# Building permits at 950 E 59th St, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1.1M alteration or repair at 929 E 57th St, permitted Jul 29.

35 permits on record here. The newest, Sep 14: Roof replacement. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 18 more permits since May 1. Seven are new buildings, the nearest 660 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2026 | Roofing | Scope: roof replacement. Area: 2500 SQ. FT. Roof covering: other. Location: roof top. IL Roofing contractor license: 104003433. | $226,000 | [B200509093](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509093/) |
| May 14, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: alterations of office space and vacant research lab space to office space on floor 4 in a 7 story university building (occupancy group: B; type i-a construction) | $1,900,000 | [101081418](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101081418/) |
| Apr 28, 2026 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Install temporary 60 kw diesel generator. Receptacle outlets: 0 . Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: midway plaisance field, temporary tent and seating. | $2,000 | [B200467252](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467252/) |
| Apr 23, 2026 | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. 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: m252 suite. | Not listed | [B200465836](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200465836/) |
| Apr 22, 2025 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Install temporary 30 kw diesel generator. Receptacle outlets: 0 . Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: (rgg) west and east midway plaisance. | $1,500 | [B200421864](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200421864/) |
| Apr 11, 2025 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Repair/replacement affecting 1 systems : 1 chiller(trane cgam100f2 rooftop) . Electrical work under this permit = yes . Locations: 0 residential unit(s), 1 non-residential unit(s), exterior work, working on rooftop to replace existing chiller. | $450,000 | [B200407714](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200407714/) |
| Apr 22, 2024 | Electrical | Temporary wiring to facilitate 2024 university of chicago graduation/ diploma ceremony. | $1,000 | [B101049266](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101049266/) |
| Jul 20, 2021 | Elevator | Modernization of one (1) 4500lb.cap, 3-floor, 95 fpm, freight elevator # 19. Pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev001849) | $256,890 | [100931769](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100931769/) |
| Jul 20, 2021 | Elevator | Modernization of one (1) 4500lb.cap, 2-floor, 95 fpm, hydraulic passenger elevator # 13. Pursuant to the scope of work submitted. | $256,890 | [100931764](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100931764/) |
| Oct 1, 2019 | Fire systems | Modify an existing class-ii fa system on 4th fl (p). CK#22440;$600.00. | Not listed | [B100841766](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100841766/) |
| Sep 4, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Renovation/remodel of existing space on the fourth floor of the billings building. Work to include demoliton of existing interior space and construction of new interior space.**certified plan corrections** | $400,000 | [100838963](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100838963/) |
| Jan 19, 2019 | Electrical | Install 24 strand fiber, 60a circuit and underground conduit on property | $50,000 | [B100801682](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100801682/) |
| Feb 2, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Self-cert: expand ductwork from an existing ahu located on the 4th floor. Remove old radiators and install new radiant heat piping. Project includes some minor non-structural alterations of existing offices, new finishes to include acoustical ceilings, light fixtures, doors and hardware. No refriger | $750,000 | [100745863](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100745863/) |
| Oct 17, 2017 | Electrical | Revision to permit #100723995 to change electrical contractor to canino electric | Not listed | [B100731320](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100731320/) |
| Oct 17, 2017 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Revision to permit #100723995 to change ventilation & refrigeration contractor of record to mccauley mechanical construction, inc. | Not listed | [100731328](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100731328/) |
| Sep 13, 2017 | Electrical | Change of electrical contractor for original permit # 100723995 | Not listed | [B100725645](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100725645/) |
| Sep 1, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Self-cert: 2,500 sf interior office renovation on the 2nd floor with new mechanical system- self certification, no sitework, no structural work. | $600,000 | [100723995](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100723995/) |
| Apr 28, 2016 | Alteration or repair | 2700 Sf interior renovations to convert laboratory space to office space. **Certified plan corrections - subject to field inspection** | $800,000 | [100647145](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100647145/) |
| Jun 25, 2015 | Alteration or repair | Project converts an existing cardiovascular suite and radiology suite, both institutional occupancies, into offices which is a business use occupancy. The remainder of the 5th floor is currently a business occupancy. 13,895 SQ. FT. 950 E 59TH. | $2,816,871 | [100601800](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100601800/) |
| Dec 9, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Interior alterations to existing food service area on basement level 3,364 SQ. FT. To include equipment relocation and finish upgrades per plans - billings cafeteria- self-certification - conditional approval - subject to field inspection and audit - 950 E 59th street. | $400,900 | [100573553](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100573553/) |
| Sep 10, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Interior buildout of 15,600 sf of an existing 4th floor. **Self-certification project - conditional permit: subject to audit & field inspections** | $3,200,000 | [100535791](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100535791/) |
| Aug 20, 2014 | Other | All elevations, remove and reconstruct 160lf masonry, remove/salvage/reset 960sf limestone, r/r 13000 bricks at various locations. All work sae. | $37,013 | [100556435](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100556435/) |
| Aug 11, 2014 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 4 scaffolds from 8/11/14 to 8/11/15 | Not listed | [100554886](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100554886/) |
| Mar 11, 2014 | Alteration or repair | **Self-cert project** - interior demolition of approximately 16,930 square feet on the 4th floor of an existing building. (Subject to audit & field inspection) | $477,000 | [100522889](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100522889/) |
| Jan 8, 2014 | Fire systems | Tenant buildout on all floors (p). CK#15536;$500.00. | Not listed | [B100510993](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100510993/) |
| Sep 11, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Renovation of 3300 sf of office space. | $800,000 | [100508330](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100508330/) |
| Apr 27, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Interior alterations to approx. 430 S.F. Autopsy room in existing albert merritt billings hospital building. Alterations include: new autopsy table, replaced hand washing sink, casework, modified lighting and HVAC per plans. | $100,000 | [100423472](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100423472/) |
| Jan 25, 2012 | Alteration or repair | The scope of work is comprised of the renovation of lab and office space for new office spaces and new toilet on the 4th floor. | $1,200,000 | [100425703](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100425703/) |
| Jan 20, 2010 | Electrical | Install 150 amp circuit and rework existing circuits | $4,900 | [B100327430](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100327430/) |
| Oct 16, 2009 | Alteration or repair | Interior alterations to existing university training lab as per plans | $250,000 | [100301448](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100301448/) |
| Jul 7, 2007 | Electrical | Install secondary fire pump feeder from existing generator as per plans. | $70,000 | [B100155018](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100155018/) |
| Jun 11, 2007 | Alteration or repair | Interior office suite renovation | $175,000 | [100157687](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100157687/) |
| Oct 3, 2006 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect (1) scaffold from 10/9/06 to 10/8/06 | Not listed | [100140731](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100140731/) |
| Jun 2, 2006 | Scaffold or sidewalk shed | Erect 6 scaffolds from 6/3/06 to 6/3/07. | Not listed | [100116305](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100116305/) |
| Jun 2, 2006 | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and repairs of limestone facade. Replacement in kind. | $169,396 | [100116302](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100116302/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 10 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2026 | [5845 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5845-s-ellis-ave/) | 290 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 100 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: west and east elevations. | $51,328 | [B200510807](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510807/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [915 E 60th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/915-e-60th-st/) | 890 ft SW | 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/) | 890 ft SW | 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 11, 2026 | [949 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/949-e-58th-st/) | 590 ft N | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station . Specific location: 1st floor. | Not listed | [B200474510](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200474510/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [5824 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5824-s-ellis-ave/) | 390 ft NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: repair existing system. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station . Specific location: e4 office. | Not listed | [B200469680](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469680/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [5841 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5841-s-maryland-ave/) | 780 ft W | Elevator | Modernization of two(2) 4000lb capacity, 7-floor, passenger elevators(#33,#34), pursuant to the scope of work submitted. | $526,325 | [101083771](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083771/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [5824 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5824-s-ellis-ave/) | 390 ft NE | Fire systems | Fire alarm: modification of existing system. Associated building permit:b200460138. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 1 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station . Specific location: 4th floor - suite 1420. | Not listed | [B200462938](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200462938/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [5801 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5801-s-ellis-ave/) | 660 ft N | New building | Permit expires on 07/08/2026 erection starts: 5/27/2026, erection ends: 6/10/2026. 2026 Uofc convocation large tenttents- peer review- self cert- 1 day event 6/6/2026 nine (9) structures- two ganged structures, ganged structure one- two (2) 10x50 frame, one (1) 20x40 frame, two (2) 20x180 (6mx24m) s | $63,600 | [101082783](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082783/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [5801 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5801-s-ellis-ave/) | 660 ft N | New building | Permit expires on 07/07/2026 erection starts: 5/27/2026, erection ends: 6/10/2026. 2026 Uofc convocation small tent structurestent/platform/structure- self cert- 1 day event 6/6/2026forty (41) structures- two (2) 15x30 frame, one (1) 20x40 frame, three (3) 20x60 frame, three (3) 20x80 frame, two (2) | $113,013 | [101082782](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082782/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [5730 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5730-s-ellis-ave/) | 970 ft N | Elevator | Replacement of power unit on one(1) 7000lb capacity, 5-floor, 25fpm, passenger elevator(service #4), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev001840) | $94,000 | [101083202](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083202/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | [5848 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5848-s-university-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Install temporary 60 kw diesel generator. Receptacle outlets: 0 . Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: temporary tent for special event. | $2,000 | [B200511297](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511297/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [1111 E 60th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1111-e-60th-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 2 circuits to existing 600 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 1 . Lighting outlets: 0. Electric vehicle supply equipment:4 spaces. Specific location: universtiy of chicago parking judd lot parking.. | $40,740 | [B200476445](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476445/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [1130 E Midway Plaisance N](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1130-e-midway-plaisance-n/) | 0.19 mi E | New building | Permit expires on 11/09/2026 erection starts: 9/26/2026, erection ends: 9/27/2026. CBC 2019. Reinstatement of 2025 permit 101074048 for the 2026 hyde park jazz fest stages at the midway plaisance on sept 26-27 2026. Same 2-24x20 sl-100 mobile stages with wings. Csem. | $5,000 | [101088237](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101088237/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [929 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/929-e-57th-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Self cert 2019 CBRC: interior alterations to existing sub basement research lab and lab support space. (1B construction. B-business use) | $1,050,422 | [101084409](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084409/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [1118 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1118-e-58th-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Elevator | Modernization of one(1) 2250lb capacity, 5-floor, 125fpm, passenger elevator(eckhart), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(ev014050) | $783,432 | [101085971](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085971/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [1130 E Midway Plaisance N](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1130-e-midway-plaisance-n/) | 0.19 mi E | New building | Permit expires on 08/04/2026 erection starts: 6/15/2026, erection ends: 6/19/2026. C3 presents - obama center opening viewing partystructures- peer review- one day event 6/18/2026erect eight (8) structures, one (1) 88x44x60 video wall box truss structure, one (1) 20x8x18 video platform ring lock str | $52,000 | [101084051](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084051/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [1130 E Midway Plaisance N](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1130-e-midway-plaisance-n/) | 0.19 mi E | New building | Permit expires on 08/02/2026 erection starts: 6/16/2023, erection ends: 6/18/2023. Proem - obama center opening viewing partytents - peer review- one day event 6/18/2026erect two (2) 10x40 (3mx12m) one adjacent to each permitted (3mx36m) structuressetup 6/16/2026, remove 6/18/2026assembly | $2,400 | [101084182](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084182/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [1130 E Midway Plaisance N](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1130-e-midway-plaisance-n/) | 0.19 mi E | New building | Permit expires on 07/28/2026 erection starts: 6/18/2026, erection ends: 6/18/2026. Proem - obama center opening viewing partytents - peer review- one day event 6/18/2026erect six (6) structures, two (2) 10x120 (3mx36m) structure, two (2) 20x40 frame, one (1) 30x60 (9mx18m) structure ganged w/ 20x20  | $18,600 | [101084052](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084052/) |

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