City In Review: Chicago

Jefferson Park · 2025-04

Jefferson Park permit value jumps to $2.8 million

Jefferson Park issued 24 permits in April, more than double March's count, with total value hitting $2.8 million—a 230% jump. Express permits led at 14, followed by five renovation jobs. No new businesses opened or closed. Service requests ticked up 7% to 930, with tree trim requests (172) and potholes (87) dominating. Violent crime rose from 15 to 20 incidents, while overall crime dipped slightly to 60. One food establishment failed inspection, same as the prior month.

By the numbers

Building permits24
Declared construction value$2,760,766
New business licenses17
Business closings (proxy)0
311 service requests930
Reported crimes60
Violent crimes20
Failed food inspections1

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