# Building permits at 933 E 48th St, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $7M alteration or repair at 4659 S Cottage Grove Ave, permitted May 20.

Three permits on record here. The newest, May 1: Interior alterations for new dwelling unit at 1st fl. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 26 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2026 | 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/) |
| Jun 25, 2024 | Electrical | Remove single gang meter socket and install two game meter socket with 20 circuit panel only. | Not listed | [B101049067](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101049067/) |
| Nov 20, 2023 | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wrought iron fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 8'-0' ' (length). Location: 933 E 48th st. | $12,200 | [B200001606](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200001606/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

26 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/) | 850 ft SW | 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/) | 400 ft SW | 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/) | 540 ft W | 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/) | 980 ft SE | 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/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [824 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/824-e-48th-st/) | 790 ft W | 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/) | 530 ft SE | 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/) | 790 ft W | 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/) | 800 ft W | 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 29, 2026 | [936 E 47th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/936-e-47th-st/) | 740 ft N | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 7700 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: rooftop. IL Roofing contractor license: 104016654. | $25,000 | [B200476057](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476057/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [4746 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4746-s-ellis-ave/) | 280 ft 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/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [4659 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4659-s-drexel-blvd/) | 800 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: east elevation. | $28,500 | [B200473161](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473161/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [4750 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4750-s-drexel-blvd/) | 550 ft W | 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/) | 580 ft E | 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/) | 880 ft S | 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/) | 400 ft SW | 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/) | 550 ft W | 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 18, 2026 | [4730 S Drexel Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4730-s-drexel-blvd/) | 640 ft 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/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [4840 S Greenwood Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4840-s-greenwood-ave/) | 950 ft SE | 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/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | [4624 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4624-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: revision to permit 101077832 for modifications to include adding dishwashers to all units & HVAC modifications to ground floor spaces in an 11-story residential apartment building (105 dwelling units), as per plans. (Occupancy group: R-2 / type 1b construction) consultant reviewer: v3 | $484,030 | [101084215](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084215/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [4624 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4624-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.21 mi N | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 2, max. Length: 46 FT., max. Height: 110 FT. Location: all elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200507675](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507675/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [4659 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4659-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101078580. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: city fire alarm box connection. Specific location: basement through roof. | Not listed | [B200475499](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200475499/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [4620 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4620-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 2 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 2. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: rear of house and garage. | $3,200 | [B200467080](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467080/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [1120 E 48th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1120-e-48th-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 1000lb capacity, 2-floor, 40fpm, residential elevator, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $60,580 | [101085741](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085741/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [816 E 49th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/816-e-49th-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | 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/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [4659 S Cottage Grove Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4659-s-cottage-grove-ave/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC alterations to convert existing 2 story bank to single tenant medical care facility including new masonry trash enclosure (con type 1b fs occ b) interior demo under separate permit 101076386 - electrical service and main switchboard msb-1 not included - to be permitted separately | $7,000,000 | [101078580](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078580/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [4624 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4624-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.21 mi N | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Temporary scaffolding: qty: 4, max. Length: 40 FT., max. Height: 110 FT. Location: all elevations. Permit expiration date: 365 days from permit issued date | Not listed | [B200470631](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470631/) |

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