125 Sumac Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 125 Sumac Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 9 permits, 3 not closed, and 33 violations, 4 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 125 Sumac Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 4 open violations.
- Commercial building permit Sep 2026Issued
For level ii interior alterations to one (1) existing dwelling unit at the 1st floor without a change to existing group r-2 four (4) family dwelling occupancy. existing building is not sprinklered. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2021 iebc. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work.
- General permit minor Sep 2026Issued
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.
- General permit minor Dec 2022Expired
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.
- Electrical permit Feb 2020Completed
Replace existing 350amp service with new 350amp service and 5gang meter only with no additional wiring to the building as per 2014 nec (north district)
- Plumbing permit Feb 2020Completed
Replacement only 22 fixtures as per 2004 ppc
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jan 2020Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- (four ductless splits)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.
- Commercial building permit Jan 2020Completed
Prescriptive alterations to existing three story building with four dwelling units. all work to be done in accordance with approved plans. separate permits required for any m.e.p. work. for issuance of certificate of occupancy. ** 2018 iebc **
- Use permit May 2014Completed
Use to parking for one car
- Plumbing permit Apr 2011Completed
Domestic hot water heater replacement
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
Toxic release facility
4,000 ft
Richardsapex Inc. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
2,000 ft
Cook-Wissahickon Sch (2,000 ft), Mifflin Thomas Sch (5,150 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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