1 Convention Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1 Convention Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 8 not closed, and 2 violations.
- What is the 2026 conforming loan limit in Philadelphia 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 1 Convention Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area very low overall.
Permits and code violations
8 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Commercial building permit Jul 2026Completed
Level ii interior alterations (no change of occupancy) for renovations to existing hospital facility to enlarge waiting room on mezzanine level as per approved plans and pa doh approval. existing building fully sprinklered. *2021 iebc review* **separate permits required for any mep or fire suppression work**
- Electrical permit Jul 2026Completed
Work includes the removal and relocation of existing devices. provide new lighting fixtures, lighting controls, furniture power, and receptacle outlets, including all associated branch circuit wiring, conduit and fittings required to accommodate the renovated layout. all work to be perform according to the 2017 nec and per approved plans.
- Electrical permit Mar 2026Completed
Furnish and install power distribution and lighting control systems for a healthcare facility. work includes installation of control devices, wiring, receptacle outlets and associated components required for operation of lighting and power systems. all work shall be performed in accordance with the 2017 nec and per approved plans.
- Commercial building permit Mar 2026Completed
For level i alterations to include new finishes, equipment, millwork as per approved plans. separate permits required for any mep or fire suppression work.
- Electrical permit Dec 2025Completed
Install 6 dedicated circuits for new signs on outside of building as per 2017 nec.
- General permit Dec 2025Completed
Install two illuminated wall signs as per pa engineer stamped plans. see zoning zp-2025-006604
- Zoning permit Nov 2025Issued
For the erection of two (2) statically illuminated building identification wall signs (id1: 164’-0” x 4’-6”) & (id2: 164’-0” x 4’-6”) and the erection of one (1) staticaly illuminated freestanding sign (mnt2: 47’-0” x 4’-6”) accessory to an existing hospital complex. size and location as shown on the application/plan.
- General permit Aug 2025Completed
For the erection of two (2) accessory non-illuminated wall signs on existing pedestrian bridges spanning the convention ave and s 34th st rights-of-way as per approved plans and in accordance with philadelphia art commission approval. see sr-2025-030372 for streets department approval.
- Commercial building permit Jun 2025Completed
For a level i interior alteration to an existing tenant space in the interview room in the emercy department. alterations to to limited to installation of new window and door per approved plans and doh approval. **if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work.** separate permits to be obtained for all other work.**
- Zoning permit Jun 2025Issued
Construct one (1) freestanding wall, 48'-4" x 2'-0" 4'-6" tall
- Plumbing permit Sep 2023Completed
Relocation of an existing hand washing sink within the emergency department x-ray room. existing supply cold and hot water piping to be relocated to new sink location. new waste and vent lines to connect to existing main tee connections.
- Electrical permit Sep 2023Completed
Demo (1) duplex receptacle, (1) light switch, (2) light fixtures, (1) nurse call device, and (1) diir card reader. re-install all demoed devices plus (1) new receptacle in same room after architectural renovations . connect devices to existing circuiting in space. all work to be done under 2017 nec.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Very Low
No single natural hazard ranks high for this area.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Childrens Hosp Of Phila, 34th St & Civic Center Blvd (350 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
600 ft
Schuylkill River Trail. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,200 ft
Exelon Corp Schuylkill Generating Station and 7 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
400 ft
230 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
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
3,450 ft
Powel Samuel Sch (3,450 ft), Science Leadership Academy MS (3,450 ft), Greenfield Albert M Sch (4,200 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.9 mi
Philadelphia International (PHL). Aircraft may be audible under approach paths.
FAA large-hub airports
Conforming loan limit 2026
$832,750
Philadelphia 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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