City In Review: Chicago

Norwood Park · 2024-08

Norwood Park permit count jumps 41%, led by express permits

Norwood Park logged 38 permits in August, up from 27 the month before, though their combined value dipped 15% to about $1.19 million. Express permits accounted for 28 of the 38—a fast-track category that typically covers smaller jobs. Service requests fell slightly to 1,283, with potholes (136) and rodent baiting (119) topping the list. Violent crime ticked up from 28 incidents to 33, while overall crime held essentially flat at 117. One food establishment failed inspection.

By the numbers

Building permits38
Declared construction value$1,188,965
New business licenses74
Business closings (proxy)0
311 service requests1283
Reported crimes117
Violent crimes33
Failed food inspections1

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