1509 68th Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1509 68th Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 12 permits, 3 not closed, and 41 violations, 3 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 1509 68th Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2022Completed
Replace 5" curb trap with fresh air inlet
- Electrical permit May 2021Expired
For the construction of a chairlift and wooden landing with steps. for a single-family household living. as per plans.
- Residential building permit May 2021Expired
For the construction of a chairlift and wooden landing with steps. for a single-family household living. as per plans.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2021Completed
Install roll - in shower
- Plumbing permit Dec 2020Completed
Replace storm and sanitary curb traps/ fai
- Plumbing permit Sep 2020Completed
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 Oct 2019Expired
Remove existing roofing install 1" recovery board install modified granular rubber structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes any modification to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations; underpinning and excavations (i.e. digging in basement).
- Plumbing permit Feb 2017Completed
Waste lines in the bathroom, new solid pipe in the basement,new 3 valve diverter, new laundry tub, and vent line
- Plumbing permit Nov 2011Completed
Replace cyrb trap and main drain(sfd)
- Plumbing permit Jan 2011Completed
Replace 3/4" water service main to meter
- Plumbing permit Mar 2008Completed
Replace kitchen waste line, replace toilet,replace section of 2" vent.
- Electrical permit Mar 2008Completed
100 amp svs, complete rewire (north dist)
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave, winter weather. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Northwood Cemetery, 15th & Haines St (350 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
1,450 ft
Ellwood Sch (1,450 ft), Rowen William Sch (1,600 ft), Wagner Gen Louis MS (2,350 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
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