IL · PERMIT COVERAGE & CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY
Dumpster permit leads in Illinois
Permit Radar connects 1 Illinois city feed: Chicago. Each one is ranked for demolition, roofing, new construction and major renovation work.
Connected Illinois markets
CENSUS BUILDING PERMITS SURVEY · 2025
New residential construction authorized in Illinois
Units by building type, 2025
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey, annual state estimates. Census figures count new residential construction only; demolition, roofing and renovation are not included. Use them as a statewide activity indicator, not a lead count.
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- Demolition, roofing and new-build signals
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Illinois permit leads: common questions
Does Permit Radar cover Illinois?
Yes, in Chicago. Coverage is limited to that jurisdiction; other Illinois cities are not included unless they are listed here.
How much new construction was permitted in Illinois?
The Census Bureau estimates 18,551 new privately owned housing units were authorized by building permits in Illinois in 2025, compared with 20,326 in 2024. These figures cover new residential construction only.
What permit signals does Permit Radar track?
Demolition, roof replacement, new construction and major renovation permits from connected city feeds. Each record is scored, linked to its source and shown with freshness so you can decide what to research first.
How much does Permit Radar cost in Illinois?
Local is $49 per month for one supported market, Growth is $99 for up to five markets, and Scale is $199 for every connected market. Each verified account can try Local free for 7 days without a card.