12270 Townsend Road, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 12270 Townsend Road have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 39 permits, all closed, and 1 violation.
- 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 12270 Townsend Road at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out. No open violations.
- Fire suppression permit Jun 2019Completed
For the upgrade of an existing nfpa 13 sprinkler system to include new mains and lines as shown per plans. fire suppression system serviced by an existing six (6) inch fire service line with an existing back flow preventer assembly. 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.fire suppression system to be installed per nfpa 13 standards.
- Alteration permit Jan 2019Completed
Interior installation of open decked shelving. separate permit req'd for any firesupp & electrical work.
- Electrical permit Nov 2018Completed
Furnish and install new initiating and dedicating fire alarm devices. initiating devices will be fed from existing fire alarm control panel. new indicating devices will come from the new power supply
- Mechanical permit Oct 2018Completed
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with manufacturer's specificaions. 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.
- Alteration permit Sep 2018Completed
For the erection of non bearing parition walls for an existing warehouse. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other. please refer to ap#849488 for previously approved addition and structural work.
- Electrical permit Sep 2018Completed
Install wire for high bay klights, switches, convience outlets, 2-garage door openers, emergency & exit lights & 2-gas heaters & 100amp sub-panel as per nec 2008 east district ***see log***
- Suppression permit Jul 2018Completed
For the installation of a fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13 at proposed addition, tieing into existing sprinkler system, as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2018Completed
Alterations: interior/exterior plumbing;distribution center for cigars;one-story rear warehouse; 6-roof drain conductors - the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Addition permit Apr 2018Completed
Erection of a one-story rear warehouse addition to existing warehouse and distribution center for cigars as per approved plans. building fully sprinklered. **separate permit required for any mep & fire suppression work**
- Zoning/use permit Feb 2018Completed
Proposed 13,617sf (0.31ac) warehouse addition located at the rear of the building.
- Mechanical permit Feb 2015Completed
Installation of hvac system, inclduing equipment units, new ductwork, mechanicals, accessories.
- Electrical permit Jan 2015Completed
Install lights,switches,recepts,em and exit lights,wiring for 2 rooftop ac units within the new addition at this property as per 2008 nec (east district)
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 (800 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,500 ft
Spd Electrical Systems and 7 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
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
2,800 ft
MaST Community CS III (2,800 ft), Decatur Stephen Sch (5,000 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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