1248 Oak Lane, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1248 Oak Lane have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 23 permits, all closed, and 60 violations, 1 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 1248 Oak Lane at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out. 1 open violation.
- Commercial building permit May 2024Completed
Make safe permit- to make safe as per submitted plans and as per engineer's report to repair one-story front brick wall to resolve case #cf-2024-008053. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6' in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2024-008053. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion."
- Administrative permit Aug 2021Completed
For a level i (limited) alteration . for the removal of the existing 3-tier sink as per approved plan. for the expansion of the daycare center use in space b on the first floor of existing space.**iebc 2018**separate permits required for any mechanical electrical and plumbing work**no other alteration work approved on this permits**
- Plumbing permit Feb 2020Completed
Remove 3 bay pit sink exsiting drain and water connections will be capped and plugged as per 2004 ppc
- Use permit Oct 2019Completed
Expand day care center use to space b (former grocery store) on the 1st floor of an existing commercial mixed used structure with all previously approved uses. *no sign permit on this application*
- Plumbing permit Oct 2016Completed
Remove & replace 2-toilets, & 2-lavatories in 1at floor bathrooms only the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Alteration permit Jul 2016Completed
For interior level 2 alterations to the first floor commerical space (1 story portion only) as per plans. separate permits required for all mechanical, electrical and plumbing work.
- Use permit Feb 2016Completed
Change of use from vacant to daycare center on 1st floor with all other uses as previously approved.(no signs on this application)
- Demolition permit Oct 2012Completed
Interior demolition of non load bearing walls. additional permits required.
- Administrative permit Apr 2012Completed
Certificate of occupancy for daycare space
- Sign permit Aug 2011Completed
Applying for new awning sign for daycare and retail grocery store.
- Zoning/use permit Jun 2011Completed
Use daycare and retail grocery store to include prepackaged foods only on 1st floor with existing apts to include one awning sign 168"x3' w/ signage on front face only for ret. grocery & 2 - awnings w/ signage on front face for day care 1 - 180"x3' on oak la. and 1 - 192"x3' on 13th st.
- Mechanical permit Mar 2011Completed
Install 90% gas furnace in basement with related duct work.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Fire Site 207, 1210 Oak Ln (150 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Radon potential
High
Average indoor levels here can exceed 4 pCi/L, EPA's action level. A $15 test kit settles it before you buy.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
250 ft
Ellwood Sch (250 ft), Wagner Gen Louis MS (2,700 ft), Rowen William Sch (3,100 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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