1439 Snyder Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1439 Snyder Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 18 permits, 5 not closed, and 60 violations, 12 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 1439 Snyder Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 12 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2026Issued
Install 1 hand sink, 1 prep sink, 1 three compartment sink, 1 mop sink, 2 water closets, 2 lavatories, 1 grease interceptor, 1 floor sink, 1 hot water heater and 1 floor drain. all work to be perform according to the 2018 ppc and per approved plans.
- Commercial building permit Oct 2026Issued
Level ii interior alterations with partial change of occupancy to create a sit-down restaurant on the first floor of an existing building as per approved plans. existing building not required to be sprinklered. *2021 iebc review* **separate permits required for mep work**
- Zoning permit Oct 2026Issued
Eating and drinking establishments - sit-down restaurant
- Zoning permit Mar 2021Issued
Retail sales - food, beverages, and groceries
- Use permit Mar 2016Completed
Use as catering services in 1st floor and basement. all other uses as previously approved. no signs on this application.
- Electrical permit Jul 2014Completed
1st floor front exterior camera installation - installation of (4)exterior cameras - work will comply with the 2008 nec
- Use permit Apr 2014Completed
Change use to 2 apartments total
- Mechanical permit Jan 2013Completed
Install a 3 ton air handler with petro fitting existing duct work supply and return and condenser
- Mechanical permit Nov 2012Completed
For the installation of four (4) suspended exhaust fan units, (39) hvac terminal grilles/registers/diffusers (grds), & all associated supply/return/exhaust ductwork for tie-in to existing rooftop unit (rtu); existing rooftop hvac unit to remain & all new roof penetration to be properly flashed & made watertight.
- Electrical permit Nov 2012Completed
All new fire alarm installtion as required by code nfpa 72-70 (medical bldg) as per nec 2008 & nfpa 72
- Electrical permit Oct 2012Expired
Replace lighting & devices add new circuit for new wall use existing service per 2008 nec (medical bldg)installation to comply with article 517.13 of the 2008 nec.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2012Completed
3-toilet, 3-lavs, 1-kitchen & 2-water fountain cast iron & copper where necessary (medical office)
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.2 mi
Publicker Industries Inc. (Deleted NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
6 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Meles Auto Care, 1410-12 Mckean St (400 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
900 ft
1621 Mckean Street. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,950 ft
Philadelphia Ship Repair Llc. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
200 ft
Baptist Institute for Christian Workers. 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
South Philadelphia HS (950 ft), Girard Stephen Sch (1,650 ft), Philadelphia Performing Arts CS (1,750 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.2 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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