2846-48 North Sheffield Avenue, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 2846-48 North Sheffield Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 14 permits, 6 not closed, and 7 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 2846-48 North Sheffield Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 5 open violations.
- Permit – express permit program Sep 2026Active
Repair or in-kind replacement of 1 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. includes repair or replacment of plumbing piping. locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), 1 interior common areas, basement bathroom, valve replacement, unit 1n..
- Permit - renovation/alteration Jun 2020Complete
Replace existing 2 story open frame porch same size and location as existing on the west elevation of a 2 story frame residential building
- Permit - renovation/alteration Oct 2018Complete
Repair/ reinforce existing porch structure in response to inspection violation #12357785 citation #cn070024
- Permit - easy permit process Sep 2016
Rebuild existing parapet wall about 300 sf. three chimney, install new caps and flashing. spout tuck point about 100sf.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Aug 2012Complete
Addition to an existing 3 story building with basement, new wood open porch and new masonry garage with roof deck as per plans.convert from 5 du and retail into 6 du
- Permit - easy permit process Nov 2009
Revision to permit 100213749 to revise size of roof deck, roof access doors to be exterior insulated doors ( not fire vated ) per plans. subject to field inspection
- Permit - elevator equipment Mar 2009
Furnish and install one hydraulic passenger elevator as per plans
- Permit - easy permit process Jan 2009
Revision to permit # 100213749 to change the address from 2846 n. sheffied to 2848 n. sheffield per house # certificate (00033211)
- Permit – express permit program Jan 2009Complete
Low voltage alarm system
- Permit – express permit program Nov 2008Complete
Electrical contractor change. scope of work is to remain the same as in original permit # 100213749
- Permit - wrecking/demolition Aug 2008Complete
Wreck and remove a 2 story multi family frame residence
- Permit - new construction Aug 2008Expired
Erect 8 d.u. masonry building with roof-top deck, detached 3-car & attached 2-car masonry garage w/ roof top deck,interior garage, 4' x 10'- 6ft high masonry trash enclosure, 25' long- 6ft high wood fence.
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
9 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Evirons Lincoln Holdings, Llc, 2706 North Lincoln Avenue (1,300 ft), open. 3 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
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
400 ft
Harriet Tubman Elem School (400 ft), Alcott Elem School (2,750 ft), Hawthorne Elem Scholastic Academy (3,200 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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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 for the latest maintenance bill from a winter month, not a summer one: that's where the real cost of living there shows up.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
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