1237 North Leithgow Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1237 North Leithgow Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 4 not closed, and 60 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 1237 North Leithgow Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Zoning permit Nov 2025Issued
Limited lodging
- General permit minor Mar 2025Completed
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.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2021Completed
For the erection of a new three (3) story attached structure (w/roof deck and pilot house enclosing access stairs only), to be used as group r-3 (sfd), as per plans; see sub-permits for associated mep work; separate permit required for fsp work; building to be fully sprinklered as per nfpa 13d minimum or better; pedestrian protection to be provided at all times during work as per section 3306 in the 2018 ibc includes underpinning of 1238 n leithgow street; see zp-2020-007658 for zoning/use approval.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2021Completed
For new construction of a four (4) story wood-frame attached structure on reinforced concrete footings/foundations with a roof deck and roof deck access structure. for use as a single-family dwelling throughout. building shall be fully sprinklered (13r), separate permits required for all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression systems. *protection of right-of-way / pedestrians / adjacent properties required during all construction.*energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. **shoring or benching will be required along the open sides of property**
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Nov 2021Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation if new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. mechanical / fuel gas permit for combo rp-2020-014460.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2021Completed
Ezplum - exterior building drainage permit - complete plumbing system for new sfd to include baths, kitchen / laundry, dwh, new water and sewer service, curb trap incl with bldg drain. plumbing permit (exterior building drainage) for combo rp-2020-014460.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2021Completed
Ezplum interior plumbing permit - complete plumbing system for new sfd to include baths, kitchen / laundry, dwh, new water and sewer service, curb trap incl with bldg drain. plumbing permit (interior) for combo rp-2020-014460.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2021Completed
Ezplum - water distribution permit - complete plumbing system for new sfd to include baths, kitchen / laundry, dwh, new water and sewer service, curb trap incl with bldg drain. plumbing permit (water distribution) for combo rp-2020-014460.
- Electrical permit Aug 2021Completed
Install 200 amp, 120/240v 1ph main service. install 40 circuit main breaker panel. install all wiring throughout new construction sfd. install cable tv wiring as per nec 2014
- Plumbing permit Jun 2021Completed
For new construction of a four (4) story wood-frame attached structure on reinforced concrete footings/foundations with a roof deck and roof deck access structure. for use as a single-family dwelling throughout. building shall be fully sprinklered (13r), separate permits required for all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression systems. *protection of right-of-way / pedestrians / adjacent properties required during all construction.*energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. **shoring or benching will be required along the open sides of property**
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2021Completed
For the erection of a new three (3) story attached structure (w/roof deck and pilot house enclosing access stairs only), to be used as group r-3 (sfd), as per plans; see sub-permits for associated mep work; separate permit required for fsp work; building to be fully sprinklered as per nfpa 13d minimum or better; pedestrian protection to be provided at all times during work as per section 3306 in the 2018 ibc includes underpinning of 1238 n leithgow street; see zp-2020-007658 for zoning/use approval.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2021Completed
For new construction of a four (4) story wood-frame attached structure on reinforced concrete footings/foundations with a roof deck and roof deck access structure. for use as a single-family dwelling throughout. building shall be fully sprinklered (13r), separate permits required for all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression systems. *protection of right-of-way / pedestrians / adjacent properties required during all construction.*energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. **shoring or benching will be required along the open sides of property**
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave, winter weather. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
7 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Amoco Sta, 601 Girard Ave (950 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
550 ft
1213 41 N 5th Street and 19 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,450 ft
Starkey Chemical Process Co and 2 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
150 ft
Engine Company No. 29. 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
950 ft
Ludlow James R Sch (950 ft), Bodine William W HS (1,050 ft), Young Scholars CS (1,800 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.6 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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