# Building permits at 3911 John Ave, Cleveland, OH The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $509,544 new building at 1768 W 38th St, permitted Sep 4. One permit here in the last two years. The newest, Nov 27, 2024: Install 154 LF of 4' tall ornamental fence and gate and 68 LF of 6' tall ornamental fence and gate. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 42 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 440 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Nov 27, 2024 | Fence, wall or deck | Install 154 LF of 4' tall ornamental fence and gate and 68 LF of 6' tall ornamental fence and gate per plans approved by Landmarks and the Building Dept. Height of fence cannot exceed distance from fence line to neighbor's house. Finished side must face neighbors and street. Remove debris. Inspector | $14,796 | [B24032479](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/B24032479/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 42 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### Next door (under 250 ft), 4 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 18, 2026 | [3914 Whitman Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3914-whitman-ave/) | 200 ft SE | Plumbing | Install 20 lin. FT. Storm and/or san. Sewer building permit no brb26-033659 | $11,781 | [BRP26-039726](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRP26-039726/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [3914 Whitman Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3914-whitman-ave/) | 200 ft SE | Plumbing | Install 15 lin. FT. Storm and/or san. Sewer building permit no brb26-033659 | $3,000 | [BRP26-038385](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRP26-038385/) | | Aug 18, 2026 | [3914 Whitman Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3914-whitman-ave/) | 200 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Make ext alt waterproof around the perimiter to prevent water penetration. No struct changes remove debris sep plumb permit reqd | $15,637 | [BRB26-033659](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRB26-033659/) | | Jul 7, 2026 | [3922 Whitman Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3922-whitman-ave/) | 210 ft S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 1 air conditioning unit cannot be installed on any required side yard | $5,876 | [BRH26-015774](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRH26-015774/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 24 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 5, 2026 | [1768 W 38th St](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1768-w-38th-st/) | 440 ft NE | Plumbing | Install 4 water closet/toilet, 3 bathtub or shower, 5 lavatory sink, 1 sink, 1 floor drain, 1 hot water heater, 1 washing machine box, 150 lin. FT. Drain, waste, vent piping, 50 lin. FT. Storm and/or san. Sewer, 300 lin. FT. Water distribution piping building permit no brb26-036731 | $3,500 | [BRP26-042298](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRP26-042298/) | | Sep 25, 2026 | [3209 Whitman Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3209-whitman-ave/) | 820 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 1 furnace, 1 air conditioning unit cannot be installed on any required side yard | $14,000 | [BRH26-041516](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRH26-041516/) | | Sep 21, 2026 | [4222 Whitman Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4222-whitman-ave/) | 720 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Tear off existing roof; inspect sheathing (replace if needed). Install ice guard (24'' over heated livable space), synthetic felt underlayment, drip edge, flashing, and ventilation (as needed). Reroof. Remove debris. | $34,595 | [BRB26-039981](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRB26-039981/) | | Sep 15, 2026 | [3303 Woodbine Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3303-woodbine-ave/) | 700 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 1 air conditioning unit cannot be installed on any required side yard | $6,600 | [BRH26-033652](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRH26-033652/) | | Sep 11, 2026 | [1870 W 44th St](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1870-w-44th-st/) | 730 ft W | Alteration or repair | Make int. Alt.: infill 88sf of dbl height space opening w/ floor framing to enclose upper floor living space; remove existing knee wall per approved scope of work document and field inspections. No sep. MEP Permits or c/o required homeowners permit property owner must be on site for all inspections | $5,000 | [BRB26-038723](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRB26-038723/) | | Sep 8, 2026 | [4200 Bridge Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4200-bridge-ave/) | 830 ft S | Other | Property needs to be boarded 3 standard sized windows 1 front window 2 leftside windows 1 standard sized door 1 rear door | Not listed | [B26038506](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/B26038506/) | | Sep 4, 2026 | [1768 W 38th St](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1768-w-38th-st/) | 440 ft NE | New building | Continuation of Work Started Under B25032088. Construction of an new two story, single family residence with basement, and a detached two car garage PER APPROVED PLANS. Work to meet rco and city code. Sep m/e/p / 6" dia conn / sidewalks / streets / permits reqd. Smoke & co alarms reqd. C of o reqd. | $509,544 | [BRB26-036731](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRB26-036731/) | | Aug 10, 2026 | [1775 Randall Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1775-randall-rd/) | 350 ft SW | Electrical | SERVICE UPGRADE ONLY: new electrical service and main panel upgrade to 200AMP | $9,500 | [BRE26-033517](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRE26-033517/) | | Jul 30, 2026 | [3138 Woodbine Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3138-woodbine-ave/) | 940 ft E | Roofing | Remove existing roof and install new roof per approved plans. | $14,500 | [BRB26-031934](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRB26-031934/) | | Jul 29, 2026 | [3820 Bridge Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3820-bridge-ave/) | 530 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Install 92 linear FT of 6' high shadowbox fence in the interior side yard and 22 linear FT of 4' hgh tall spaced picket in the actual front yard per approved plans and landmarks approval. Height of fence cannot exceed distance from fence line to neighbor's house. Finished side must face neighbors an | $4,992 | [BRB26-030884](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRB26-030884/) | | Jul 28, 2026 | [1740 W 38th St 1](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1740-w-38th-st-1/) | 510 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 1 furncae, 1 air conditioning unit cannot be installed on any required side yard | $18,409 | [BRH26-030800](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRH26-030800/) | | Jul 28, 2026 | [1748 W 38th St 1](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1748-w-38th-st-1/) | 490 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 1 furnace, 1 air conditioning unit cannot be installed on any required side yard | $17,136 | [BRH26-030795](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRH26-030795/) | | Jul 10, 2026 | [1799 W 44th St](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1799-w-44th-st/) | 690 ft NW | Demolition | Raze garage remove all debris to partially correct v25040267 dated: 12/15/2025 | $5,600 | [BRB26-028435](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRB26-028435/) | | Jul 10, 2026 | [1908 W 44th St](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1908-w-44th-st/) | 950 ft SW | Other | Property needs to be boarded 1 standard sized window 1 rightside window (re-secure) | Not listed | [B26028515](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/B26028515/) | | Jun 29, 2026 | [4110 John Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4110-john-ave/) | 350 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 1 heat pump | $11,980 | [BRH26-026259](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRH26-026259/) | | Jun 26, 2026 | [3900 Bridge Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3900-bridge-ave/) | 530 ft SE | Electrical | INSTALL 100 SQUARE FEET: 200a panel and service upgrade. Install a new, 100a aerial feed to the detached garage. Install a hardwired EV charger in the detached garage. | $7,478 | [BRE26-025427](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRE26-025427/) | | Jun 17, 2026 | [1888 W 44th St](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1888-w-44th-st/) | 810 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Make ext. ALT. To tear off and re-roof gutters and replace 10 existing skylights per manufacture specs., and present city code. No structural changes. Remove debris from site. | $30,000 | [BRB26-024886](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRB26-024886/) | | Jun 16, 2026 | [1877 W 45th St](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1877-w-45th-st/) | 980 ft SW | Plumbing | Install 1 hot water heater | $799 | [BRP26-024589](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRP26-024589/) | | Jun 9, 2026 | [4203 Franklin Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4203-franklin-blvd/) | 800 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Make int alt waterproof around the foundation to prevent water penetration by installing drain tiles and sump pump. Remove debris separate plumbing permit req'd | $5,359 | [BRB26-023299](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRB26-023299/) | | Jun 8, 2026 | [4101 Whitman Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4101-whitman-ave/) | 460 ft S | Electrical | 1,000 SQ. FT. Of electrical work. Meterbase inspection. Replace panel box, fixtures, outlets (gfci), switches. Also ground system. Amended to Correct Address From 4101 Whitman to 4104 Whitman Dated 06/24/2026 CSC | $4,800 | [BRE26-023295](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRE26-023295/) | | May 26, 2026 | [1786 Randall Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1786-randall-rd/) | 460 ft SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Running new gas lines for gas ranges. 75 Lin. Ft. Fuel gas piping homeowner permit - homeowner must be on site for all inspections | $250 | [BRH26-020815](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRH26-020815/) | | May 26, 2026 | [1786 Randall Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1786-randall-rd/) | 460 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Make interior exterior alterations install 6 replacement windows, apply vinyl siding per manufacturer specifications and landmarks approval. No structural chngs remove debris from site. Homeowner permit - homeowner must be on site for all inspections | $5,000 | [BRB26-020826](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRB26-020826/) | | May 13, 2026 | [3304 Woodbine Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3304-woodbine-ave/) | 710 ft NE | Plumbing | Install 2 water closet/toilet, 1 bathtub or shower, 2 lavatory sink, 1 sink, 1 hot water heater, 1 laundry tray, 200 lin. FT. Drain, waste, vent piing, 300 FT. Water distribution piping building permit no b21003695 | $6,000 | [BRP26-018560](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRP26-018560/) | | May 12, 2026 | [4210 Franklin Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4210-franklin-blvd/) | 960 ft NW | Plumbing | Install 1 hot water heater | $2,800 | [BCP26-015421](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BCP26-015421/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 14 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 11, 2026 | [3221 Carroll Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3221-carroll-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 2 furnaces, 2 air conditioning units cannot be installed on any required side yard | $37,000 | [BRH26-038873](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRH26-038873/) | | Aug 31, 2026 | [4514 Franklin Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4514-franklin-blvd/) | 0.24 mi NW | Roofing | Make ext alt tear off and reroof per manuf specs w/appvd matls no struct changes remove debris | $10,000 | [BRB26-037220](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRB26-037220/) | | Aug 17, 2026 | [1945 Fulton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1945-fulton-rd/) | 0.22 mi SE | Plumbing | Install 25 lin. FT. Storm and/or san.sewer | $8,200 | [BRP26-034521](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRP26-034521/) | | Aug 11, 2026 | [3221 Carroll Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3221-carroll-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | INSTALL 1,688 SQUARE FEET - Total rewire, new service, panel, grounding system, kitchen rough in BUILDING PERMIT NO BRB26-007518 | $28,000 | [BRE26-032856](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRE26-032856/) | | Jul 29, 2026 | [3801 Lorain Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3801-lorain-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 2 rooftop heating/cooling units, installed cost of ductwork supply/return/exh.air-3,000.00 building permit no b25023561 | $87,000 | [BCH26-031512](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BCH26-031512/) | | Jul 28, 2026 | [3722 Lorain Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3722-lorain-ave/) | 0.21 mi SE | Demolition | Raze front portion of 2 story structure per landmarks approval + cleveland building code chapter 3115, bulkhead sewers per water pollution control, control dust per ord. 277.07, Remove all foundations, discontinue and cap all utility connections, haul away all debris, backfill with clean fill. Compl | $150,000 | [BCB26-030182](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BCB26-030182/) | | Jul 17, 2026 | [3221 Carroll Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3221-carroll-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Plumbing | Install 2 water closet/toilet, 1 bathtub or shower, 3 lavatory sink, 1 sink, 1 washer box 1 hose bib, 1 ice maker building permit no brb26-007518 | $13,000 | [BRP26-028692](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRP26-028692/) | | Jul 9, 2026 | [3801 Lorain Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3801-lorain-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | INSTALL 4,604 SF ALT - New Work Electrical Per plans and specs BUILDING PERMIT NO B25023561 | $100,000 | [BCE26-028103](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BCE26-028103/) | | Jul 8, 2026 | [3801 Lorain Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3801-lorain-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install kitchen hood system. Building permit no. B25023561 | $42,000 | [BCH26-028137](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BCH26-028137/) | | Jul 2, 2026 | [4126 Lorain Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4126-lorain-ave/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Chg use to fitness studio per approved plans, field inspection and bza 26-055. No work with this permit. Certificate of occupancy required. | Not listed | [BCB26-026183](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BCB26-026183/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [1862 Fulton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1862-fulton-rd/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Wire Existing 4 car garage and C of O for existing building | $3,340 | [BCE26-022925](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BCE26-022925/) | | May 19, 2026 | [3801 Lorain Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3801-lorain-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | Plumbing | Install 4 water closet/toilet, 2 urinals, 4 lavatory sink, 3 sink, 13 floor drain, 2 hot water heater, 1 grease interceptor, 100 lin. FT. Drain, waste, vent piping, 100 lin. FT. Water distribution piping building permit b25023561 | $50,000 | [BCP26-019745](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BCP26-019745/) | | May 15, 2026 | [4116 Lorain Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4116-lorain-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Plumbing | Install 1 sink, 1 lin. FT. Drain, waste, vent piping, 1 lin. FT. Water distribution piping | $500 | [BCP26-018903](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BCP26-018903/) | | May 1, 2026 | [1843 Fulton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/1843-fulton-rd/) | 0.23 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install 2 furnaces, 2 air conditioning units cannot be installed on any required side yard | $21,704 | [BRH26-016009](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/permit/BRH26-016009/) | ## Zoning requests nearby We don't list zoning cases for Cleveland yet. Look them up on the city's Board of Zoning Appeals page: https://www.clevelandohio.gov/board-zoning-appeals ## More on this street Other addresses on John Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [3915 John Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3915-john-ave/): newest permit Nov 26, 2024 - [3823 John Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3823-john-ave/): newest permit Mar 10, 2026 - [4001 John Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4001-john-ave/): newest permit Jul 15, 2025 - [4004 John Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4004-john-ave/): newest permit Oct 11, 2024 - [3815 John Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3815-john-ave/): newest permit Oct 16, 2024 - [4016 John Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4016-john-ave/): newest permit Apr 23, 2026 - [4110 John Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4110-john-ave/): newest permit Jun 29, 2026 - [4201 John Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/4201-john-ave/): newest permit Aug 4, 2025 --- Source: Cleveland Department of Building and Housing permit data (https://www.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=c08ddeaf2d1e41679a03103ff4e9fe17), City of Cleveland, ODbL 1.0 (https://opendatacommons.org/licenses/odbl/1-0/). Checked 2026-10-11 15:31 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/ Contains information from Issued Building Permits (City of Cleveland), which is made available here under the Open Database License (ODbL). Database: https://www.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=c08ddeaf2d1e41679a03103ff4e9fe17 License: https://opendatacommons.org/licenses/odbl/1-0/ Map, the one permit at this address and 42 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/cleveland/address/3911-john-ave/