1208 Ogden Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1208 Ogden Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 6 permits, 2 not closed, and 11 violations, 3 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 1208 Ogden Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Residential building permit Sep 2024Completed
For alterations to an existing single-family dwelling for the installation of new sliding glass door at the rear of the building. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
- Residential building permit Apr 2022Expired
Construct a new deck over existing concrete slab to receive a new 11' x 11' sunroom.
- Zoning permit Mar 2022Issued
For the erection of an addition at the rear of an existing semi-detached building (size and location as shown on plans).
- Electrical permit Nov 2020Completed
Install (4) switch legs; install (3) gfis; install (1) 50a, 240v outlet for stove; install (3) 40a, 240v power lines for tankless hot water; install (1) 30a, 240v line for laundry unit; install (6) recessed lights; install (1) vent/light combo; install (1) light fixture as per 2014 nec
- Plumbing permit Sep 2020Completed
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code, all references codes and standards, and the attached ez standard, where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. a separate permit from the philadelphia department of streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. all means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the philadelphia building code chapter 33 shall be in place prior to start of work.
- Residential building permit Jul 2020Completed
Reconfigure 1st floor half bathroom. remove non-bearing wall and half-wall located between kitchen and living room area. install kitchen island. all plumbing and electric work will be subcontracted. existing landing size at top of steps cannot be made smaller.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Richard Allen Homes, 1015 Parrish Dr (1,050 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,550 ft
1521 1539 Parrish Street and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,850 ft
Smithkline Beecham Pharmaceuticals and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
300 ft
Spring Garden School No. 1. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
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
1,100 ft
People for People CS (1,100 ft), Spring Garden Sch (1,300 ft), Science Leadership Academy (2,200 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.0 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
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- Ask for the latest maintenance bill from a winter month, not a summer one: that's where the real cost of living there shows up.
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- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
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