CookDemolitionPermitPulse benchmark report
As of 2026-11-04, CookDemolitionPermitPulse holds 1,771 public records from Cook County Department of Environment and Sustainability asbestos and demolition permits (datacatalog.cookcountyil.gov). The largest group is Single-family home with 1,129 (64%); the median building size is $1,800 (middle half $1,034 to $6,700). Computed from the live dataset and updated on every refresh.
Last updated 2026-11-04 · Source: Cook County Department of Environment and Sustainability asbestos and demolition permits (datacatalog.cookcountyil.gov)
What is the typical building size?
| Point | building size |
|---|---|
| Lowest | $1 |
| 25th percentile | $1,034 |
| Median | $1,800 |
| 75th percentile | $6,700 |
| Highest | $5,000,000 |
By location
| Group | Records | Median building size |
|---|---|---|
| Evanston | 106 | $3,095 |
| Oak Park | 88 | $1,779 |
| Park Ridge | 59 | $2,070 |
| Northbrook | 54 | $1,637 |
| Chicago Heights | 54 | $2,145 |
| Wilmette | 53 | $1,960 |
| Arlington Heights | 51 | $1,712 |
| Des Plaines | 43 | $1,800 |
| Glenview | 40 | $1,815 |
| Skokie | 37 | $1,960 |
| La Grange | 32 | $2,025 |
| Oak Forest | 32 | $7,950 |
| Oak Lawn | 32 | $1,272 |
| Elmwood Park | 31 | $1,372 |
| Western Springs | 31 | $1,636 |
By category
| Group | Records | Median building size |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family home | 1,129 | $1,279 |
| Commercial building | 434 | $17,014 |
| School | 128 | $75,000 |
| Hospital | 41 | $68,500 |
| Residential, 5+ units | 36 | $2,000 |
| Residential, 2-4 units | 3 | $1,300 |
Records by month
| Month | Records |
|---|---|
| 2026-05 | 304 |
| 2026-06 | 287 |
| 2026-07 | 276 |
| 2026-08 | 255 |
| 2026-09 | 299 |
| 2026-10 | 333 |
| 2026-11 | 17 |
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Frequently asked questions
How many records does the CookDemolitionPermitPulse benchmark cover?
1,771 public records from Cook County Department of Environment and Sustainability asbestos and demolition permits (datacatalog.cookcountyil.gov), as of 2026-11-04.
How often is it updated?
On every data refresh, automatically.
Can I cite it?
Yes: cite "Zalwin, CookDemolitionPermitPulse benchmark report" with a link to this page.
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