5412 South Kimbark Avenue, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 5412 South Kimbark Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 12 permits, 5 not closed, and 22 violations, 21 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 5412 South Kimbark Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 21 open violations.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Aug 2023Expired
Spr 2019 cbrc: interior & exterior alterations to include a new 2 story rear addition with basement & rear porch at an existing masonry and wood 2-story townhouse as per plans. (occupancy: r-5; construction type va)**certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit **
- Permit - easy permit process Jun 2022
Revision to permit no. 100942580 to modify the stair width dimension on basement floor plan sheet a-4 to 32". this change will allow the existing first floor framing at stair opening to remain."
- Permit – express permit program Jun 2022Complete
Replace electrical contractor to switch electric, inc on permit number 100942580
- Permit - wrecking/demolition Jun 2022Complete
Wreck and remove a 1 1/2 story frame residence
- Permit - wrecking/demolition Jun 2022Complete
Wreck and remove a 1 1/2 story frame residence
- Permit - renovation/alteration Feb 2022Expired
Interior renovations per plans at existing iii-b single family residence in rt-4 zoning district. no change of use or occupancy. no change to building massing. work includes underpinning and concrete work at basement, fit out of basement for living, reconfiguration of kitchen at first floor, and reconfiguration of second floor.(conditional permit subject to field inspections)
- Permit - renovation/alteration Nov 2021Complete
Demolition of existing semi-enclosed one story rear porch and construction of new open rear porch. property is an r-5 attached single family house of type iii-b construction with one dwelling unit and a two story primary dwelling unit in an rt-4 district. no changes in use/occupancy.
- Permit - easy permit process Oct 2014
Remove\replace 30 sheets of drywall throughout sfr, remove\replace plumbing fixtures in kitchen & bathroom. remove\replace tile & hardwood floors. repair & paint window frames, repair stairway & porch as necessary.
- Permit – express permit program Sep 2014Complete
Remove and replace electrical fixtures, outlets and receptacles at this single family residency.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Jun 2012Complete
Interior alterations for removal of rear stairway, 4 replacement windows, 1 new window, replace kitchen sink, relocate 1st floor powder room, new finishes throughout first floor, new landing at front stair & removal of kitchen at basement level per plans
- Permit – express permit program May 2012Complete
200amp single phase service 120/240 volts at two story single family house
- Permit - easy permit process Jul 2007
Hot water heater (replacement only): qty 1
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
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: University Of Chicago/Real Estate Operations, 1330 East 53rd Street (700 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
800 ft
Murray Elem Language Academy (800 ft), Ray Elem School (1,900 ft), Kozminski Elem Community Academy (1,950 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.1 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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