1204 Johnston Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1204 Johnston Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 18 permits, 1 not closed, and 2 violations, 2 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 1204 Johnston Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2024Expired
Replace water service 3/4"
- Plumbing permit Sep 2024Completed
Replace curb trap and fresh air inlet
- Mechanical permit Apr 2019Completed
Heating a/c 3 ton 1200 btu
- Plumbing permit Feb 2019Completed
Install 5 fixtures as per 2004 ppc
- Plumbing permit Sep 2018Completed
Install new stack, drain & water lines to 1 water closet, 1 lavy sink, 1 bath tub, 1 kitchen sink & 1 washer box - the installation will comply with the philadephia plubming code 2004 - the installation does not include garbage disposal or dishwasher
- Electrical permit Aug 2018Completed
Install new wiring throughout install new lighting and devices throughout install catv wiring as per 2008 nec.
- Mechanical permit Aug 2018Completed
Install and supply 70,000 btu gas furnace 92% eff reconnect existing ac system with ductwork thru out house
- Alteration permit Jun 2018Completed
Interior demo of non-load bearing walls only,interior alterations throughout, to include drywall, framing, sheetrock, new kitchen and new bathroom, new windows and doors in existing opening. applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standard for interior alterations, dated january 2011. deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties. note: contractor is listed as a "sole proprietor" and has no employees and/or workers compensation insurance - all subcontractors require separate licenses and insurance separate permits required for plumbing, electrical and mechanical work. no other work allowed under this permit.
- Electrical permit May 2018Completed
Install 100amp service complete with meter, panel & grounding, wire & install devices switches, duplex recepts, lights,smokes/co detectors as per 2008 nec (south district)
- Alteration permit May 2018Completed
Ez permit standards alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans..
- Plumbing permit Jun 2017Completed
5" curb trap and 4" hosue drain pa20171780193(sfd)- "self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Electrical permit May 2016Completed
Remove and replace knob and tube wiring on 2nd floor and through attic to accommodate new insulation. supply an install smoke detection throughout as per nec 2008
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
1.8 mi
Publicker Industries Inc. (Deleted NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Fire Site 112, 2600 S 13th St (1,100 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
5,200 ft
Philadelphia Ship Repair Llc. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
1,250 ft
Mastery CS -Thomas Campus (1,250 ft), Fell D Newlin Sch (1,300 ft), Jenks Abram Sch (1,450 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
4.9 mi
Philadelphia International (PHL). Homes this close can sit inside the 65 dB DNL noise contour. Visit at peak hours and check the airport's noise map.
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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