Updated: May 26, 2026
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Address
401 Periwinkle, Prospect Heights, IL, 60070
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Finnegan Development Construction
Finnegan Development provides full service General Contracting, Design & Construction Management Services. We were founded primarily as a Development Company. Much of our work is performed with an "in-house" crew of 5-6 carpenters, allowing us better control of schedule & budget. Some of the trades performed by our employees include Demo, rough & finished carpentry, drywall, painting & tile. We have long-lasting sub-contractor relationships with very experienced sub-contractors for any/all other trades involved in your construction project.
As one of Chicago’s leading general contracting remodelers, Finnegan Development has completed over $10,000,000 worth of residential construction since 1996. We have also completed substantial amounts of construction and renovation of commercial structures, such as restaurants and offices. When you hire us for your project, you can be sure we will do an excellent job using the best materials and techniques
From BuildZoom: Finnegan Development Inc, 401 Periwinkle, Prospect Heights, IL (Owned by: Jim Finnegan) holds a Carpentry license and 7 other licenses according to the Cook County license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 136 ranks in the top 1% of 65,686 Illinois licensed contractors.
Their license was verified as active when we last checked. If you are thinking of hiring Finnegan Development Inc, we recommend double-checking their license status with the license board and using our project planner to get competitive quotes.
Finnegan Development Inc Services
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Custom Home Build
New Home Construction
Medium Multi-Family New Con...
Other Residential New Const...
Multi-Room Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Basement Remodel
Other Residential Remodel
Office Renovation
Restaurant Renovation
Retail Renovation
Other Commercial Renovation
Restaurant New Construction
Retail New Construction
Office Building New Constru...
Other Commercial New Constr...
Small Multi-Family Remodel ...
Whole Home Remodel
Addition
Attic Remodel
Single Room Remodel
Cosmetic Remodel
Healthcare Facility New Con...
Healthcare Facility Renovation
Finnegan Development Inc Contact Information
Phone Number: (773) 934-9760
Address: 401 Periwinkle, Prospect Heights, IL 60070
Finnegan Development Inc Prospect Heights
Quality
136
99th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Finnegan Development Inc has a BuildZoom score of 136, which places them above 99% of 65,686 contractors in Illinois.
Activity
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6 projects
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2025 |
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6 projects
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2024 |
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5 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Finnegan Development Inc has worked on at least
17.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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3 projects
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Commercial Renovations |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Finnegan Development Inc mostly works on
commercial renovation
projects.
Pricing
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2 projects
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< $5k |
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1 project
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$5k-$20k |
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2 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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2 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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4 projects
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$100k-$250k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $50,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Finnegan Development Inc
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Self-cert 2019 cbc: full building permit for interior build-out at existing vacant 2 402 sq feet commercial tenant space + (2) 1 822 square feet second level dwelling units. new exterior exposed two-car concrete parking pad + new exterior trash enclosure. (occupancy group a-2 + r-5 type iii-a construction). pin# 14-17-225-011. zone = b3-3. ward = 46
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
101065608
Status:
issued
Fee:
$3,757
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbc: renovation of existing two story + basement eight dwelling unit residential building. new mechanical electrical and plumbing distribution. occupancy group r-2. construction classification iii-a
Valuation:
$150,000
Permit #:
101063245
Status:
issued
Fee:
$2,202
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Nonstructural interior preparatory demolition: removal of drywall/non-load bearing partitons and mep. all other work under application/permit # 101063245. locations: 8 residential unit(s) 0 non-residential unit(s) 1 interior common areas interior of basement 1st 2nd
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
B200414832
Status:
issued
Fee:
$538
Permit Type:
Nonstructural int...
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc deconvert 2 units to 1 unit at 2nd floor three-story masonry single-family residence w/basement interior alterations to 1st & 2nd flrs basement level m.e.p. work to coordinate w/work at 1st & 2nd flrs modernize electrical plumbing and mechanical systems configure 2nd floor kitchen for use as a bedroom new interior partitions & doors per plans occupancy type r-5 construct... see more
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
101047408
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,156
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior tenant build-out of existing restaurant space to restaurant. scope of work includes architectural plumbing mechanical and electrical work. no change to demising walls
Valuation:
$150,000
Permit #:
101061781
Status:
issued
Fee:
$2,384
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair replacement: 10000 sq. ft lintel qty. 2 max. length 25. parapet rebuilding: 412 sq. ft. location: facade repairs
Valuation:
$100,000
Permit #:
B200407504
Status:
issued
Fee:
$625
Permit Type:
Masonry work
Building Type:
N/A
Permit revision/addendum to self cert dob #101061781. dob #101061781 is a construction permit issued for a restaurant buildout in an existing building; this permit addendum is for an electrical transformer and only includes the electrical discipline
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
101073627
Status:
complete
Fee:
$675
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbc: initial permit for new rooftop amenity deck on 3 story 1 basement 4 dwelling unit residential building. occupancy group r-2. construction classiffication iii-a
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
101059696
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,825
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Sc 2019 cbc: permit for renovation of individual apartment on 15th floor in 30 story residential building. fire proof (old code). occupancy r-2
Valuation:
$100,000
Permit #:
101061814
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,323
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr - 2019 cbc - interior renovation to convert existing commercial space to a daycare at existing 2 story masonry building. remove and replace existing rear wood stairs. (occupancy e2 & r2 construction type iiia) (**conditional permit subject to field inspections)
Valuation:
$80,000
Permit #:
101041992
Status:
issued
Fee:
$3,775
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
2019 cbc spr interior alterations to existing 2 story masonry building with dry storage and low hazard storage uses to correct building violations to remove nightclub- marajuana growing facility-residential apartments-dj booth-dance floors-vrbo bedrooms to be removed. interior alterations for new 3400 sq ft banquet as per plans. **certified plans corrections: conditional permit subjec... see more
Valuation:
$80,000
Permit #:
101018814
Status:
suspended
Fee:
$3,525
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Nonstructural interior preparatory demolition: remove finishes electrical and plumbing systems limited to 2 stories of 1880's era residence prior to replacing aged non-conforming electrical and plumbing and damaged finishes. limited non-structural interior partitions to be removed. load-bearing walls and structures to remain and be protected first floor second floor. all other work to... see more
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
B200012458
Status:
issued
Fee:
$377
Permit Type:
Nonstructural int...
Building Type:
N/A
Self-cert 2019 cbrc: occupancy group b interior renovation of theatre in existing ground floor tenant space. b occupancy type iii-a const. no hvac work - existing to remain
Valuation:
$190,000
Permit #:
101028626
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,775
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc - revision to permit 101047408. scope includes demolition and removal of non structural partitions at the third floor removal of electrical fixtures and wiring removal of one existing eater closet and onew existing shower. install one electrical receptacle lifht fixture w/switch and hardwired smoke detector at the third floor of the a single family residence occupancy ty... see more
Valuation:
$2,000
Permit #:
101059870
Status:
issued
Fee:
$705
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: remove and replace existing rear stair for 1 story 1 unit residential building with new wood stair per plans. work performed in response to inspection building code violation. (occupancy: r-2 const. type.: va)
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
101034561
Status:
expired
Fee:
$377
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc interior alteration to basement level and addition an additional dwelling unit (legalize) to an existing 2 unit residential building (occupancy r-5 classification) (type iii-a construction)
Valuation:
$12,000
Permit #:
101059955
Status:
issued
Fee:
$2,088
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior alteration of existing interior room and closets in an existing single family household residence to a den bathroom and closet with mechanical plumbing and electrical interior alterations. there is no increase in building area or change to building footprint
Valuation:
$40,000
Permit #:
100987381
Status:
complete
Fee:
$600
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Scope: roof recover. area: 905 sq. ft. roof covering: other. location: main roof as well as roof over enclosed stair. il roofing contractor license: 104019691
Valuation:
$30,000
Permit #:
B200012468
Status:
issued
Fee:
$200
Permit Type:
Reroofing
Building Type:
N/A
New quick service restaurant in existing building. new elecrical and plumbing distribution; no vent scope of work
Valuation:
$100,000
Permit #:
100987840
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,675
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New bakery in existing building. new plumbing and electrical distribution and new commercial kitchen equipment
Valuation:
$200,000
Permit #:
100983633
Status:
expired
Fee:
$1,575
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Finnegan Development Inc License info
Verified License
| Status | Active |
| County | Cook County |
| Type | Carpentry |
| Date Issued | 02-10-2026 |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of May 2026.
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Verified License
| Status | Active |
| County | Cook County |
| Type | General With Trades |
| Date Issued | 02-10-2026 |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of May 2026.
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Verified License
| Status | Active |
| County | Cook County |
| Type | Painter |
| Date Issued | 02-10-2026 |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of May 2026.
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Verified License
| License # | TGC052576 |
| Status | Active |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | General Contractor (Class D) |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of May 2026.
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License Not Verified
| License # | TGC5279 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Chicago |
| Type | General Building Contractor |
| Class | C - $5,000,000 PROJECT CEILING |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of June, 2025. Check the current license status of Finnegan Development Inc with the City of Chicago
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Inactive License
| License # | 22LICC-0079 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Evanston |
| Type | Gc Commercial |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- According to the City of Evanston Building and Inspection Services, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | D $2,000,000 Project Ceiling |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- According to the City of Chicago Data Portal, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | C $5,000,000 Project Ceiling |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- According to the City of Chicago Data Portal, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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136
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Allstate |
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | Allstate |
111
Permits
- Building permit records show that Finnegan Development Inc has worked on 111 permitted projects.
Finnegan Development Inc Employees
Jim Finnegan
Owner