# Building permits at 936 E 54th St, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2M alteration or repair at 5437 S University Ave, permitted May 21.

10 permits on record here. The newest, Mar 28, 2025: Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 265 SQ. FT. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 12 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 28, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 265 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: all four elevations. | $23,700 | [B200417232](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200417232/) |
| Nov 30, 2022 | Elevator | Installation of (1) one holeless passenger elevator, 3000lbs capacity @ 120fpm, pursuant to plans submitted and subject to city of chicago dept. Of buildings elevator bureau inspection. | Not listed | [100997895](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100997895/) |
| Oct 21, 2022 | Fire systems | Fire alarm permit add notification devices & elevator recall to an existing fire alarm control system | $8,425 | [B100989188](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100989188/) |
| Aug 29, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC - interior renovation of existing e2 education to provide new elevator serving all floor levels, interior structural modifications and finishes.as per plans certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit | $1,000,000 | [100951026](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100951026/) |
| Jan 19, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Cps school - no change in use - self-cert 2019 CBRC: alterations to existing elementary school for ADA upgrades; and associated site work as per plans (structural peer review) (occupancy group e1; type ii-b construction) | $665,515 | [100922158](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100922158/) |
| Aug 3, 2020 | Fire systems | Fire alarm - upgrading an existing fa system in a chicago public school. B,1-3+attic fls. Fee waived - cps project. | Not listed | [B100883106](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100883106/) |
| Aug 3, 2018 | Electrical | Relocate existing electrical devices to new walls in remodeled bathroom | $4,500 | [B100776022](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100776022/) |
| Jun 19, 2014 | Electrical | Cps: kozminski school 936 E. 54Th street chicago IL 60615 adding electrical 6-20r circuits for new a/c units | $68,581 | [B100545279](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100545279/) |
| Jun 19, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Addition of window a/c units to classrooms and educational spaces | $95,000 | [100544483](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100544483/) |
| Jan 4, 2006 | Electrical | Repair stair exit lights. Monthly electrical permit for electrical repairs, installations and maintenance. | $1,500 | [B100081099](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100081099/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 2026 | [5412 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5412-s-ingleside-ave/) | 240 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Parapet rebuilding: 600 SQ. FT. Location: all elevations. | $55,000 | [B200478797](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200478797/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | [5200 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5200-s-drexel-ave/) | 980 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 50 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 26, MAX. Length 4. Location: north elevations. | $42,440 | [B200508303](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508303/) |
| Aug 9, 2026 | [5418 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5418-s-ellis-ave/) | 390 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Wood fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 16'-0' ' (length). Location: right back side of the house. | $1,417 | [B200506640](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506640/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [5327 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5327-s-drexel-ave/) | 390 ft NW | Roofing | Scope: roof recover. Area: 400 SQ. FT. Roof covering: mineral - surfaced roll roofing. Location: rooftop. IL Roofing contractor license: 104000394. | $8,920 | [B200479799](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479799/) |
| Jul 3, 2026 | [5239 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5239-s-ingleside-ave/) | 590 ft N | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 22'-0' ' x22'-0' '. Gable roof height to peak: 14'-11' '. | $12,000 | [B200473693](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473693/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [5219 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5219-s-drexel-ave/) | 860 ft NW | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 4, location: rear of building). | $60,000 | [B200474855](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474855/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [5217 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5217-s-ingleside-ave/) | 830 ft N | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: construction of new second floor rear addition and terrace and alteration to the existing 2-story with basement single family residence with new first floor deck. Work to included electrical, plumbing, and HVAC (occupancy group R-5; type IIIB construction) conditional permit subject t | $200,000 | [101078116](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078116/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [5444 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5444-s-ingleside-ave/) | 560 ft S | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: low-sloped ( | $37,548 | [B200471217](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471217/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [5465 S Ingleside Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5465-s-ingleside-ave/) | 720 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | Full rebuild (same as existing) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $28,000 | [B200469107](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469107/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 3 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | [5437 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5437-s-university-ave/) | 0.25 mi E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC. Interior alterations to the existing 3 story, 24 du type IIIA masonry building which includes MEP work, exterior improvements and replacing windows, as per architectural plans. | $2,000,000 | [101082165](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082165/) |
| May 16, 2026 | [5200 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5200-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 3. Lighting outlets: 3. Specific location: condo # 117. | $1,000 | [B200470966](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200470966/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [5437 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5437-s-university-ave/) | 0.25 mi E | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBC electrical work only. New 1600 amp electrical service for the existing 3 story 24 dwelling unit building. No architectural or plumbing changes, as per architectural plans. 4025-4041 N Kedvale. | $45,000 | [101080798](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080798/) |

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