273 West Wisconsin Street, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 273 West Wisconsin Street have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 24 permits, 12 not closed, and 14 violations, 5 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 273 West Wisconsin Street 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
12 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 5 open violations.
- Permit – express permit program May 2015Complete
Disconnect switch for the dishwasher, update outlet to gfci, 4 can lights & switch replace pendant lights
- Permit - elevator equipment Mar 2014
Installation of (1) 950# cap., 5-stop, private residence passenger elevator pursuant to plans submitted. installation to be made in compliance with 2010 city of chicago elevator code. (for single family private residence use only.)
- Permit - renovation/alteration Mar 2014Complete
Revision to permit #100443664 to remove non-required sprinkler system in a new four story single family residence per plans
- Permit - new construction Nov 2012Complete
Construction of new 4-story with two basements sfr to include indoor basketball court per plan.
- Permit - elevator equipment Jan 2012
Install one (1) 5-stop, 40fpm,937.50lb.cap.max, 2-3/8" cables roped hydraulic private residence passenger elevator. must be a single family residence. pursuant to plans submitted
- Permit – express permit program Nov 2011Complete
Change of contractor to existing permit #100374668
- Permit – express permit program Aug 2011Complete
Wireing for tel, tv, speakers
- Permit - easy permit process Mar 2011
Revision to permit # 100333958 to change plumbing contractor & mason (brick) contractor
- Permit - easy permit process Mar 2011
Change plumber to og and hvac to sunrise temperature for original permit 100333958
- Permit - easy permit process Dec 2010
Revision of the permit # 100333958 to change general contractor to "ml development group".
- Permit - new construction Sep 2010Expired
New construction of (4) story with basement single family residence. scope of work includes (4) rain barrels for irrigation only, (3) roof decks, and 846 s.f. green roof over garage, breezeway, and at 4th floor. also includes new construction of (2) car garage attached to house by breezeway. green permit program benefit tier ii (chicago green homes 3 stars rating). self certification project subject to audit and field inspection.
- Permit - wrecking/demolition Sep 2010Complete
Removal of the foundation wall only. from below the ground 4 ft.
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
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Orleans Clark Holdings, Llc, 2036 North Clark Street (1,100 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
4,050 ft
Midwest Zinc Corp Chicago Facility 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
1,150 ft
LaSalle Elem Language Academy (1,150 ft), Lincoln Park High School (2,700 ft), Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad (2,900 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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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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- 18.9%
- residents aged 25 to 34
- 45%
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CME Group · Boeing suppliers · University of Chicago · Northwestern Medicine · United Airlines
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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.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
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