5443-5445 South Cornell Avenue, Chicago
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Permits and code violations
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 30 open violations.
- Permit - signs Dec 2024
5451 cornell - non-illuminated wall sign - (s cornell ave elevation) - 13'-6"hx 0'-8"w (9 sqft)
- Permit – express permit program Feb 2024Complete
Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 1000 sq. ft., lintel qty. 0, max. length 0. location: exterior masonry walls..
- Permit – express permit program Feb 2024Complete
**electrical only permit**furnish and install new 1200 amp service
- Permit - easy permit process Jul 2018
Masonry repairs to front stair only - tuckpointing and caulking joints at the front stairs
- Permit - renovation/alteration Feb 2012Complete
Repair existing 3 story open wood porches and replace existing enclosed center stairs 3 story stair structure. same size and location per architectural plans.
- Permit - easy permit process Jan 2012
Tuckpoint (north & south elevation) (no structural work)- all work same as existing; subject to field inspection
- Permit - renovation/alteration Sep 2008Complete
Porch repairs to bring to code as per plans
Chicago Department of Buildings
Safety and environment
Major airport
8.7 mi
Chicago Midway (MDW). Aircraft may be audible under approach paths.
FAA large-hub airports
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