City In Review: Chicago

South Shore · 2026-03

South Shore permit value jumps to $1.2 million

Permit value in South Shore climbed to $1.2 million in March, up 18% from February, even as the number of permits dipped slightly to 29. Most permits came through the express program. New businesses included Save A Lot, a Jewel food store, and Bright Beginners Before & After School. Crime reports rose 17% to 675, with violent offenses up to 237. Service requests increased 10%, led by abandoned vehicle complaints, water on street issues, and potholes—each category logging around 100 calls.

By the numbers

Building permits29
Declared construction value$1,221,387
New business licenses12
Business closings (proxy)0
311 service requests1287
Reported crimes675
Violent crimes237
Failed food inspections3

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