Chicago Painting Market Overview
Chicago's painting permit activity is currently slowing, with 0 permits filed in the last 30 days compared to 4 in the prior 30-day window. On average, 7.3 painting permits are filed per month here based on the last six months of data. The most active painting contractors in Chicago include FIRST AD SIGNS INC, LG COMMERCIAL LLC, CITYWIDE BUILDING RESTORATIONS LLC.
Recent Painting Permits in Chicago
| Date | Address | Description | Reported Value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-07 | 932 N RUSH ST | SELF CERT 2019 CBRC: PHASE 2 OF 2: INTERIOR ALTERA... | $1.3M | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-04 | 723 S ABERDEEN ST | SCOPE: WRECK AND REMOVE DETACHED BRICK AND STUCCO ... | $4,200 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-07-14 | 5222 W DAKIN ST | SPR 2019 CBRC: INTERIOR RENOVATION TO ADDRESS FIRE... | $70,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-07-13 | 6715 N NORTHWEST HWY | INSTALLATION OF (1) SIGN A 22'10"L X4'4"HT X 0' 8"... | $4,580 | Filed |
| 2026-07-10 | 2385 N MILWAUKEE AVE | TUCKPOINTING AND UNIT MASONRY REPAIR / REPLACEMENT... | $15,200 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-07-08 | 4605 N LINCOLN AVE | INSTALLATION OF (1) 31'1"L X 2'3"HT X 0' 5"THK INT... | $5,980 | Filed |
| 2026-07-02 | 5160 S PULASKI RD | INSTALLATION OF (1) SIGN A 27'0"L X3'8"HT X 0' 5"T... | $5,650 | Filed |
| 2026-07-01 | 2500 N RACINE AVE | TUCKPOINTING AND UNIT MASONRY REPAIR / REPLACEMENT | $25,700 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-07-01 | 1918 N HALSTED ST | TUCKPOINTING AND UNIT MASONRY REPAIR / REPLACEMENT | $16,200 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-06-30 | 73 E LAKE ST | SC 2019 CBRC SC 2019 CBRC: SCOPE OF WORK INVOLVES | $65,000 | ACTIVE |
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How many Painting permits were filed in Chicago in the last 30 days?
Chicago has 0 painting permits dated in the last 30 days in the source records currently available on PermitGrab.
What types of Painting work require permits in Chicago?
In Chicago, permits are typically required for painting permits including interior and exterior painting, coating, and finish work. Always check with Chicago's building department for specific requirements.
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How quickly are Painting permits updated on PermitGrab?
The newest displayed source record is dated 2026-08-07. PermitGrab checks the source on each collection cycle and publishes newer records after the source makes them available.