828 North Karlov Avenue, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 828 North Karlov Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 12 permits, 6 not closed, and 41 violations, 30 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 828 North Karlov Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated tornado and inland flooding risk.
Permits and code violations
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 30 open violations.
- Permit - easy permit process May 2023
Complete roof replacement.
- Permit – express permit program Oct 2022Complete
Correct violations at above adress #13854056,,also upgrade service from 100 to 200 amp service install a 4 gang metersocket (3) units and (1) public to be installed in accord with city of chicago building and electrical code
- Permit - easy permit process Jun 2020
Garage
- Permit - easy permit process Mar 2019
New garage only.
- Permit - easy permit process Jan 2019
Permit to remove work done without a permit; removing steel storage shed/garage; carport and canopy
- Permit – express permit program Nov 2018Complete
Contractor name change
- Permit - renovation/alteration Nov 2018Complete
Replace (1) rear open wood porch with (1) new metal porch on (2-1/2) brick multi-family building, same size & location, per plans.
- Permit - easy permit process Oct 2018
New side fence w/ gate 5 x 6'high; rear 116 x 6 ft high only
- Permit - renovation/alteration Jul 2018Complete
Interior alterations on existing (3) story building w/ 3 dwelling units, rear porch replacement, per plans
- Permit – express permit program Jan 2016Complete
Installation of low voltage burglar alarm interior work only # 573-77257
- Permit – express permit program Dec 2014Complete
Installation of low voltage burglar alarm interior work only # 4011-99366
- Permit - easy permit process Jun 2012
Complete roof tear-off: remove and replace shingle and plywood as needed - no structural work
Chicago Department of Buildings
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: tornado, inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
8 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 4000 West, Inc., 4002 West Chicago Avenue (750 ft), open. 5 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
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
1,050 ft
Orr Academy High School (1,050 ft), KIPP One Academy (1,050 ft), Piccolo Elem Specialty School (1,700 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.6 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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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- 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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- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
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- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
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