# Building permits at 970 E 58th St, Chicago, IL

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1.9M alteration or repair at 950 E 59th St, permitted May 14.

12 permits on record here. The newest, Sep 28, 2023: Security system work (uofc bookstore dock cam) (cxso230630f). Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 29 more permits (27 projects) since May 1. Seven are for new buildings, the nearest 95 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2023 | Electrical | Security system work (uofc bookstore dock cam) (cxso230630f) | $8,695 | [B101033330](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101033330/) |
| Aug 25, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Self certification: interior renovations to an existing 2-story bookstore as per plans. No mechanical work | $277,000 | [100713862](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100713862/) |
| Jun 8, 2017 | Other | Replace limestone pieces (in-kind,match surrounding). Tuckpoint limestone. 4,000 LN. FT. Rebuild brick wall. 210 SQ. FT. Rebuild brick parapet wall 430 SQ. FT. Sealant replaement-2,000 ln. FT. | $522,263 | [100709735](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100709735/) |
| Feb 8, 2012 | Elevator | Tie in newly installed smoke detector(by others) with elevator control fire recall system 2001 code on 5-stop traction passenger elevator by thyssen krupp. Pursaunt to scope of work submitted and a city of chicago elevator inspection. | $6,090 | [100427489](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100427489/) |
| Nov 2, 2011 | Elevator | Decommision sidewalk lift, weld top lid down, secure all openings, permanently remove power and controller. Pursuant to scope of work and an inspection by the city of chicago department of buildings elevator bureau. | $3,040 | [100417292](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100417292/) |
| Aug 15, 2011 | Elevator | The existing wheelchair lift, located on the north wall by the elevator, will be replaced with a ADA compliant ramp. No plumbing or refrigeration work will be performed.as per plans | $8,000 | [100393690](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100393690/) |
| Sep 20, 2010 | Fire systems | Full installation permit for non-required fire alarm system. No work requiring a building permit. All application and permit fees waived by chicago city council. | $1,675 | [B100360398](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100360398/) |
| Jul 19, 2010 | Alteration or repair | Three existing offices suites will be renovated for the same use. Construction will include new walls, doors, lighting, finishes, furniture, and adjustments to existing MEP systems. | $40,000 | [100341486](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100341486/) |
| Sep 20, 2007 | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of university administration office space per plans. | $157,000 | [100192560](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100192560/) |
| Aug 20, 2007 | Alteration or repair | Interior build out, no plumbing, no refrigeration. | $72,000 | [100195242](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100195242/) |
| Apr 12, 2006 | Elevator | Modernize the passenger elevator as per scope of work (4 stop) | $70,368 | [100107238](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100107238/) |
| Mar 8, 2006 | Electrical | Installation of an elevator recall system in a non-required building. | $10,000 | [B100099114](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100099114/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 3 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2026 | [949 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/949-e-58th-st/) | 140 ft SW | 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 8, 2026 | [5801 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5801-s-ellis-ave/) | 95 ft SE | 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/) | 95 ft SE | 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/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [900 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/900-e-57th-st/) | 900 ft NW | Elevator | Replacement of hoist cables, drive sheave and deflector sheave on one(1) 3500lb capacity, 10-floor, 400fpm, passenger elevator(#1-129), pursuant to the scope of work submitted.(100245870) | $65,000 | [101089117](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101089117/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [5845 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5845-s-ellis-ave/) | 530 ft S | 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 14, 2026 | [950 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/950-e-59th-st/) | 690 ft S | 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/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [929 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/929-e-57th-st/) | 680 ft NW | 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/) | 690 ft E | 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/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [5757 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5757-s-university-ave/) | 960 ft E | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: interior renovation of 1,015 sf office suite within existing 4-story academic building. No structural work. No change to occupancy or egress. Building occupancy: mixed use business (b) and assembly (a3). Type of construction: 2a, fully sprinklered. | $91,000 | [101084179](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084179/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [850 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-e-57th-st/) | 980 ft NW | Sign | Non-illuminated double faced post & panel directional sign; 8 sq/ft; n/w lot location; n/s facing text; uchicago | $500 | [101083247](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083247/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [850 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-e-57th-st/) | 980 ft NW | Sign | Non-illuminated double faced post & panel directional sign; 33 sq/ft; n/e lot location; n/s facing text; uchicago | $1,000 | [101083246](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083246/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [850 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-e-57th-st/) | 980 ft NW | Sign | Non-illuminated double faced post & panel directional sign; 12 sq/ft; east lot location; n/s facing text; uchicago | $1,000 | [101083244](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083244/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [850 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/850-e-57th-st/) | 980 ft NW | Sign | Illuminated double faced monument sign; 81 sq/ft s/e lot location; n/w & s/e facing text; uchicago | $15,000 | [101083240](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101083240/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [5824 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5824-s-ellis-ave/) | 310 ft S | 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 14, 2026 | [950 E 59th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/950-e-59th-st/) | 690 ft S | 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/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [5824 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5824-s-ellis-ave/) | 310 ft S | 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 6, 2026 | [5730 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5730-s-ellis-ave/) | 290 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), 12 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 SE | 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 9, 2026 | [1130 E Midway Plaisance N](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1130-e-midway-plaisance-n/) | 0.23 mi SE | 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/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [5644 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5644-s-drexel-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101040218. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 0 non-residential units. High-rise building: yes. Voice communication: yes. Special locking: yes. Monitoring type: city fire alarm box connection. Specific location: all maglock door locations on ll,1,2,3,4,5 an | Not listed | [B200471773](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471773/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [1131 E 57th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1131-e-57th-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | New building | Permit expires on 10/03/2026 erection starts: 9/15/2026, erection ends: 9/29/2026. Erection starts: 9/15/2026, erection ends: 9/29/2026. Uofc reynolds club - hutchinson courtyardcanopy, reinstate 101073204, 10 day event 9/18/2026- 9/27/26erect one (1), 80'x80' pole tent - canopysetup 9/15/2026- remo | $19,200 | [101086742](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101086742/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [5727 S University Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5727-s-university-ave/) | 0.19 mi E | Grading | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Concrete masonry repair / replacemnt: 10sq. FT., Excavation =. Location: west east and south elevation. | $51,433 | [B200473471](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200473471/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [1130 E Midway Plaisance N](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1130-e-midway-plaisance-n/) | 0.23 mi SE | 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/) | 0.23 mi SE | 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/) | 0.23 mi SE | 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/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [5644 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5644-s-drexel-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: revision to permit # 101061630 to add additional vent piping and enlarge lab processing space on level 2 and reconfigure adjacent phlebotomy lab. Consutltant reviewer: v3 companies of IL | $625,000 | [101080854](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080854/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [5841 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5841-s-maryland-ave/) | 0.20 mi SW | 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 20, 2026 | [5644 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/5644-s-drexel-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Dds 2019 CBRC: revision to core & shell permit # 101050651 to add stair between floors 8 and 8.5. No change to existing a-3, B or i-2 condition 1 occupancies. Construction type IA. | $250,000 | [101080833](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080833/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [1155 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1155-e-58th-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install security. Specific location: 1155 E 58th street. | $110,002 | [B200469426](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200469426/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on E 58th St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [949 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/949-e-58th-st/): newest permit Aug 11, 2026
- [947 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/947-e-58th-st/): newest permit Apr 27, 2026
- [920 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/920-e-58th-st/): newest permit Jun 10, 2025
- [1020 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1020-e-58th-st/): newest permit Jan 28, 2026
- [1024 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1024-e-58th-st/): newest permit Apr 12, 2006
- [1025 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1025-e-58th-st/): newest permit Dec 7, 2025
- [1100 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1100-e-58th-st/): newest permit Mar 24, 2026
- [1101 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1101-e-58th-st/): newest permit Dec 7, 2025
- [1115 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1115-e-58th-st/): newest permit Dec 7, 2025
- [1118 E 58th St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/1118-e-58th-st/): newest permit Jul 15, 2026

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