4936 South Saint Lawrence Avenue, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 4936 South Saint Lawrence Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 7 permits, 3 not closed, and 29 violations, 23 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 4936 South Saint Lawrence Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area very low overall, with elevated cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 23 open violations.
- Permit - renovation/alteration May 2022Complete
Interior alterations, to convert from existing 3 d.u. to 4 d.u.(1 unit at basement level) and upgrades to the other units as per architect's plans, to an exiting three story brick building with basement as per architectural plans.the scope of work inlcudes: architectural, plumbing, hvac & electrical.current use: 3 dwelling units proposed used: 4 dwelling units
- Permit - renovation/alteration Apr 2015Complete
Exterior alterations to existing 3-d.u. to remove existing enclosed wood porch and replace with new open wood porch as per plans.
- Permit - easy permit process Mar 2014
Replace drywall, windows & doors as needed. tile.- electrical permit # 100528595- all work same as existing
- Permit – express permit program Feb 2014Complete
200a 4 meters service and interior/exterior wiring of outlets,switches and lights fixtures
- Permit - easy permit process Jun 2008
Repair/replace plumbing 8 fixtures,1 water heater & repair water lines as needed- all work same as existing; subject to field inspections
- Permit – express permit program Jun 2008Complete
We will install a single gang 200 amp 120/240v 3 wire single phase service.
- Permit - easy permit process May 2008
Masonry work only per violation - tuckpoint, repair chimney, replace gutter and downspout. subject to filed inspection. no other work to be done under this permit. no grinding and no power washing.
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
Brownfield site
350 ft
4958 S Forrestville Ave and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
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
1,300 ft
Bronzeville Academy Charter Sch (1,300 ft), Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts (1,300 ft), Reavis Elem Math & Sci Spec Schl (1,700 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.4 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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- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
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