What was permitted
A significant project is underway in the Near North Side neighborhood to convert an existing 4-story office building into a multi-unit residential property. This includes the addition of a partial 5th story, creating 57 new dwelling units.
This large-scale conversion project was issued on September 16, 2026, with a substantial reported cost of $7,500,000. The work is currently active and involves Blackout Electric Services Inc.
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View the official permit record
Tracking number, work description, cost and dates
View the official permit record
Tracking number, work description, cost and dates
| Tracking number | 101081716 |
|---|---|
| Work permit # | — |
| Job filing number | — |
| Work type | — |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Job description | DDS CBC 2019 - ERECT A NEW PARTIAL 5TH FL. UPPER STORY ADDITION & RENOVATION OF THE EXISTING 4-STORY OFFICE BUILDING IN ORDER TO CONVERT IT TO MULTI-UNIT RESIDENTIAL USE. NEW OCCUPANCY TO CONTAIN 57 DWELLING UNITS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED. R-2 OCCUPANCY (NEW). TYPE-IV CONSTRUCTION. V3 COMPANIES OF IL |
| Floor / unit | — |
| Estimated cost | $7,500,000 |
| Approved | April 3, 2026 |
| Issued | September 16, 2026 |
| Expires | — |
| BBL | — |
| BIN | — |
Property owner
Andrew Friestedt
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