# Building permits at 835 E 49th St, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: an $11M alteration or repair at 810 E Hyde Park Blvd, permitted Sep 17.

One permit on record here. The newest, Apr 7, 2025: Nonstructural interior alteration to include replacement of plumbing fixtures. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 26 more permits since May 1. Three are for new buildings, the nearest 0.20 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 7, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to include replacement of plumbing fixtures, patch and replace drywall, tile, replace electrical fixtures, switches, outlets, gfcis.locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 835 3 49th st. APT 3. | $15,867 | [B200419365](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200419365/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [4900 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4900-s-drexel-blvd/) | 130 ft E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Alter existing system III emergency lighting. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basements, stairways. | $180,000 | [B200512946](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512946/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [816 E 49th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/816-e-49th-st/) | 230 ft W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: west&east-masonry repairs cornice, joints, chimney. | $14,300 | [B200474869](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474869/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 2026 | [4949 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4949-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 620 ft SW | Elevator | Complete modernization of (2) two ewgt passenger elevators. Car 1: 2000lbs capacity, 8 floors and car 2: 4000lbs capacity, 8 stops, pursuant to scope of work submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection (ev001362). | $52,038 | [101088058](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088058/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [4825 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4825-s-drexel-blvd/) | 550 ft NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:101063789. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 15 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: elev lbys on each flr and elev mach | Not listed | [B200473679](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473679/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [4808 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4808-s-drexel-blvd/) | 600 ft N | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior remodeling only of 1st & 2nd floors and add a roof deck. (OCC. GRP. R-2; Const'n type iii-b) | $10,000 | [101085594](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085594/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [5019 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5019-s-drexel-blvd/) | 910 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 50 SQ. FT. Location: west side exterior brick wall. | $14,500 | [B200480192](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480192/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [824 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/824-e-48th-st/) | 750 ft N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 24 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 20. Lighting outlets: 50. Specific location: 2nd floor, main floor, basement, and garage. | $1,000 | [B200479341](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479341/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [4845 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4845-s-ellis-ave/) | 970 ft E | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 1000lb capacity, 2-floor, 40fpm, residential elevator, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $59,140 | [101085985](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085985/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [824 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/824-e-48th-st/) | 750 ft N | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior renovation and proposed rear open deck at existing 2 story single family residence. (Occupancy R-5; construction type iiia) certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $45,000 | [101076651](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101076651/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [825 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/825-e-48th-st/) | 680 ft N | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior remodeling only of 1st & 2nd floors and remove existing enclosed porch and roof deck. (OCC. GRP. R-2; Const'n type iii-b) | $60,000 | [101084490](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084490/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [4750 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4750-s-drexel-blvd/) | 830 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 2200 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: around the house. | $22,800 | [B200475760](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475760/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [4917 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4917-s-drexel-blvd/) | 380 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Direct developer services. 2019 CBC. Revisions to permit #101063790. Existing 12 story, 59 dwelling unit building. Revisions include interior common area minor layout changes and added mini split system at first floor accessory leasing office, revision to faucet model at leasing office restroom, rem | $80,000 | [101079617](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079617/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [4825 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4825-s-drexel-blvd/) | 550 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Direct developer services. 2019 CBC. Revisions to permit #101063789. Existing 15 story, 77 dwelling unit building. Interior common area ground floor revisions include removal of the new counter top workstation at the office center, adding new outlets at office center, minor adjustments to lighting p | $125,000 | [101079616](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079616/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [4816 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4816-s-drexel-blvd/) | 520 ft N | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 250 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: side exterior wall. | $20,000 | [B200469013](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469013/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [834 E 50th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/834-e-50th-st/) | 580 ft S | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: alteration for roof replacement of existing elementary school and site modifications for accessibility. Occupancy group e-1, construction type ii-b. | $2,685,000 | [101078645](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078645/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [834 E 50th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/834-e-50th-st/) | 580 ft S | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: main entry and mdf rm. | $36,000 | [B200467945](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467945/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [933 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/933-e-48th-st/) | 940 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: interior alterations for new dwelling unit at 1st fl. Of an existing 2-story with no basement masonry building w/ 2nd floor du (nic), to convert to a new two-flat use, MEP as per plans. (Construction type IIIA, occupancy: r5) | $100,000 | [101080678](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080678/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 9 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [810 E Hyde Park Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/810-e-hyde-park-blvd/) | 0.24 mi S | Elevator | Modernization of one(1) 4000lb capacity, 9-floor, and one(1) 2000lb capacity, 9-floor, passenger elevators, pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev002807) | $658,170 | [101089124](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101089124/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [810 E Hyde Park Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/810-e-hyde-park-blvd/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC. Renovation of the sunnydale commons apartments consists of one hundred four (104) senior living apartments located within one (1) existing 9-story building. Work will include interior renovations to the apartments, common area amenity spaces, and leasing office, in addition to miscell | $10,600,000 | [101081675](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081675/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [4853 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4853-s-langley-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | New building | Spr 2019 CBC: new 3 story 3 dwelling units building with detached 2 car garage and 1 outdoor parking space as per plans ( occupancy group R-5, construction type 5a) certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $400,000 | [101084030](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084030/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [4849 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4849-s-langley-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | New building | Spr 2019 CBC: new 3 story 3 dwelling units building with detached 2 car garage and 1 outdoor parking space as per plans ( occupancy group R-5, construction type 5a) certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $400,000 | [101084029](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084029/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [4847 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4847-s-langley-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | New building | Spr 2019 CBC: new 3 story 3 dwelling units building with detached 2 car garage and 1 outdoor parking space as per plans ( occupancy group R-5, construction type 5a) certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $400,000 | [101084028](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084028/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [4928 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4928-s-langley-ave/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 7. Lighting outlets: 5. Specific location: unit 209 only. | $1,200 | [B200478455](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478455/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [4746 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4746-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 6, MAX. Length 6. Location: masonry walls. | $15,900 | [B200475951](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475951/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [663 E 50th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/663-e-50th-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: renovation to an existing 3 story 3 dwelling unit building w/basementinterior alterations and installation of new interior finishesupgrades to mechanical electrical and plumbing systems(occupancy group r5; type IIIA construction) | $225,000 | [101083063](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083063/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [4730 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4730-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.20 mi N | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2600 SQ. FT. Roof covering: asphalt shingles. Location: on the roof of the house. IL Roofing contractor license: 104020510. | $28,000 | [B200470920](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470920/) |

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