# Building permits at 925 E 49th St, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2.8M alteration or repair at 4935 S Greenwood Ave, permitted Jun 22.

Two permits on record here. The newest, Apr 9: Sc 2019 CBRC: interior alterations at kitchen and bathrooms to include MEP work and a new rear wood deck for. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 24 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Sc 2019 CBRC: interior alterations at kitchen and bathrooms to include MEP work and a new rear wood deck for the existing 2 story single family type IIIA masonry residence, as per architectural plans. R5 occupancy classification | $180,000 | [101079695](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101079695/) |
| Oct 13, 2022 | Electrical | Installing electric vehicle charger in garage. | $3,599 | [B100992153](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100992153/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 18 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [4900 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4900-s-drexel-blvd/) | 460 ft W | 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/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [4825 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4825-s-drexel-blvd/) | 490 ft NW | 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/) | 750 ft NW | 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 6, 2026 | [1050 E 49th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1050-e-49th-st/) | 860 ft E | Roofing | Scope: roof recover. Area: 800 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: roof replacement only no work on metal. IL Roofing contractor license: 104018217. | $12,000 | [B200478379](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478379/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [5019 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5019-s-drexel-blvd/) | 880 ft S | 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 22, 2026 | [4845 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4845-s-ellis-ave/) | 410 ft NE | 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 10, 2026 | [825 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/825-e-48th-st/) | 990 ft NW | 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 25, 2026 | [816 E 49th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/816-e-49th-st/) | 810 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/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [4746 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4746-s-ellis-ave/) | 900 ft N | 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/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [4750 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4750-s-drexel-blvd/) | 940 ft NW | 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/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [1030 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1030-e-48th-st/) | 990 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC: interior remodeling and aterations, new rear frame 2 car detached garage, new metal 6' height fencing to an existing 3 story brick single family house with basement as per plans. Work to address open building code violations and stop work order - inspection #14400338. | $185,000 | [101073202](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101073202/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [4917 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4917-s-drexel-blvd/) | 290 ft SW | 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/) | 490 ft NW | 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/) | 680 ft NW | 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/) | 840 ft SW | 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/) | 840 ft SW | 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 | [4840 S Greenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4840-s-greenwood-ave/) | 970 ft E | Elevator | Installation of (1) one residential passenger elevator, 1000lbs capacity @ 40fpm, 4 floors, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | $54,763 | [101082846](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082846/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [933 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/933-e-48th-st/) | 670 ft N | 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), 6 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/) | 0.21 mi 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/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [824 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/824-e-48th-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | 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 27, 2026 | [5015 S Greenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5015-s-greenwood-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations of an existing 2 story masonry detached single family building, including electrical, HVAC, and plumbing work. No change to exterior.(occupancy group R-5; type IIIA construction) | $475,000 | [101082755](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082755/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [824 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/824-e-48th-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | 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/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [4935 S Greenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4935-s-greenwood-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC; exterior repair of existing 3 story single family residence. Work includes tuckpointing of all existing brick with selective brick replacement. Caulking & sealing, trim & existing fascia replacement & repair, existing window frame repair and refurbishment and existing iron grate, remo | $2,800,000 | [101080376](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080376/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [4730 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4730-s-drexel-blvd/) | 0.21 mi NW | 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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