Avondale · 2025-03
Avondale's 216 graffiti complaints lead quiet March
Eighteen permits went through in March, up from twelve, but total construction value dropped 21% to $887k. Thirteen permits used the city's express program. Service requests fell 6% overall to 1,165, but graffiti removal topped the list at 216 calls. Tree trim requests hit 146, and pothole complaints came in at 110. Crime climbed 18% to 157 incidents, though violent offenses dropped 32% to 26. Eight food spots failed inspections, up from five. No businesses opened or closed.
By the numbers
| Building permits | 18 |
|---|---|
| Declared construction value | $887,075 |
| New business licenses | 34 |
| Business closings (proxy) | 0 |
| 311 service requests | 1165 |
| Reported crimes | 157 |
| Violent crimes | 26 |
| Failed food inspections | 8 |
New businesses
- Airgas Inc (Regulated Business License)
- VINTAGE HOUSE CHICAGO (Pop-Up Retail User)
- Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches (Retail Food Establishment)
- BELMONT SNACK CENTER (Retail Food Establishment)
- Catalyst Strength LLC (Regulated Business License)
- Paper Hat, Inc. (Regulated Business License)
- BRISTOL DELI & LIQUOR (Tobacco)
- BRISTOL DELI & LIQUOR (Public Place of Amusement)
- BRISTOL DELI & LIQUOR (Package Goods)
- BARBER'S CUTZ HAIR STUDIO (Limited Business License)
Top permit types
- PERMIT – EXPRESS PERMIT PROGRAM — 13
- PERMIT - RENOVATION/ALTERATION — 4
- PERMIT - SIGNS — 1
Top 311 request types
- Graffiti Removal Request — 216
- Tree Trim Request (NO LONGER BEING ACCEPTED) — 146
- Pothole in Street Complaint — 110
- Abandoned Vehicle Complaint — 87
- Rodent Baiting/Rat Complaint — 51