The Landmarks Commission is guided pretty heavily by staff recommendations, and the ordinance specifies criteria for recognition. Are there any Class L designations that you would argue are unworthy?
The "stable that survived the Fire" is an urban legend I've never found any confirmation for. (A three-story brick stable with windows? In 1870?). The building was Abson's Chop House in the 1890s.
from Chicago and Its Makers