City In Review: Chicago

West Elsdon · 2025-01

West Elsdon permits drop to four in January

Four permits were issued in January, down from nine the month before. Two renovation projects, one express permit, and one reinstatement totaled $112k in declared work—$192k less than December's $304k. No businesses opened or closed. Violent crime fell 24%, from 33 incidents to 25. Graffiti removal topped 311 calls with 108 requests, followed by 69 abandoned vehicle complaints. Two food establishments failed inspection.

By the numbers

Building permits4
Declared construction value$112,279
New business licenses9
Business closings (proxy)0
311 service requests430
Reported crimes74
Violent crimes25
Failed food inspections2

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