1124 North 40th Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1124 North 40th Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 14 permits, 4 not closed, and 60 violations, 4 open.
- 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 1124 North 40th Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 4 open violations.
- Commercial building permit Oct 2026Issued
For level ii interior alterations to subdivide an existing bi-level tenant space (formerly space #2) to become space #2 at 1st floor and space #4 at 2nd floor with a fit-out and partial change in use and occupancy classification in space #4 to group f-2 artist studio & artisan industrial. existing building is not sprinklered. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2021 iebc. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. if site conditions vary, contact design professsional prior to start of work.
- Zoning permit Aug 2026Issued
Artist studios and artisan industrial.
- Electrical permit Oct 2022Completed
Install a 300amp service, wiring throughout, install light fixtures normal & emergency, switches, sensors and receptacles. provide power for the mechanical & hvac equipment. install equipment and devices on the existing fire alarm panel. all work in accordance with the 2017 nec & 2016 nfpa-72.
- General permit minor Sep 2022Completed
Ez windows and doors permit- for replacement of exterior windows and doors without submitting plans by meeting the conditions and design limitations below. any deviations from this permit standard will result in permit revocation. replacing windows in space #1 on the first floor.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2022Completed
Remove and replace some fixtures in same location, and re pipe some new fixtures and piping. connect to existing sewer and domestic water hot and cold.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Aug 2022Completed
For the installation of hvac appliances, equipment, ductwork and registers/diffusers per approved plans and manufacturer's specifications.
- Commercial building permit Aug 2022Completed
For level ii interior alterations (tenant fit-out) with a partial change in occupancy in space #1 at the 1st floor of the existing two (2) story structure to create a group a-3 community center. building is not sprinklered. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 iebc. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. if site conditions vary, contact design professional prior to start of work.
- Zoning permit Jul 2022Issued
Public, civic, and institutional - community center
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2021Expired
For the installation of an hvac mechanical system to include split system units, air devices, diffusers/registers/grilles, and associated ductwork. appliance to be installed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other work.
- Commercial building permit Oct 2020Completed
For alterations to the exterior of an existing structure to include the removal of an existing exterior window and the installation of a new rolldown security gate with a 0.45 u-value fenestration rating. (iebc 2018, work-area method, lvl i alterations)
- Plumbing permit Jun 2019Completed
Rough in 4 toilets, 4 sinks, 2 water heaters, 1 mop sink.
- Electrical permit Apr 2019Completed
All new f/a installation as required by code nfpa 72 and as shown in plans. all new electric installation as shown in plan and as required by code nec 2008(north dist)
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Sunoco 0004 8132, 3750 W Girard Ave (1,500 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,800 ft
Silvi Concrete Of Philadelphia and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
800 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
750 ft
School of the Future (750 ft), Inquiry CS (2,250 ft), Philadelphia Learning Academy - West (2,300 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.2 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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