11,220 permits tracked · 9,399 code violations · Last updated 2026-05-22
PermitGrab tracks 2,194 active contractors who pulled 11,220 building permits in Chicago, IL as of 2026-05-24. Live tracking of 9,399 code violations in the same area. Updated periodically.
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PermitGrab tracks 2,194 active contractors in Chicago, with new permit filings indexed daily from the city's open data portal.
The most recent permit indexed for Chicago is dated 2026-05-22. Expected daily • newest record 2d old Permit records carry filing date, address, project value, contractor name (where the source publishes it), and permit type, so a fresh row means a fresh lead.
Across the last 90 days, Chicago permitting activity covers 11,220 building permits alongside 9,399 active code violations. The mix spans new construction, residential renovations, mechanical/electrical/plumbing upgrades, roof replacements, demolitions, and tenant improvements — every record is a buying signal for a different contractor or supplier persona.
11,220 permits tracked · 2,194 contractors · Updated 2026-05-24
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11,220 records — permits and code violations sorted by date
| Date | Type | Address | Contractor / Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-06-04 | PERMIT - RENOVATION/ALTERATION | 2344 W TAYLOR ST | OMEGA CONTRACTING LLC |
| 2024-05-30 | PERMIT - RENOVATION/ALTERATION | 314 E 43RD ST | ICC GROUP INC |
| 2024-05-24 | PERMIT - RENOVATION/ALTERATION | 3817 N HAMLIN AVE | RICK'S FINISHING TOUCH L.L.C. |
| 2024-04-11 | PERMIT - RENOVATION/ALTERATION | 1579 N MILWAUKEE AVE | RSD CONSTRUCTION, LLC |
| 2024-03-20 | PERMIT - RENOVATION/ALTERATION | 2254 N AVERS AVE | MP GENERAL CONTRACTORS INC |
| 2024-03-04 | PERMIT - NEW CONSTRUCTION | 135 N DESPLAINES ST | CHICAGO COMMON PARTNERS LLC |
| 2024-02-19 | PERMIT - RENOVATION/ALTERATION | 10619 S ST LOUIS AVE | ADAM IBRAHIM |
| 2024-01-31 | PERMIT - NEW CONSTRUCTION | 3351 W 59TH ST | COMPASS RESTORATION INC |
| 2024-01-29 | PERMIT - RENOVATION/ALTERATION | 7225 N GREENVIEW AVE | BULLEY & ANDREWS, L.L.C. |
| 2024-01-23 | PERMIT - NEW CONSTRUCTION | 4735 W NORTH AVE | JAM ENTERPRISE OF IL INCORPORATED |
| 2024-01-12 | PERMIT - RENOVATION/ALTERATION | 608 N LONG AVE | WORKHORSE CONSTRUCTION |
| 2023-11-20 | PERMIT - NEW CONSTRUCTION | 955 N LARRABEE ST | AT MECHANICAL LLC |
| 2023-08-02 | PERMIT - RENOVATION/ALTERATION | 7547 S EMERALD AVE | GONZON CONSTRUCTION LLC |
| 2023-07-13 | PERMIT - RENOVATION/ALTERATION | 2804 N LAKEWOOD AVE | DBR HOME BUILDERS LLC |
| 2022-12-20 | PERMIT - REINSTATE REVOKED PMT | 545 E 50TH ST | PLUMBING SOLUTIONS UNLIMITED |
| 2022-10-26 | PERMIT - NEW CONSTRUCTION | 1628 W DIVISION ST | NORCON, INC. |
| 2022-07-27 | PERMIT - NEW CONSTRUCTION | 566 W VAN BUREN ST | CLARK CONSTRUCTION GROUP CHICAGO LLC |
| 2022-06-08 | PERMIT - SIGNS | 8548 S STONY ISLAND AVE | REESHA PRINTING & SIGNS INC |
| 2021-11-03 | PERMIT - RENOVATION/ALTERATION | 1839 W NORTH AVE | 360 CONSTRUCTION LLC |
| 2020-04-15 | PERMIT - SIGNS | 769 W JACKSON BLVD | PRO IMAGE PROMOTIONS INC |
No contractor lead data available for Chicago. The city's permit feed publishes addresses and project values but doesn't expose contractor names. Property-owner and permit details are still available below.
New building permits in Chicago, Illinois indicate upcoming construction projects. Contractors can identify subcontracting opportunities by monitoring recently issued permits for residential renovations, commercial buildouts, and new construction. Early outreach to permit holders often results in higher close rates before projects go to competitive bid.
Chicago, Illinois processes thousands of building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 11220+ Chicago building permits — updated periodically from official city sources.
Every new construction project in Chicago requires a building permit before work can begin. These public records include the project address, scope of work, estimated cost, and often the general contractor's name — making them valuable leads for subcontractors looking for new projects in Chicago.
HVAC contractors, electricians, plumbers, and roofers in Chicago use building permit data to find projects before they hit traditional lead services. When a new commercial buildout or residential renovation permit is filed, it signals upcoming work that needs subcontractors.
Instead of competing for shared leads on HomeAdvisor or Angi, contractors who monitor Chicago building permits can reach out to general contractors the day a permit is issued — before anyone else calls. This first-mover advantage leads to higher close rates and better project selection.
PermitGrab sends daily email alerts filtered by trade, so Chicago electrical contractors only see electrical permits, HVAC contractors only see mechanical permits, and so on.
Reviewed by Marcus Reeves · Page data current as of · Sources: official Chicago open data portal.
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PermitGrab currently tracks 11220 building permits in Chicago, Illinois. Data is pulled daily from the official municipal open-data source and includes permit number, address, permit type, contractor, status, and estimated value where available.
Most cities refresh their open-data portals on a 24-hour cadence, so new permits typically appear in PermitGrab within 1–3 days of filing. Chicago is collected on every daemon cycle; if the upstream source has a known delay we note it on the page.
Contractors find leads in Chicago by filtering PermitGrab by trade and ZIP code, then contacting the permit applicant (owner or general contractor) directly. Pro subscribers get verified phone numbers and can set up saved-search email alerts so new matches land in their inbox the same day they’re filed.
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