Chicago Demolition Market Overview
Chicago's demolition permit activity is currently slowing, with 39 permits filed in the last 30 days compared to 99 in the prior 30-day window. On average, 113.5 demolition permits are filed per month here based on the last six months of data. The most active demolition contractors in Chicago include ALLIANCE DEMOLITION AND EXCAVATION SERVICES INC, VIEWPOINT SERVICES INC DBA BROPHY EXCAVATION, MCDONAGH DEMOLITION, INC.
Recent Demolition Permits in Chicago
| Date | Address | Description | Est. Value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-05 | 3605 N LUNA AVE | REMOVAL OF ONE(1) 750LB CAPACITY, VERTICAL WHEELCH... | Not listed on permit | Filed |
| 2026-08-05 | 2153 N LAPORTE AVE | REMOVAL OF VERTICAL PLATFORM WHEELCHAIR LIFT WITH ... | Not listed on permit | Filed |
| 2026-08-05 | 10257 S AVENUE N | REMOVAL OF VETICAL PLATFORM WHEELCHAIR LIFT WITH N... | $12,364 | Filed |
| 2026-08-04 | 5425 N NAGLE AVE | SCOPE: ROOF REPLACEMENT. AREA: 2174 SQ. FT. ROOF C... | $23,989 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-07-30 | 1572 N MILWAUKEE AVE | SCOPE: NONSTRUCTURAL PREPARATORY DEMOLITION OF NON... | $35,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-07-30 | 740 E ADMINISTRATION DR | TEMPORARY STRUCTURE: NEW INSTALLATION. STAGE/PLATF... | Not listed on permit | ACTIVE |
| 2026-07-29 | 333 E HURON ST | DEMOLITION AND REMOVAL OF BELOW GRADE FUNDATIONS. ... | $17.5M | Filed |
| 2026-07-28 | 191 N WACKER DR | SELF-CERT 2019 CBRC: INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO EXIST | $7.3M | ACTIVE |
| 2026-07-27 | 300 N LA SALLE ST | SELF-CERT 2019 CBRC: INTERIOR NON-STRUCTURAL DEMO | $136,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-07-27 | 110 E OAK ST | REMOVAL OF EXISTING 1400LB CAPACITY, 3-FLOOR, LULA | $6,000 | Filed |
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How many Demolition permits are filed in Chicago per month?
Chicago averages approximately 34 demolition permits per month based on recent permit data collected by PermitGrab.
What types of Demolition work require permits in Chicago?
In Chicago, permits are typically required for demolition permits including building teardown, abatement, and site clearing. Always check with Chicago's building department for specific requirements.
How can I find Demolition leads in Chicago?
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How quickly are Demolition permits updated on PermitGrab?
The newest displayed source record is dated 2026-08-06. PermitGrab checks the source on each collection cycle and publishes newer records after the source makes them available.