City In Review: Chicago

Grand Boulevard · 2025-02

Grand Boulevard permits jump to $16.9 million

Permit filings in Grand Boulevard spiked 55% in February, with total project value hitting $16.9 million—more than double January's $6.6 million. Ten of the 31 permits were for new construction. The neighborhood also saw crime drop 29%, from 291 incidents to 206, including a 10% decline in violent offenses. Service requests edged down 3%. Street lights out, graffiti removal, and abandoned vehicles topped the 311 list, each drawing at least 34 calls. No new businesses opened or closed during the month.

By the numbers

Building permits31
Declared construction value$16,867,629
New business licenses11
Business closings (proxy)0
311 service requests429
Reported crimes206
Violent crimes78
Failed food inspections1

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