3 South Stony Island Avenue, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 3 South Stony Island Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 15 permits, 6 not closed, and 7 violations, 1 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 3 South Stony Island 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
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Permit – express permit program Oct 2026Active
Low voltage/communication electrical work. install security. specific location: earl shapiro.
- Permit - signs Oct 2015
Led illuminated sign installed in existing brick building wall with 20 square feet of text x 2 sides.
- Permit - signs Oct 2015
Led illuminated sign installed in existing brick monument with 64 square feet of text.
- Permit – express permit program Aug 2015Complete
Install low voltage voice/data cabling
- Permit - new construction Sep 2013Complete
Permit expires on 11/20/2013 erection starts: 9/25/2013, erection ends: 9/28/2013. temporary canopies for the university of chicago lab school - frost event- sept 27, 2013.1 - 20'x30' canopy, 1- 40'x80' canopy. partytime / hdo productions, inc.
- Permit - easy permit process Jan 2013
Fences: 400ft 0in x 6ft 0in: qty 1
- Permit – express permit program Sep 2012Complete
Low voltage intercom
- Permit - elevator equipment Aug 2012
Installation of (1) 5 stop ecospace traction passenger elevator pursuant to plans submitted. installation to be made in compliance with city of chicago elevator code & subject to field inspection by city of chicago elevator bureau.
- Permit - new construction Feb 2012Complete
New construction: 4-story, 136,624 sq.ft. masonry school--building permit. green roof: 15,187 sq.ft.
- Permit – express permit program Feb 2012Complete
Temporary electrical service for a construction site at 5800 s. stony island
- Permit - scaffolding Feb 2012
Erect a hydro mobile scaffold m2 series from 02/13/2012 to 02/13/2013.
- Permit - new construction Oct 2011Complete
Foundation permit for new 4-story structure with basement.
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
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: University Of Chicago - Doctor'S Hospital, 5800 South Stoney Island (50 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
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
1,500 ft
Bret Harte Elem School (1,500 ft), Ray Elem School (2,350 ft), Carnegie Elem School (2,500 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.5 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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- 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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