1248-1254 West Thorndale Avenue, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 1248-1254 West Thorndale Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 11 permits, 7 not closed, and 8 violations, 2 open.
- What is the 2026 conforming loan limit in Cook County?
- $832,750 for a single-unit home, per FHFA. Larger loans are jumbo loans.
- Is radon a problem here?
- EPA radon zone 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 1248-1254 West Thorndale Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated tornado and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
7 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Permit – express permit program Oct 2026Complete
For permit 101076020: replacement general contractor. replacement electrical contractor. replacement plumbing contractor. replacement other contractor. replacement other contractor. new contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. change of owner for permit 101076020. new owner listed on this permit.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Feb 2026Active
Dds 2019 cbrc: interior demolition of nonstructural partitions and mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems in a masonry 2-story building. current use: existing elementary school (e-1) and church (a-3) with basement (no change). construction type: iii-a (no change). consultant reviewer: v3 companies of il
- Permit - signs Dec 2020
Sign #2: externally lit freestanding carved wood sign on south elevation
- Permit - signs Oct 2020
Sign #1: externally lit carved wood sign on east elevation
- Permit – express permit program Aug 2019Complete
**electrical only permit**install a new 800a 3ph 240v service with(1) new 400a 3ph sub panel and (1) new 200a 1ph sub panel. install 6 wifi extenders (4) power feeds for ac units
- Permit - easy permit process Oct 2018
Spot tuckpointing (zero units)two stories driveway parking.
- Permit - easy permit process Mar 2018
Tuckpointing - no structural work - 200 sqft
- Permit – express permit program Oct 2011Complete
Addition to existing low voltage alarm system for monitoring
- Permit - easy permit process Nov 2009
Remove\replace 8 3 ft. lintels, same as existing, tuckpoint across top, 300 sq. ft. caulk open joints on roof. same as existing.
- Permit - easy permit process Feb 2008
Unit 3w bathroom only : replace plumbing fixtures electrical fixtures and replace floor and wall tile. all work same as existing. outstanding violation noted at property, future compliance required.
- Permit - renovation/alteration May 2007Complete
Porch replacement: replace two open frame porches, as per plans. same size and location, no electrical work under this permit. existing concrete footings. exist. porch roof to remain.
Chicago Department of Buildings
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: tornado, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Tubring, Sam, 5734 North Broadway Avenue (1,450 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,650 ft
Metalmasters. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
300 ft
Gauler, John, Houses. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
Radon potential
Moderate
Average indoor levels of 2 to 4 pCi/L. EPA still suggests testing ground-floor and basement units.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
1,100 ft
Swift Elem Specialty School (1,100 ft), Senn High School (1,250 ft), Hayt Elem School (2,400 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Sinkhole-prone ground
Limestone karst
The bedrock here (dolostone (dolomite), Silurian) can dissolve and open sinkholes. Ask for a geotechnical report and check whether sinkhole coverage is in the insurance policy.
USGS Karst in the United States (OFR 2014-1156)
Conforming loan limit 2026
$832,750
Cook County. Mortgages up to this amount qualify for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac pricing. Above it, the loan is a jumbo with stricter terms.
FHFA Conforming Loan Limit Values, one-unit
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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
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