What was permitted
A significant project involving the installation of two passenger elevators is taking place at 705 W Chicago Ave in the West Town neighborhood. One elevator will have a capacity of 3500 lbs and travel at 200 feet per minute with 3 stops, while the second will handle 5000 lbs at the same speed and stops.
This extensive elevator installation project, with a reported cost of $21,879,000, was issued on July 13, 2026. OTIS ELEVATOR - LOMBARD is the contractor responsible for this substantial undertaking, which will be subject to city inspections.
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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 | 101085754 |
|---|---|
| Work permit # | — |
| Job filing number | — |
| Work type | — |
| Status | — |
| Job description | INSTALLATION OF (2) TWO EG PASSENGER ELEVATORS: CAR P11; 3500LBS @ 200FPM, 3 STOPS AND CAR S1; 5000LBS CAPACITY @ 200FPM, 3 STOPS PURSUANT TO PLANS SUBMITTED AND SUBJECT TO CITY OF CHICAGO DEPT. OF BUILDINGS ELEVATOR BUREAU INSPECTION. |
| Floor / unit | — |
| Estimated cost | $21,879,000 |
| Approved | July 8, 2026 |
| Issued | July 13, 2026 |
| Expires | — |
| BBL | — |
| BIN | — |
Property owner
Ballys Chicago Operating CO, LLC
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