9942 South Western Avenue, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 9942 South Western Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 12 permits, 8 not closed, and 10 violations, 5 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 9942 South Western Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
8 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 5 open violations.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Jul 2026Active
Spr 2019 cbrc: renovation of existing office spaces interior alterations and renovations, new mechanical, electrical, & plumbing upgrades(occupancy group b; type iiia construction)
- Permit – express permit program Sep 2025Suspended
Line voltage electrical work. new permanent 800 amp service disconnecting means with 2 circuits. receptacle outlets: 1 . lighting outlets: 1. specific location: garrage.
- Permit – express permit program Aug 2024Complete
Revision to permit#100946273 / 101055546 change general , electrical, pliumbing and mason contractors
- Permit - reinstate revoked pmt Jul 2024
Reinstate permi tno 100946273, must begin work and or request inspections no later than
- Permit - renovation/alteration Feb 2022Active
Proposed roof deck, rear 2 space parking pad, convert existing 2 story/2nd floor unit mixed use building to two 2nd floor units. 1st floor office space to remain, per plans.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Aug 2021Phased permitting
Interi or demolition at 2 story masonry aparment building with first floor commercial per plans
- Permit - easy permit process Aug 2019
Complete roof tear off (s.a.e.)
- Permit – express permit program Aug 2010Complete
Up grade to 200 amp service
- Permit – express permit program Dec 2009Complete
Low voltage alarm
- Permit - easy permit process Sep 2009
Revision to permit # 100299348 to change general contracot mgl remodeling.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Sep 2009Complete
Interior alterations to office suite 203 per plans
- Permit - signs Jan 2006
Awning over front door front side of building no lites 386604
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: Chicago Park Dist., 2460 West 102nd St. (1,550 ft), open. 1 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
1,600 ft
Sutherland Elem School (1,600 ft), Southeast Elem School (3,650 ft), Kellogg Elem School (4,950 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.3 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- 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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- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
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