Temporary Scaffolding at 20 N Wacker Dr, Chicago
20 N WACKER DR, Loop
What was permitted
Temporary scaffolding is being erected at 20 N Wacker Drive in Chicago's Loop neighborhood, indicating exterior facade work on the building. The scaffolding will be extensive, with a maximum length of 40 feet and a height of 540 feet.
This permit was issued on May 12, 2026, and is active for 365 days. While the permit fee was $325, the estimated project cost for such significant scaffolding, often associated with building maintenance or repair, can range from $10,000 to $30,000. DESIGN INSTALLATION SYSTEMS, INC. is the contractor.
For buildings in the Loop requiring exterior facade work, the cost of temporary scaffolding can be a considerable expense, with projects like this potentially costing between $10,000 and $30,000.
What it cost
Issued
May 12, 2026
Expires
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Filed by DESIGN INSTALLATION SYSTEMS, INC · 4 permits across 2 areas
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Tracking number, work description, cost, and dates
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View the official permit record
Tracking number, work description, cost, and dates
| Tracking Number | B200469840 |
| Work Permit # | — |
| Job Filing Number | — |
| Work Type | Scaffolding |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Job Description | TEMPORARY SCAFFOLDING: QTY: 2, MAX. LENGTH: 40 FT., MAX. HEIGHT: 540 FT. LOCATION: WEST ELEVATION EXTERIOR FACADE. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE: 365 DAYS FROM PERMIT ISSUED DATE |
| Floor / Unit | — |
| Estimated Cost | Not reported |
| Approved | May 8, 2026 |
| Issued | May 12, 2026 |
| Expires | — |
| BBL | — |
| BIN | — |
Property Owner
SL CIVIC WACKER, LLC