117 Vassar Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 117 Vassar Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 15 permits, 7 not closed, and 56 violations, 6 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 117 Vassar Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
7 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 6 open violations.
- Plumbing permit May 2022Completed
Repair/replace - ct, fai, md
- Plumbing permit Feb 2020Expired
Replace house drain,stack,waste and water lines to 3-water closets,3-lavs,3-showers/tubs,1-kitchen sink,1-laundry tub,1-dishwasher,1-washing machine and 1-water heater.the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2018
- Residential building permit Jul 2019Expired
For the construction of roof deck accessed by a roof deck access structure and alterations throughout an existing attached structure. for a single family household living. as per plans.
- Suppression permit Aug 2017Expired
For the installation of an automatic sprinkler system with a 1" combined fire & domestic service line for a three (3) story structure with a pilothouse. automatic sprinkler system installation in accordance with nfpa 13d.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2017Expired
Install stack, main drain, rough in and finish plumbing for 2 1/2 bathrooms and kitchen.the installation will comply with the philadephia plubming code 2004
- Mechanical permit Apr 2017Expired
Install of appliances and associated duck work per ez permit standard
- Alteration permit Mar 2017Expired
For interior/exterior alterations and renovation with the erection of roof deck and a pilot house in an existing single family dwelling as per plans,
- Zoning permit Mar 2017Completed
For the erection of roof deck accessed by a roof deck access structure in an existing single family household living, size and location as shown in the application/plan,
- Alteration permit Dec 2016Completed
Make safe permit to comply case no. 479152 all work to be done in accordance with engineer's report and approved plans. any work beyond the scope of the engineer's report requires separate permit. streets department permit is required for sidewalk closure.
- Use permit Mar 2014Completed
4 apartments and 1 restaurant
- Plumbing permit Mar 2013Completed
Replace curb traps storm and sanitary and main drain pa20130791158
- Plumbing permit Dec 2010Completed
House trap's and fresh air inlets
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Vinces Svc Sta, 5400 Ridge Ave (1,600 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,300 ft
Richardsapex Inc. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
100 ft
Wilde, John and Brother, Inc.. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
Radon potential
High
Average indoor levels here can exceed 4 pCi/L, EPA's action level. A $15 test kit settles it before you buy.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
2,150 ft
Cook-Wissahickon Sch (2,150 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
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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