General Contractor in Near South Side, Chicago
Maya Construction Group is a licensed Chicago general contractor (#TCG039361) providing high-intent home remodeling on the Near South Side since 1998. We specialize in the structural execution, permit management, and system modernization of luxury contemporary high-rise penthouses, historic Prairie Avenue rowhouses, and industrial converted lofts near Michigan Avenue, Roosevelt Road, Cermak Road, and the scenic Museum Campus residential blocks.
Custom Kitchen Remodeling
Bathroom Remodeling
Whole-Home Renovations
Condo & Multi-Unit Updates
Navigating Near South Side Construction Standards
| Housing Type | Common Home Challenge | Maya’s Smooth Remodeling Solution |
| Luxury High-Rise Condos | Floor plans feel builder-grade or lack personal storage; strict property rules limit construction access hours. | We design custom integrated cabinetry walls to maximize your space and completely manage all building freight and staging logistics. |
| Historic Prairie Ave Rowhouses | Rooms feel dark and closed off; multi-story masonry walls require extensive structural reinforcement when opening interior layout lines. | We safely integrate hidden structural steel headers to enable bright open spaces while completely preserving the home’s historic integrity. |
| Industrial Brick & Concrete Lofts | Rigid concrete subfloors and exposed structures limit where you can easily move kitchen and bathroom plumbing connections. | We build smart architectural soffits to hide-route new lines cleanly without drilling your structural concrete slab. |
Near South Side Remodeling FAQs
Do I need building board approval and a city permit for my Near South Side remodel?
Yes, you will need approval from your building’s condo association or HOA board, and a permit from the Chicago Department of Buildings (DOB) for layout updates, wall adjustments, or major utility work.
Maya Construction Group prepares all required layout plans, technical drawings, and high-limit insurance certificates for your board's review, and we handle the full city permit process for you from start to finish.
How much does a full condo renovation or major layout overhaul cost on the Near South Side?
Because Near South Side properties demand premium luxury finishes, advanced sound-proofing materials, and strict high-rise freight staging, whole-home layout updates or major estate transformations typically range from $120,000 to $450,000+.
Updating expansive common living spaces or completing complex multi-room finish overhauls generally runs between $55,000 and $115,000+, depending entirely on the total square footage of your unit.
What is the cost and scope for a Near South Side kitchen or bathroom remodel?
Modernizing a kitchen or bath in a downtown high-rise or loft involves working around fixed concrete columns, matching strict building acoustic codes, and safely connecting to shared building plumbing stacks.
Beautiful, custom kitchen and primary bathroom transformations in the neighborhood generally range between $30,000 and $100,000, based on the custom cabinetry features, high-end fixtures, and premium stone surfaces you choose.
Downtown Chicago Construction Coverage
Neighboring service areas: South Loop | The Loop | Bridgeport
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