1917 South Sawyer Avenue, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 1917 South Sawyer Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 13 permits, 8 not closed, and 39 violations, 25 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 1917 South Sawyer Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
8 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 25 open violations.
- Permit – express permit program Sep 2025Complete
For permit 101051905: replacement plumbing contractor. new contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Mar 2025Active
2019 cbrc: interior demolition and reconstruction of a fire-damaged 3-story 3-family apartment building with basement. no change in apartment layout or number of apartments. the work includes new interior partitions, fixtures, appliances, flooring, roof, windows and doors replacement. new structural steel columns & beams will be added in the basement with partial new slab at habitable areas with new mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems thru-out. the current occupancy group r-5 and type iiib construction shall remain and be restored. located at 1913 s. sawyer avenue within rt-4 zoning. the existing use/occupancy and residential group r-5 shall remain as residential group r-5 (conditional permit subject to field inspections)
- Permit - easy permit process Jun 2023
Change of hvac contractor permit #100981483 to ampi services.
- Permit - easy permit process Sep 2022
Perform foundation work only as permitted on permit no 100981483 adding lopez plumbing for drainage and sewer work on the same
- Permit - new construction Jul 2022Expired
New construction of a single-family home across multiple sites.
- Permit - easy permit process Sep 2021
Remove/replace up to (90 sq ft)of brick using same like and kind.tuckpointing
- Permit - easy permit process Mar 2018
Revision to permit # 100644894 to change general contractor to h & a construction inc.
- Permit - easy permit process Dec 2016
Revision to permit #100644894 to change the plumber of record to zuniga'a plumbing, inc.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Oct 2016Complete
Interior renovation of existing 3 story 3 unit residence, including replacement of existing mechanical systems, new plumbing distribution and fixtures and electrical distribution and fixtures. replacement of existing exterior glazing, minor exterior repairs including limited tuck-pointing and demolition and replacement of rear porch.**certified corrections- - subject to field inspections & audit **
- Permit - wrecking/demolition Feb 2008Complete
Demolition of a two story , two unit brick bldg with bsmt.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Aug 2007Complete
Interior alterations to an existing 2 story building per plan
- Permit - renovation/alteration Jun 2007Complete
Interior renovation of existing 2 flat, add garden unit (3 du total). replace existing open wood porch, same size and location, per plans. demolish existing detached garage, provide 3 paved parking spaces.
Chicago Department of Buildings
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
7 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Public Building Commission Of Chicago, 3315 West Ogden (900 ft), open. 5 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
600 ft
Chilo Manufacturing Plating Co and 4 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
Legacy Elem Charter School (1,100 ft), North Lawndale Prep Chtr - Christ (1,550 ft), Kanoon Elem Magnet School (1,700 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.2 mi
Chicago Midway (MDW). Aircraft may be audible under approach paths.
FAA large-hub airports
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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Chicago carries a full corporate economy at a price the coasts do not match. Neighborhoods are distinct and walkable, two and three flats are everywhere, and the Loop still sets the commute for finance, law and consulting.
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