Updated: Jun 02, 2026
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1040 W HURON, Chicago, IL, 60642
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Urban Works, Ltd Architect
Urban Works, Ltd, 1040 W Huron, Chicago, IL (Owned by: Urban Works Ltd) holds a General Contractor (Class C) license and 5 other licenses according to the City of Chicago license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 101 ranks in the top 12% of 65,686 Illinois licensed contractors.
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Urban Works, Ltd Contact Information
Phone Number: (847) 321-1163
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Address: 1040 W HURON, Chicago, IL 60642
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Urban Works, Ltd Chicago
Quality
101
88th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Urban Works, Ltd has a BuildZoom score of 101, which places them above 88% of 65,686 contractors in Illinois.
Activity
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2 projects
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2025 |
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1 project
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2024 |
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2 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Urban Works, Ltd has worked on at least
5.0 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.
Pricing
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1 project
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< $5k |
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1 project
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$20k-$50k |
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2 projects
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$250k-$500k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $297,141. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Scope: nonstructural interior install of anti-fracture membrane to existing floor tile. locations: 0 residential unit(s) 0 non-residential unit(s) 1 interior common areas first floor lobby
Valuation:
$318,317
Permit #:
B200430499
Status:
issued
Fee:
$325
Permit Type:
Nonstructural int...
Building Type:
N/A
Dds 2019 cbrc: new 1 story addition to existing type 3b building. addition to be type 3a separated by new 4 hr firewall. consultant reviewer: v3 companies of il
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
101067769
Status:
issued
Fee:
$6,308
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: remove existing wood decking boards from roof top deck area and replace with new composite decking in same location. (occupancy group r-5; type iii-a construction)
Valuation:
$297,141
Permit #:
101044765
Status:
suspended
Fee:
$377
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Self-cert 2019 cbrc: full interior renovation of all 8 apartments and common stairwell. we will addition one bathroom in each unit for a total of four (4) new bathrooms. construction will include all new hvac systems modified electric to accommodate plan changes all new plumbing fixtures all new windows new appliances new cabinets new trim and flooring.(occupancy group r-2 const. type... see more
Valuation:
$1,200,000
Permit #:
100935021
Status:
complete
Fee:
$5,294
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Work in unit 4 only: replace drywall floor (wood/tile) counters & cabinets.paint.replace of kitchen and bathroom fixtures and all associated piping- electrical must be pulled under separate all work same as existing
Valuation:
$40,000
Permit #:
101009962
Status:
issued
Fee:
$400
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodeling unit 58k2 finishes, including(10) plumbing fixtures, (3)toilets, (2)showers, (5)sinks with associated piping with corresponding vanties, (10)doors, (1150 s ft)of carpet, tile flooring, new wood floors, (23)lineal ft kitchen cabinets and appliances
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
100949327
Status:
issued
Fee:
$400
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Tuckpoint and replace appx 140 bricks on entire structure- -(no structural work)- all work same as existing; subject to field inspections
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
100977955
Status:
issued
Fee:
$352
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Unit #3607. replace 50 sq ft drywall new hardwood floors kitchen cabinets kitchen appliances/plumbing fixtures. no structural changes
Valuation:
$90,000
Permit #:
100824062
Status:
issued
Fee:
$325
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to change of plumbing contractor permit #100932538 torei plumbing and construction
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
100944038
Status:
issued
Fee:
$75
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Repair & replace 4000sqft of bricks and tuckpointing - no structural work - 5400 sqft
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
100932538
Status:
issued
Fee:
$352
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New garage
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
100968231
Status:
issued
Fee:
$550
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Work in unit 2 only: repairs to broken glass block.replace (1) toilet (2) shower heads and (1) kitchen sink, closet systems (rod shelves drawers)cabinetry & countertops.repairs only to drywall.paint.replace (5) wood decking boards at front elevation balcony- (no electrical work under this permit) all work same as existing
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
101026884
Status:
issued
Fee:
$475
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: full interior remodel of all 6 apartments and common stairwell. construction will include all new hvac systems updated electric lighting and receptacles all new plumbing fixtures all new windows new appliances new cabinets new trim and flooring.interior stair to be rebuilt to bring up to current code requirements. exciting garage to be demolished and converted to a park... see more
Valuation:
$700,000
Permit #:
100965510
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,390
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: revision to permit #100935021 updated drawings to reflect rear porch as separate permit; new basement stair; new stair railings; updated drawings to show tread and riser replaced at building lobby entry; addition of wall between laundry and furnace; new double joists und tubs; revised hvac duct and register layout; update electrical outlets per field conditions. work fo... see more
Valuation:
$2,318,139
Permit #:
100961643
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,933
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: addition a roof deck on an exsiting garage. addition steel staircase to new roof deck reinforce garage roof to support new work. all work per plans.(occupancy class r-3; construction type iiia)
Valuation:
$70,000
Permit #:
100916218
Status:
expired
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Replacing (550 sq ft)of drywall, (15)linel feet of cabinets, re-install (340 sf of tile)and replacing three plumbing fixtures, one toilet and two sinks with associated piping.subject to field inspection
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
100929804
Status:
issued
Fee:
$400
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
***self cert*** interior renovation of unit 4006 only. all work per plans in an existing mixed use building
Valuation:
$800,000
Permit #:
100848093
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,064
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior tenant improvements to a 2nd floor space for a new business school (business support services) within an existing retail 3-story building. conditional permit subject to field inspections
Valuation:
$230,000
Permit #:
100300357
Status:
complete
Fee:
$7,576
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Rehabilitation of a 45-dwelling unit 4-story residential building with fence and trash enclosure. address range includes: 3718-28 west douglas blvd and 1331-39 south independence blvd
Valuation:
$6,572,852
Permit #:
100121396
Status:
complete
Fee:
$96,392
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation (interior build-out) of the existing study (4th floor) as per plans conditional approval subject to audit and field inspections
Valuation:
$150,000
Permit #:
100411438
Status:
complete
Fee:
$587
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Urban Works, Ltd License info
Verified License
| License # | TGC102979 |
| Status | Active |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | General Contractor (Class C) |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of June 2026.
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Verified License
| License # | 13394 |
| Status | Active |
| State | North Carolina |
| Type | Architect |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of January 2026.
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License Not Verified
| License # | 184000710 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Illinois |
| Type | Design Firm Prof Reg |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of April, 2017. Check the current license status of Urban Works, Ltd with the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | C $5,000,000 Project Ceiling |
- According to the City of Chicago Data Portal, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | C $5,000,000 Project Ceiling |
- According to the City of Chicago Data Portal, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | C $5,000,000 Project Ceiling |
- According to the City of Chicago Data Portal, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.
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101
BuildZoom Score
15
Permits
- Building permit records show that Urban Works, Ltd has worked on 15 permitted projects.
Urban Works, Ltd Employees
RN
Robert Edward Natke
Owner
UL
Urban Works Ltd
Owner