137 Sumac Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 137 Sumac Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 32 permits, 1 not closed, and 34 violations.
- 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 137 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
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Commercial building permit Aug 2022Completed
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.” make safe permit - for the structural repair and weather-sealing of the roof, to resolve case #cf-2022-053479 . separate streets department permit (if required) for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2022-053479 .
- Electrical permit Jul 2020Completed
Replacing main service with 100 amp 30 circuit panel
- Plumbing permit Feb 2018Completed
Replace curb trap and fai pa20180400531 (sfd)
- Mechanical permit Jan 2017Completed
Installation of (2) hvac units (including ductwork and all associated accessories). sfd
- Mechanical permit Jan 2017Completed
Installation of (2) hvac units (including ductwork and all associated accessories). sfd
- Electrical permit Sep 2016Completed
Install new 200amp electrical service install new wiring throughout as per nec 2008 north district
- Electrical permit Sep 2016Completed
Install new electrical. service 200a install new wiring throughout as per nec 2008 north district
- Plumbing permit Jun 2016Completed
Install 6" lateral,6" curb trap,fai and 6" storm drain-pa1#20161610092-"self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Plumbing permit May 2016Completed
Install 5" and 6" lateral, 5" and 6" curb trap 2-4" house drain and 1" water distribution line-pa1#20161230672-"self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Plumbing permit May 2016Completed
Install 5" and 6" lateral, 5" and 6" curb trap 2-4" house drain and 1" water distribution line-pa1#20161230672-"self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Suppression permit Apr 2016Completed
Install 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.
- Suppression permit Apr 2016Completed
Install 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.
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: Vinces Svc Sta, 5400 Ridge Ave (1,550 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
4,100 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
1,850 ft
Cook-Wissahickon Sch (1,850 ft), Mifflin Thomas 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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