152 Farson Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 152 Farson Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 11 permits, 3 not closed, and 53 violations, 7 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 152 Farson 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
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 7 open violations.
- General permit minor Feb 2026Completed
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 Apr 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. ez exterior wall coverings- for the applications of exterior wall coverings as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. minor repairs bay install siding and window
- Plumbing permit Feb 2021Completed
Trap and riser
- Electrical permit Jan 2020Issued
Electrical wiring/devices all by fishing only as per 2014 nec
- General permit minor Aug 2019Expired
Ez permit re-roofing- for the installation of new roof coverings on exiting roofs as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.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 Apr 2018Completed
Replace waste and water line for tub wc & lav. install fixtures lav and wc. replace laundry tub/replace house drain as per philadelphia 2004 plumbing code.
- Plumbing permit Feb 2018Completed
Replace waste and water line for bathroom tub, toilet and sink, replace bathroom fixtures tub, toilet and sink and replace laundry tub.the installation will comply with the philadephia plubming code 2004
- Electrical permit Oct 2017Completed
100amps service 6 switch replacement 6 replacement outlet 3 light basement one co/smoke detector basement per 2008 nec (sfd)
- Plumbing permit Jan 2017Completed
Replace curb trap, fai, & lateral pa1# 2017-0231626"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"
- Alteration permit Aug 2010Completed
Build raised platform over porch with lumber to install wheel chair lift
- Plumbing permit Mar 2009Completed
Replace house drain, house trap and fresh air inlet
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
Superfund site
2.5 mi
Austin Avenue Radiation Site (Deleted NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Brownfield site
2,200 ft
Enterprise Heights 4700 06 Market Street and 11 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
5,100 ft
Silvi Concrete Of Philadelphia. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
200 ft
Dunlap, Thomas, School. 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
1,550 ft
West Philadelphia HS (1,550 ft), Parkway West (1,800 ft), Middle Years Alternative (1,800 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.3 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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