# Building permits at 8235 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL Three permits on record here. The newest, Apr 7: Line voltage electrical work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 15 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Apr 7, 2026 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 1. Specific location: bathroom. | $350 | [B200464512](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200464512/) | | Jan 28, 2010 | Alteration or repair | Proposed three story open wood porchexact same size & location | $10,000 | [100312782](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100312782/) | | Jan 13, 2010 | Plumbing | Replace three hot water tanks, run basement water lines, and replace pvc stacks for cast iron all work in basement only. S.A.E. Subject to field inspection | $11,000 | [100326668](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100326668/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 15 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 12 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 23, 2026 | [8145 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8145-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 880 ft NW | 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/) | 780 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace existing rear open wood porch and stairs per plan | $27,300 | [101088646](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088646/) | | Sep 11, 2026 | [8216 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8216-s-maryland-ave/) | 450 ft NW | 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/) | | Aug 4, 2026 | [8332 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8332-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 1,000 ft SW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 10. Lighting outlets: 5. Specific location: unit 3 north. | $1,000 | [B200481326](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200481326/) | | Aug 4, 2026 | [8316 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8316-s-ingleside-ave/) | 540 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: fire damage restoration for unit 3e,3w,4e,4wof existing 4 story multi family residential building. | $80,000 | [101081996](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081996/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [8216 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8216-s-maryland-ave/) | 450 ft NW | 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/) | | Jun 22, 2026 | [8321 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8321-s-ingleside-ave/) | 610 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: replace existing rear open porch as per plan.(occupancy group r5, type IIIA construction) | $8,000 | [101077995](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077995/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [8138 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8138-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 980 ft NW | 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/) | 980 ft NW | 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/) | | May 29, 2026 | [8229 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8229-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 680 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Ductwork extension/reconfiguration, repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 central furnace(in the utility room). Electrical work under this permit = no. Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), utility room. | $7,000 | [B200471633](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471633/) | | May 20, 2026 | [8312 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8312-s-maryland-ave/) | 610 ft SW | Demolition | Emergency wreck and remove a 1 story masonry residence | $12,200 | [B101080927](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101080927/) | | May 11, 2026 | [8200 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8200-s-ingleside-ave/) | 430 ft NE | 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/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 3 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 10, 2026 | [8124 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8124-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | 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 9, 2026 | [936 E 84th Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/936-e-84th-pl/) | 0.24 mi S | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 52'-0' ' (length). Location: front part of the house. | $8,701 | [B200475601](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475601/) | | Jun 16, 2026 | [944 E 84th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/944-e-84th-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Demolition | Emergency wreck and removal of detached masonry garage. Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, emergency demolition of garage | $15,000 | [B200474991](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474991/) | ## 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: - [8222 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8222-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Apr 7, 2026 - [8254 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8254-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Apr 16, 2025 - [8321 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8321-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit May 29, 2025 - [8145 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8145-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Dec 12, 2024 - [8325 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8325-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Mar 5, 2026 - [8118 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8118-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Oct 8, 2024 - [8414 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8414-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Dec 30, 2025 - [8425 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8425-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Feb 20, 2026 - [8038 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8038-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Apr 16, 2025 - [8448 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8448-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Jan 6, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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