# Alteration or repair permit 101067694 at 159 N Racine Ave, Chicago

Chicago Department of Buildings permit 101067694: issued Jul 6, 2026 for alteration or repair work at 159 N Racine Ave. Spr 2019 CBRC. Existing 4 story building with basement. Revision to permit #101039077 to relocate front (west) stairs and elevator towards the front wall for better access to the entry and minimize disruption to the south basement level unit. This will maintain the masonry stair tower, the new steel stairs and elevator using previously approved details with accessibility to all levels. Relocation of the new back (east) stairs from the north side to the south side of the center demising wall. This will improve the travel distance between elevator and stairs as per plans. Existing occupancy group B. No changes to the existing occupancy. Types iii-a and IV construction.

- Permit number: 101067694
- Issued: Jul 6, 2026
- Type of work: Alteration or repair (city: Permit - renovation/alteration)
- Status: Issued (city: Active)
- Reported cost: $434,000
- ZIP code: 60607 (derived from location)
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