Chicago Addition Market Overview
Chicago's addition permit activity is currently slowing, with 17 permits filed in the last 30 days compared to 33 in the prior 30-day window. On average, 56.5 addition permits are filed per month here based on the last six months of data. The most active addition contractors in Chicago include BLUE LINE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTO, CHAMPIONS HVAC HPD INC, FATHER AND SONS HOME IMPROVEMENT II, INC..
Recent Addition Permits in Chicago
| Date | Address | Description | Reported Value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | 938 N HAMLIN AVE | FOR PERMIT 101022126: ADDITIONAL PLUMBING CONTRACT... | Not listed on permit | COMPLETE |
| 2026-09-01 | 3107 N LAWNDALE AVE | SELF-CERT 2019 CBRC: REVISION TO PERMIT #101065878... | $201,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-26 | 5207 S HARPER AVE | SC/ 2019 CBRC - INTERIOR ALTERATIONS ON FLOORS 3-1... | $2.0M | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-26 | 190 S LA SALLE ST | SELF CERT 2019 CBRC: INTERIOR ALTERATION PROJECT F... | $356,078 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-25 | 3100 W BELMONT AVE | DUCTWORK EXTENSION/RECONFIGURATION, REPAIR/REPLACE... | $10,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-25 | 1517 N KEATING AVE | FOR PERMIT B200473296: ADDITIONAL ELECTRICAL CONTR... | Not listed on permit | COMPLETE |
| 2026-08-24 | 2501 W BRADLEY PL | DUCTWORK EXTENSION/RECONFIGURATION, GAS PIPING EXT... | $725,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-21 | 1083 N HERMITAGE AVE | FOR PERMIT 101082032: REPLACEMENT GENERAL CONTRACT | Not listed on permit | COMPLETE |
| 2026-08-20 | 4118 N MAPLEWOOD AVE | SPR 2019 CBC: FULL BUILDING PERMIT FOR A 1-STORY A | $350,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-20 | 4348 S BERKELEY AVE | FOR PERMIT 101049597: ADDITIONAL PLUMBING CONTRACT | Not listed on permit | COMPLETE |
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How many Addition permits were filed in Chicago in the last 30 days?
Chicago has 17 addition permits dated in the last 30 days in the source records currently available on PermitGrab.
What types of Addition work require permits in Chicago?
In Chicago, permits are typically required for building addition permits including home extensions, room additions, and property expansions. Always check with Chicago's building department for specific requirements.
How can a Addition business research project activity in Chicago?
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How quickly are Addition permits updated on PermitGrab?
The newest displayed source record is dated 2026-09-01. PermitGrab checks the source on each collection cycle and publishes newer records after the source makes them available.