Building Permits in Calumet Heights

117 building permits were filed in Calumet Heights in the last 12 months, with an estimated total construction value of $5,542,308.

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Updated Jun 21, 2026

By the numbers · Calumet Heights

117
Permits (12 mo)
-56%vs city avg 264
0
High impact
-100%vs city avg 4
1
Medium impact
-87%vs city avg 8
116
Low impact
-54%vs city avg 253

Compared to the average Chicago neighborhood.

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Breakdown · Calumet Heights

Most common permit types

  • Building Permit
    51
  • Home Improvement
    21
  • Energy Installation
    17
  • Garage Or Outbuilding
    16
  • Single-Family Home
    6
  • Other
    6
Show all 9 types
  • Building Permit51
  • Home Improvement21
  • Energy Installation17
  • Garage Or Outbuilding16
  • Single-Family Home6
  • Renovation2
  • Office Building2
  • Educational Facility1
  • Mixed-Use Development1
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117 permits were filed in Calumet Heights in the last 12 months, with an average estimated cost of $47,370.

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