What was permitted
Homeowners in Chicago's Portage Park neighborhood can look to a recent permit for insights into detached garage construction. This project involves building a new wood frame garage with specific dimensions and setbacks.
The permit, issued on April 28, 2026, is active and covers the construction of a 20'x20' garage with a gable roof reaching 15 feet at the peak. The reported cost for this new detached garage is $35,000, with A-WINDY CITY GARAGE CORPORATION as the contractor.
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