9711-9717 South Western Avenue, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 9711-9717 South Western Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 15 permits, 8 not closed, and 16 violations, 7 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 9711-9717 South Western Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated tornado and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
8 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 7 open violations.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Dec 2023Cancelled
Self cert 2019 cbc: interior demolition and interior buildout of existing single story retail space for white box as per plans.
- Permit - easy permit process May 2023
Replace (1) furnace.
- Permit - easy permit process May 2023
Replace the existing split system with one heil 4 ton split system, air cooled, r410a, located on the roof.
- Permit - easy permit process May 2023
Replace drywall ceiling & walls,windows,soffits,flooring,tile,kitchen backsplash,cabinets,tuckpointing,mortar replace some bricks.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Jan 2021Expired
Self cert: interior remodel of an existing retail space - no increase in size or occupancy, class f
- Permit - signs May 2020
Permanent, non-illuminated awning with 27 sq/ft of text; west elevation
- Permit - renovation/alteration Feb 2020Complete
Interior build-out of an existing 1-story tenant space. build-out scope includes minor demolition of the existing space in preparation for new interior partitions, ceilings, lighting and finishes. scope also includes providing a new stoop, new toilets, a new mop sink, and modified electrical & mechanical systems.current use: vacant
- Permit - renovation/alteration Jun 2019Complete
Self-cert: interior alterations for chiropractic office (medical services) e-business occupancy in existing single story storefront space. previous occupancy was e-business, alterations are interior non-load bearing and include construction of (2) private and (1) open exam room, discovery (conference) room, (1) private office, x-ray room with illinois emergency management agency approved shielding, janitor closet. hvac work consists of duct extensions to new rooms. no plumbing work this permit. (2) existing accessible toilet rooms and other plumbing existing to remain.
- Permit - renovation/alteration May 2017Complete
A complete facade remodel of existing 1-story tenant office spaces located from 9715 south western to 9719 south western. scope of work includes providing & installing new canvas awnings & steel frames, a new aluminum anodized storefront system in the existing opening & new led lighting at the entry & exit doors.
- Permit - signs Jul 2016
Installation of awning over door and windows front side of building no lights
- Permit - easy permit process Jun 2016
Repair to roof and parapet wall (south) tuckpointing 100 sqf.all work same as existing
- Permit - renovation/alteration Jun 2016Complete
Interior renovation of existing tenant office space. renovation includes demolition of existing space in preparation for new interior partitions, ceilings, lighting and finishes as it relates to new toilets, a new mechanical room and a new janitor's closet. also includes, the reworking of existing hvac, electrical and plumbing. current use: office proposed use: office
Chicago Department of Buildings
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: tornado, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
6 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Evergreen Plaza Assoc., 9719 South Western Ave. (100 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
2,400 ft
Sutherland Elem School (2,400 ft), Kellogg Elem School (3,400 ft), Southeast Elem School (3,800 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.0 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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