City In Review: Chicago

Hermosa · 2024-05

Hermosa permit count jumps 475% on express applications

Hermosa logged 23 permits in May, up from four the month before—a 475% spike driven almost entirely by express permits. Eighteen of the 23 fell into that category, while five were renovation or alteration jobs. Total permit value rose nearly 15% to $604k. Residents filed 638 service requests, with potholes (79) and tree debris (57) leading the list. Crime held essentially flat at 95 incidents; violent offenses ticked down slightly to 41. No new businesses opened or closed.

By the numbers

Building permits23
Declared construction value$604,363
New business licenses17
Business closings (proxy)0
311 service requests638
Reported crimes95
Violent crimes41
Failed food inspections0

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