City In Review: Chicago

Armour Square · 2025-11

Armour Square permit value jumps to $159k

Four permits totaled nearly $159,000 in November, up 251% from October's $45,000 across six permits. The batch included work tied to demolition, renovation, and elevator equipment. Residents called in 307 service requests, down 21% from the prior month, with street lights out and graffiti removal each accounting for 56 calls. Crime reports rose to 112 from 85, though violent incidents dipped slightly to 29. Three food establishments failed inspections, up from two.

By the numbers

Building permits4
Declared construction value$158,751
New business licenses12
Business closings (proxy)0
311 service requests307
Reported crimes112
Violent crimes29
Failed food inspections3

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