# Building permits at 9840 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL Three permits on record here. The newest, Feb 18: Alteration to existing attic dormer in 1 story single-family residence. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 12 more permits (10 projects) since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Feb 18, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 CBRC: alteration to existing attic dormer in 1 story single-family residence (occupancy group R-5; type IIIB construction) | $20,000 | [101078463](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101078463/) | | Mar 9, 2023 | Electrical | Repair/replace drywall- electrical must be pulled under separate permit- all work same as existing | $26,000 | [101008364](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101008364/) | | Mar 8, 2023 | Electrical | Install or replace existing panel.repair and replace broken conduit, relocate boxes in drop ceiling, remove bx as needed per code, remove all cloth wire, upgrade outlets and switches, remove electrical in attic that's not required. | $3,500 | [B101008260](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B101008260/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 12 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 6 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 20, 2026 | [9800 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9800-s-ellis-ave/) | 780 ft NE | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 10 kw. Array output: 6.3 kw. Includes 13.5 kwh energy storage system. Location: roof planes of main house. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #18-0817. | $16,970 | [B200506806](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506806/) | | Aug 14, 2026 | [9807 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9807-s-maryland-ave/) | 440 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 5 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 5. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement/exterior. | $2,850 | [B200507442](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507442/) | | Aug 14, 2026 | [9807 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9807-s-maryland-ave/) | 440 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 5 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 5. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: exterior/basement. | $9,500 | [B200507440](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507440/) | | Aug 11, 2026 | [9800 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9800-s-ellis-ave/) | 780 ft NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 100 amp service disconnecting means with 1 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 1. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: main panel - exterior. | $1,500 | [B200506807](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200506807/) | | Jul 30, 2026 | [9753 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9753-s-maryland-ave/) | 610 ft NW | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 5 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 5. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement. | $2,500 | [B200480677](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200480677/) | | Jul 27, 2026 | [9835 S Maryland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9835-s-maryland-ave/) | 260 ft W | Fence, wall or deck | Purpose: new/replacement installation. Vinyl/pvc fence - 6'-0' ' (height) x 66'-0' ' (length). Location: back yard. | $4,613 | [B200479912](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479912/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 6 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 19, 2026 | [9804 S Dobson Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9804-s-dobson-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | Elevator | New installation of one(1) 750lb capacity, vertical platform lift, pursuant to the scope of work plans submitted. | $24,618 | [101087460](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101087460/) | | Aug 17, 2026 | [9804 S Dobson Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9804-s-dobson-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | ADA Modifications: construct a wooden deck, stairs and handrails at the front of the house. | $24,618 | [B200507491](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200507491/) | | Jun 25, 2026 | [9710 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9710-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Add 5 circuits to existing 200 amp service disconnecting means. Receptacle outlets: 5. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement/exterior. | $2,850 | [B200476315](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476315/) | | Jun 25, 2026 | [9710 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9710-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. New permanent 200 amp service disconnecting means with 5 circuits. Receptacle outlets: 5. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: basement/exterior. | $9,500 | [B200476314](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476314/) | | Jun 25, 2026 | [9722 S Ellis Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9722-s-ellis-ave/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Repair or alter devices on existing circuits. Receptacle outlets: 30. Lighting outlets: 38. Specific location: whole house. | $3,000 | [B200476077](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200476077/) | | May 18, 2026 | [9740 S Dobson Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9740-s-dobson-ave/) | 0.23 mi NE | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: steep (>5:12). Inverter output: 6 kw. Array output: 7.38 kw. Location: roof, exterior, electrical panel. Icc distributed generation installer cert. #26-0088. | $20,000 | [B200468339](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200468339/) | ## Zoning requests nearby We don't list zoning cases for Chicago yet. Look them up on the city's Zoning Board of Appeals page: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dcd/zoning-board-of-appeals.html ## More on this street Other addresses on S Drexel Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [9841 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9841-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Nov 16, 2025 - [9234 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9234-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit May 20, 2025 - [9105 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/9105-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Jun 11, 2025 - [8559 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8559-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Jan 20, 2025 - [8540 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8540-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Jun 11, 2025 - [8448 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8448-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Jan 6, 2026 - [8425 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8425-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Feb 20, 2026 - [8414 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8414-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Dec 30, 2025 - [8325 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8325-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit Mar 5, 2026 - [8321 S Drexel Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/8321-s-drexel-ave/): newest permit May 29, 2025 --- Source: Chicago Department of Buildings permit data (https://data.cityofchicago.org/d/ydr8-5enu). 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