Chicago Structural Market Overview
Chicago's structural permit activity is currently slowing, with 47 permits filed in the last 30 days compared to 232 in the prior 30-day window. On average, 288.2 structural permits are filed per month here based on the last six months of data. The most active structural contractors in Chicago include BATISTE MASONRY, ELEMENTS GROUP CONSTRUCTION, LLC, AAA-1 MASONRY & TUCKING.
Recent Structural Permits in Chicago
| Date | Address | Description | Reported Value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | 1060 W ADDISON ST | *ERECTION STARTS 09-03-2026 ERCTION ENDS 09-08-202... | $55,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-09-01 | 353 N CLARK ST | SELF-CERT 2019 CBRC: INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO EXIST... | $360,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-09-01 | 353 N CLARK ST | SELF-CERT 2019 CBRC: INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO EXIST... | $305,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-29 | 1501 W RANDOLPH ST | PERMIT EXPIRES ON 10/31/2026 ERECTION STARTS: 8/25... | $75,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-28 | 110 N CARPENTER ST | SELF-CERT CBRC 2019: INTERIOR RENOVATION OF EXISTI... | $1.6M | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-27 | 4247 N ASHLAND AVE | LIMITED REPAIR (25% OR LESS) FOR STEEL PORCH (OPEN... | $24,800 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-26 | 100 S LAKE SHORE DR | PERMIT EXPIRES ON 10/31/2026 ERECTION STARTS: 9/9/... | $15,000 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-26 | 190 S LA SALLE ST | SELF CERT 2019 CBRC: INTERIOR ALTERATION PROJECT F | $356,078 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-26 | 1501 W RANDOLPH ST | PERMIT EXPIRES ON 10/27/2026 ERECTION STARTS: 8/25 | $55,860 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-25 | 3735 N BOSWORTH AVE | SELF-CERT 2019 CBR: INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO FIRST | $60,300 | ACTIVE |
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How many Structural permits were filed in Chicago in the last 30 days?
Chicago has 47 structural permits dated in the last 30 days in the source records currently available on PermitGrab.
What types of Structural work require permits in Chicago?
In Chicago, permits are typically required for structural permits including steel work, framing, load-bearing modifications, and seismic upgrades. Always check with Chicago's building department for specific requirements.
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How quickly are Structural permits updated on PermitGrab?
The newest displayed source record is dated 2026-09-04. PermitGrab checks the source on each collection cycle and publishes newer records after the source makes them available.