South Lawndale · Then vs Now
South Lawndale: 2025-02 vs 2026-02
A side-by-side look at how South Lawndale shifted between two periods.
| 2025-02 | 2026-02 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Building permits | 26 | 24 | -8% |
| Construction value ($) | $1,252,240 | $1,724,350 | +38% |
| New business licenses | 21 | 24 | +14% |
| Business closings (proxy) | 0 | 0 | — |
| 311 service requests | 1,214 | 1,486 | +22% |
| Reported crimes | 268 | 274 | +2% |
| Violent crimes | 87 | 101 | +16% |
| Failed food inspections | 1 | 7 | +600% |
2025-02
South Lawndale permit value drops to $1.25 million
South Lawndale pulled 26 permits in February, down three from January, with total value falling to $1.25 million from $1.66 million. Most permits came through the express program—16 of them—while seven covered renovations or alterations. Residents filed 1,214 service requests, a quarter fewer than the month before. Graffiti removal led the list at 314 requests, followed by 162 tree trim calls. Crime ticked up slightly to 268 incidents, though violent offenses dipped from 90 to 87. One food establishment failed inspection, down from five in January.
2026-02
South Lawndale crime doubles as graffiti calls hit 349
Crime reports jumped 80% in South Lawndale in February, with violent incidents nearly doubling from 52 to 101. The month also brought 1,486 service requests, up 31%, led by 349 graffiti removal calls. Permits climbed 14% to 24, totaling $1.7 million—express permits made up most of the work. New businesses included Enamoradogs Pet Grooming, El Gordo Burger, and Delaney's Bridal. Food inspection failures ticked down slightly to seven.
New businesses — 2025-02
- GLOBAL DEALS (Limited Business License)
- LEONARDA FLORES DE EMETERIO (Peddler License)
- Ana's Beauty Room LLC (Limited Business License)
- Ferrara Candy Company (Manufacturing Establishments)
- Great Buffet (Retail Food Establishment)
- LUPITA'S GROCERY (Retail Food Establishment)
- NIETO'S BARBERSHOP (Limited Business License)
- JOSE S. VILLARREAL (Peddler License)
- ACCOUNTING SERVICES 2000 (Limited Business License)
- TAQUERIA MISANTLA VER, INC. (Retail Food Establishment)
New businesses — 2026-02
- ENAMORADOGS PET GROOMING INC. (Animal Care License)
- LA MODA FASHIONS & SHOES WESTERN WEAR (Limited Business License)
- EL GORDO BURGER (Retail Food Establishment)
- DELANEY'S BRIDAL (Limited Business License)
- SPANGLISH NATION (Regulated Business License)
- AJPOP LANDSCAPING (Regulated Business License)
- PRAIRIE MATERIAL (Manufacturing Establishments)
- INFO. DATA SERVICES INC. (Limited Business License)
- O'REILLY AUTO PARTS #3382 (Limited Business License)
- LA CATEDRAL CAFE (Retail Food Establishment)