1252 N WELLS ST, Chicago, IL is a rental building in Old Town, Chicago. See every violation, 311 complaint, tenant review, and the LucidIQ score — before you sign a lease.
Old Town · March 2026
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Old Town is Chicago charm distilled — the Second City comedy club, cobblestoned streets near Wells, and a mix of historic row houses and newer condos. It bridges the energy of Lincoln Park with the polish of the Gold Coast.
DOB Violation — NO PERMIT FLAT SIGN
DOB Violation — MAINTAIN EXIT SIGN ILLUMINATED
DOB Violation — OBSTRUCTIONS IN EXIT WAY
DOB Violation — MAINTAIN EXIT SIGN ILLUMINATED
DOB Violation — REPAIR INTERIOR WALLS/CEILING
DOB Violation — ARRANGE PREMISE INSPECTION
DOB Violation — OBTAIN PERMIT BEFORE SIGN WORK
DOB Violation — REPAIR DOOR, INT.
DOB Violation — PROVIDE
DOB Violation — ARRANGE PERMIT INSP.
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