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100496718/) |
| Mar 17, 2011 | Alteration or repair | South elevation: repairs to fire escape | $5,950 | [100385312](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100385312/) |
| Dec 6, 2010 | Alteration or repair | Install 3 new antennas on an existing rooftop wireless communications site as per plans | $15,000 | [100370566](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100370566/) |
| May 26, 2010 | Electrical | Installation of low voltage cables for telephones 7 locations team englewood floor 2 n1435673895 | $350 | [B100345100](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100345100/) |
| Feb 15, 2006 | Sign | Elevation facing 63rd street no lites 386732 | Not listed | [100096308](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100096308/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2026 | [6301 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6301-s-halsted-st/) | 230 ft E | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101078198. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: city fire alarm box connection. Specific location: 2nd floor. | Not listed | [B200479986](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479986/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [937 W 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/937-w-63rd-st/) | 850 ft W | Other | Reinstate permit#101051753 inspection must be scheduled by april 2027 | Not listed | [101089247](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101089247/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [6401 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6401-s-halsted-st/) | 690 ft S | Other | Permit expires on 11/09/2026 erection starts: 9/11/2026, erection ends: 9/12/2026. Englewood music festivalmobile stage - 1 day event (9/12/2026) erect one (1) stageline mobile stage sl260 32x24 with 8x8 sr, sl wingserect 9/11/2026- remove 9/12/2026assembly | $10,000 | [101088236](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088236/) |
| Sep 7, 2026 | [6400 S Peoria St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6400-s-peoria-st/) | 830 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 450 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: east and north elevations of the building. | $12,000 | [B200510031](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510031/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [900 W 63rd Pkwy](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/900-w-63rd-pkwy/) | 890 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 50 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: building exterior. | $8,500 | [B200479196](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479196/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [6335 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6335-s-halsted-st/) | 410 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 ibrc- alteration to 2 existing college class rooms, 1,500 sq.ft. On the 2nd floor of existing 2 story college building. Displays for teaching methods only in a higher education building, occupancy group B, type 1-b construction, architectural, electrical only, no change to plumbing or | $75,000 | [101082119](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082119/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [6332 S Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6332-s-green-st/) | 390 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: outside close to driveway entrance. | $750 | [B200472638](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472638/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [6401 S Halsted St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6401-s-halsted-st/) | 690 ft S | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: city fire alarm box connection. Specific location: entire building. | Not listed | [B200456623](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200456623/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [747 W 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/747-w-63rd-st/) | 260 ft E | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: city fire alarm box connection. Specific location: entire building. | Not listed | [B200455365](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200455365/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [6327 S Morgan St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6327-s-morgan-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Vinyl/pvc fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 36'-0' ' (length). Chain link fence - 4'-0' ' (height) x 32'-0' ' (length). Location: side & rear yard. | $6,636 | [B200512774](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512774/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [6133 S Peoria St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6133-s-peoria-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 crbc renovating an existing 2 story masory multi-unit residential building. Repairing deck and stairs at the existing enclosed rear wood porch. Installing new MEP systems throughout. Erecting a new wood framed two car garage. (3A construction and R-5 use) | $250,000 | [101080837](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080837/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [6221 S Morgan St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6221-s-morgan-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: two flat total renovation, removal of un-permitted 3rd fl dormer. New roof framing and roofing, repairs to rear and front porch, new mep's throughout per plans and details. (Type VA construction). | $76,800 | [101077646](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077646/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [6327 S Morgan St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6327-s-morgan-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 20 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 2. Specific location: backyard service and basement. | $1,500 | [B200476200](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476200/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [6332 S Morgan St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6332-s-morgan-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC. Interior remodeling, deconvert basement apartment into a original use and replace existing rear wood porch and erect a new frame garage 20x20 to existing 2 story brick building as per plans. (Type IIIA occupancy R-5 | $35,500 | [101074538](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101074538/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [648 W 62nd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/648-w-62nd-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Demolition | Emergency wreck and remove a 2 story frame multi unit residence | $18,800 | [B101082215](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101082215/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [6426 S Sangamon St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6426-s-sangamon-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC interior alterations and renovations of an existing 3 story, 2 dwelling units residence with basement. Basement conversion to 3rd dwelling unit. Certified plan corrections. | $120,000 | [101073861](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073861/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [6126 S Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6126-s-green-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBC. Existing 2 story masonry 2 flat. Gut rehab of exist. 1St and 2nd floors.. Duplex existing 1st floor unit with existing basement. New drywall, framing, MEP. Replace existing 2 story rear open wood porch, same size as previous. All work per approved architectural plans. Occup type R-5 (2  | $120,000 | [101082172](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082172/) |

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## More on this street

Other addresses on W 63rd St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [850 W 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-w-63rd-st/): newest permit Nov 28, 2025
- [747 W 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/747-w-63rd-st/): newest permit May 18, 2026
- [740 W 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/740-w-63rd-st/): newest permit Feb 11, 2026
- [937 W 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/937-w-63rd-st/): newest permit Oct 2, 2026
- [641 W 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/641-w-63rd-st/): newest permit Jan 28, 2026
- [1022 W 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1022-w-63rd-st/): newest permit May 13, 2025
- [1116 W 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1116-w-63rd-st/): newest permit Jun 22, 2026
- [1151 W 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1151-w-63rd-st/): newest permit Mar 9, 2026
- [1207 W 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1207-w-63rd-st/): newest permit Aug 31, 2021
- [1213 W 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1213-w-63rd-st/): newest permit Jan 22, 2025

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