# Building permits at 825 E 61st St, Chicago, IL The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1M alteration or repair at 6225 S Drexel Ave, permitted Oct 1. Six permits on record here. The newest, Aug 28: Dds 2019 CBRC: add 4 new residential units at first floor retail space in existing 5 story 56 D.U./retail. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 17 more permits since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 740 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 28, 2026 | Fire systems | Dds 2019 CBRC: add 4 new residential units at first floor retail space in existing 5 story 56 d.u./retail (new total 60 d.u.), entire building sprinklered (occupancy group R-2, s-2 type IIIA construction) consultant reviewer: v3 companies of IL | $180,000 | [101085625](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085625/) | | Jul 26, 2023 | Fire systems | Fire alarm permit installation of a new fire alarm system in a group R-2 occupancy building per CBC 2019. | $62,000 | [B101020884](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101020884/) | | Apr 7, 2023 | Plumbing | Revision to permit#100917408 change plumbing contractor to emerald isle construction inc. | Not listed | [101012009](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101012009/) | | Apr 3, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Traditional developer services 2019 cbrc:revision to existing permit #d20034-01 to revise cast iron waste piping 3'-0" above 2nd floor to pvc, remove existing roof deck, encase electrical service feeder below grade in concrete in existing 5 story 56 d.u./retail building as per plan (occupancy group | $20,000 | [101011231](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101011231/) | | Mar 29, 2023 | Elevator | Installation of one(1) 2500lb capacity, 6-floor, 150fpm, passenger elevator, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $90,068 | [101010844](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101010844/) | | Apr 29, 2021 | New building | Erect new 5 story 56 d.u., 1st floor retail, 21 car garage at 1st floor, exterior 8 parking spaces on concrete pad, one loading berth, decks/balconies at 2nd/3rd/4th floors, rooftop deck, rooftop stair enclosures, elevator penthouse as per plan (occupancy groups R-2, m, type 3a construction) | $6,198,000 | [100917408](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100917408/) | ## 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 | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 10, 2026 | [6114 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6114-s-drexel-ave/) | 170 ft SE | Plumbing | For permit 101000792: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200479873](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479873/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 10 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 1, 2026 | [6225 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6225-s-drexel-ave/) | 920 ft S | Alteration or repair | Renovation of existing apartments including, electrical, & plumbing fixtures. Includes new kitchen and bathroom cabinets, new windows, & flooring. | $1,000,000 | [101073823](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073823/) | | Sep 9, 2026 | [915 E 60th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/915-e-60th-st/) | 740 ft NE | Elevator | Replacemenmt of hoist cables on one(1) 5000lb capacity, 12-floor, passenger elevator(2n), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(10035648) | Not listed | [101088259](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088259/) | | Aug 27, 2026 | [915 E 60th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/915-e-60th-st/) | 740 ft NE | New building | Permit expires on 10/27/2026 erection starts: 9/9/2026, erection ends: 9/11/2026. Self-cert CBC 2019 - reinstatement of 2025 permit 101073405 for the 2026 uc logan arts staff ceremony with the same one 40ft x 70ft assembly dining tent on sept 10, 2026. Setup sept 9 and takedown sept 11, 2026. Blue p | $4,000 | [101087753](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087753/) | | Aug 6, 2026 | [6127 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6127-s-langley-ave/) | 960 ft W | Plumbing | For permit 101067661: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200480152](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480152/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [6111 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6111-s-langley-ave/) | 920 ft W | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 21 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: 3 residential unit(s), 0 | $20,000 | [B200479544](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479544/) | | Jul 16, 2026 | [6147 S Evans Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6147-s-evans-ave/) | 760 ft SW | Alteration or repair | CBC 2019 - R-5 Multi-unit residential building2 story + basementregut/rehab two dwelling units, add 3rd dwelling unit in basementnew plumbing, electrcal, and mechanical throughoutreplace wood beam/ column in basement with steel structure. Erect wood and side and rear of property | $300,000 | [101076522](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076522/) | | Jul 14, 2026 | [6111 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6111-s-langley-ave/) | 920 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: basement. | $4,000 | [B200475077](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475077/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [6111 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6111-s-langley-ave/) | 920 ft W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 350 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: east, north and west elevation. | $3,800 | [B200477342](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477342/) | | Jun 25, 2026 | [6122 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6122-s-ingleside-ave/) | 590 ft E | Other | Reinstate permit no 100930467 must begin work and or request inspection no later than january 2027 on permit no 100930467. Separate admin change require to update contractors | Not listed | [101085266](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085266/) | | May 28, 2026 | [6111 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6111-s-langley-ave/) | 920 ft W | Alteration or repair | Construct new 2-story rear open wood porch. No change in size/location/configuration. (Occupancy group R-5; type IIIA construction) | $22,500 | [101083261](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083261/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 6 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 10, 2026 | [6220 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6220-s-ingleside-ave/) | 0.20 mi SE | Roofing | Scope: roof repair. Area: 3000 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: the roof. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018445. | $20,000 | [B200510291](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510291/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [6118 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6118-s-langley-ave/) | 0.19 mi 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: basement and garage. | $3,075 | [B200510728](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510728/) | | Aug 6, 2026 | [6220 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6220-s-ingleside-ave/) | 0.20 mi SE | New building | Permit expires on 10/06/2026 erection starts: 8/19/2026, erection ends: 8/24/2026. Self cert. CBC 2019 - Two 30ft x 80ft open tents for the akarama foundation event on aug 22, 2026. Setup is aug 19 and takedown is aug 24, 2026. Akarama foundation with ez tent rentals. | $7,000 | [101086941](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086941/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [6123 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/6123-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | 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 EV charger. | $2,000 | [B200477448](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200477448/) | | Jun 23, 2026 | [850 E 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-e-63rd-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Interior alterations to existing (1) story gas station with retail convenience store building. Type iii-b construction. Use - gas station, building is not sprinklered, total area of work 4,130 SQ. FT. | $660,800 | [101082856](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082856/) | | May 22, 2026 | [850 E 63rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-e-63rd-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Sign | 76 Gas station canopy logo - installation | $3,000 | [101078965](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078965/) | ## More on this street Other addresses on E 61st St with permits, nearest house number first: - [803 E 61st St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/803-e-61st-st/): newest permit Jul 18, 2025 - [1007 E 61st St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1007-e-61st-st/): newest permit Feb 4, 2025 - [1015 E 61st St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1015-e-61st-st/): newest permit Feb 3, 2026 - [608 E 61st St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/608-e-61st-st/): newest permit Aug 27, 2026 - [550 E 61st St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/550-e-61st-st/): newest permit Oct 11, 2024 - [501 E 61st St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/501-e-61st-st/): newest permit Jul 30, 2025 - [1156 E 61st St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1156-e-61st-st/): newest permit Nov 18, 2025 - [371 E 61st St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/371-e-61st-st/): newest permit Sep 23, 2026 - [110 E 61st St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/110-e-61st-st/): newest permit Sep 22, 2026 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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