4857 South Kimbark Avenue, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 4857 South Kimbark Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 10 permits, 4 not closed, and 17 violations, 17 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 4857 South Kimbark Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area very low overall, with elevated cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 17 open violations.
- Permit – express permit program Apr 2016Complete
Convert existing 150 amp overhead service to underground service due to neighbor installing private pole. this work is to do the outside meter only, the existing panel inside is to remain as is.
- Permit - easy permit process Nov 2013
Replace existing roof materials shingles with new and repairs as needed. new artificial slate cladding for dormers to match color, texture, profile, coursing and lap exposure of exisiting.
- Permit - easy permit process Dec 2009
Revision to permit # 100283453 issued 05/13/2009 to change the hvac contractor to ehc corporation.
- Permit – express permit program Oct 2009Complete
Change of contractor only. all scope of work remains the same on building permit #100283453
- Permit - easy permit process Aug 2009
Change of mason contractor to permit #100283453. to jacobson masonry, inc.
- Permit - renovation/alteration May 2009Complete
Single family residence addition & remodeling, new garage, driveway replacement.
- Permit – express permit program Jan 2009Complete
Temporary electric service for construction purposes. 120/240 volt 100 amp.
- Permit - easy permit process Nov 2008
Interior demolition of interior finishes only per approved plans,all framing and exterior walls to remain. no plumbing or electrical work on this permit, full set of renovation plans to be submitted upon completion of interior demolition work.all work subject to field inspection.
- Permit – express permit program Nov 2008Complete
Disconnect all electrical for construction. install one temporary receptacle on one 20 amp. circuit.
- Permit – express permit program Nov 2006Complete
400a service upgrade.single meter.plan# 20981
Chicago Department of Buildings
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Very Low
Highest for this area: cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
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
550 ft
Shoesmith Elem School (550 ft), Kenwood Academy High School (1,750 ft), Little Black Pearl Arts Acad HS (1,850 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.2 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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