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12219 Thornton Road, Philadelphia

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Does 12219 Thornton Road have open permits or code violations?
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 10 permits, 1 not closed, and 12 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 12219 Thornton Road at risk for?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.

Permits and code violations

1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.

  1. Electrical permit Apr 2019Completed

    Wiring 10-outlets, 12-recessed lights, 2-gfi & 4-toggle switches as per nec 2008 north district

  2. Residential building permit May 2018Completed

    Adding and addition to side of building. no contractor-owner to take responsibility for scope of work per 9-1004.(3)(b)(.1)

  3. Plumbing permit Mar 2018Completed

    Install 1 kitchen sink, 1 tub, 1 shower, 2 lavy sinks, 2 water closets, 1 dish washers, 2 divertors - the installation will comply with the philadephia plubming code 2004

  4. Electrical permit Feb 2018Completed

    Rewire kitchen, 2-light over counter top, switch over top basement stair as per nec 2008 east district

  5. Alteration permit Feb 2018Completed

    Laminate 3/8 inch drywall in dining room. erect cosmetic wall around basement steps open wall at kitchen. 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.

  6. Zoning permit Feb 2018Completed

    Adding an addition to side of house.

  7. Electrical permit Jan 2012Completed

    Sfd-install 10 recessed lights,2 switches,1 recept as per 2008 nec (east district)

  8. Alteration permit Dec 2011Expired

    Install new t-111 siding over old siding (sfd)

  9. Alteration permit Oct 2007Completed

    Install pre-fabricated storage shed structure on minimum 4" concrete slab

  10. Zoning permit Oct 2007Completed

    Pre-fab shed front yard

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: Woodhaven Ctr, 2900 Southampton Rd (1,550 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.

EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases

Toxic release facility

4,250 ft

Maola Philadelphia and 5 more within a mile. 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

3,800 ft

MaST Community CS III (3,800 ft), Decatur Stephen Sch (3,900 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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  • Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
  • This is a house, not an apartment. Check the lot boundaries, car access, and how water drains from the yard after rain, including whether the neighboring lot sits higher and could send water toward the property.
  • Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
  • Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
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  • Check the condition of the fence, yard, and sidewalk out front: who is responsible for upkeep, and whether there are any boundary disputes with neighbors.
  • Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.

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