City In Review: Chicago

Washington Heights · 2025-02

Washington Heights permit value doubles to $1.3M

Eighteen permits pulled $1.3 million in declared work for Washington Heights in February, more than double January's $625k despite two fewer permits overall. A dozen express permits led the mix, followed by five renovation jobs. No new business licenses appeared. Residents called in 687 service requests—down 20% from the previous month—with potholes (68 calls) topping the list. Crime dropped about 10%, including a small dip in violent incidents. Two food establishments failed inspections, same as January.

By the numbers

Building permits18
Declared construction value$1,311,113
New business licenses15
Business closings (proxy)0
311 service requests687
Reported crimes177
Violent crimes52
Failed food inspections2

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