What was permitted
This significant project at 2401 W Congress Pkwy in the Near West Side involves extensive interior and exterior alterations to an existing 4-story school building. The goal is to convert the structure into residential units, creating 52 total units, including efficiencies and dwelling units, along with bicycle parking.
The permit was issued on August 7, 2026, with a phased permitting status. The reported project cost for this large-scale conversion is a substantial $5,800,000, with C & J ELECTRIC CO. listed as a contact.
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Tracking number, work description, cost and dates
View the official permit record
Tracking number, work description, cost and dates
| Tracking number | 101081805 |
|---|---|
| Work permit # | — |
| Job filing number | — |
| Work type | — |
| Status | PHASED PERMITTING |
| Job description | DDS 2019 CBRC: INTERIOR & EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING 4-STORY SCHOOL TO CONVERT TO RESIDENTIAL (52 TOTAL UNITS: 40 EFFICIENCY UNITS + 12 DWELLING UNITS) WITH 24 BICYCLE PARKING SPACES AND ASSOCIATED SITE (INTERIOR DEMOLITION PERMIT - 101076703) CONSULTANT REVIEWER: V3 COMPANIES OF IL |
| Floor / unit | — |
| Estimated cost | $5,800,000 |
| Approved | April 21, 2026 |
| Issued | August 7, 2026 |
| Expires | — |
| BBL | — |
| BIN | — |
Property owner
2401 W Congress, LLC
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