1256 North Dover Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1256 North Dover Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 18 not closed, and 60 violations, 23 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 1256 North Dover Street 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
18 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 23 open violations.
- Fire suppression permit Nov 2026Issued
For the installation of a new fire suppression system and 1” combined service in accordance with nfpa 13d throughout the entire building. all work shall comply with the approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2026Issued
- all approved work performed in accordance with residential - ez bathroom & kitchen remodel.
- Site / utility permit Sep 2026Issued
Site / utility permit for rp-2026-004675
- Electrical permit Sep 2026Issued
Installing (5) 20 amp circuits & outlets for kitchen appliances. installing a 30 amp dryer circuit. installing 3 way switches and replacing defective switches. installing gfci outlets where required. (all fished & surface mount wiring) all work to be perform according to the 2020 nec and the executed contract.
- Residential building permit Aug 2026Issued
For the erection of an attached 2-story structure. structure for use as single-family household living. the building is fully sprinklered in accordance with nfpa 13d. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permiits to be obtained for all other work.
- Zoning permit May 2026Issued
For the erection of an attached two (2) story structure; for use as a single-family household living; size and location as shown on the plan.
- General permit minor Apr 2026Expired
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 Dec 2025Completed
Three piece bathroom underfloor plumbing (shower, water closet and vanity sink.)
- Plumbing permit Dec 2025Completed
Replace curb trap fai and main drain in rear of home going to a private sewer
- Electrical permit Oct 2025Completed
Add gfci outlet to front of building
- Residential building permit Sep 2025Issued
For the erection of a new landing with stairs and inclined platform lift to an existing attached structure used as a single-family dwelling as per building application/plan and manufacturers specifications.
- Plumbing permit May 2024Expired
First powder room 2 fixtures 1- toilet 1- vanity
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
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Fire Site 043, 1301 N 28th St (350 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,100 ft
Brewerytown Garden and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,300 ft
Halpern Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
400 ft
Girard Avenue West Historic District. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
0 ft
138 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
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
1,100 ft
Morris Robert Sch (1,100 ft), Kelley William D Sch (1,800 ft), Vaux HS: A Big Picture School (2,350 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.8 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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