1539 West Champlost Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1539 West Champlost Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 10 permits, all closed, and 22 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 1539 West Champlost Avenue 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
Every permit on file is closed out. 7 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2024Completed
Cut and remove damage cast iron pipe for downspout and replace with 4" inch pvc ppe
- Plumbing permit Dec 2020Completed
Replace curb trap and fresh air inlet
- Plumbing permit Aug 2018Completed
Install waste and water lines for 1-kitchen sink,1-garbage disposal,1-dishwasher,3-toilets,3-vanities,2-tubs,1-washer,1-water heater,house drain and stack.the installation will comply with the philadephia plubming code 2004
- Mechanical permit Aug 2018Completed
Sfd) heat pump & ductwork installation.
- Mechanical permit Aug 2018Completed
Sfd) heat pump & duct work installation.
- Electrical permit Jul 2018Completed
200amp service, meter, panel & rewire switches, lights, receptacle throughout as per nec 2008 west district
- Alteration permit Jul 2018Completed
New windows, doors, laminate floors, tile, carpet, kitchen cabinets, parital sheetrock, new painting. (sfd)
- Plumbing permit May 2017Completed
3/4" water distribution installation and/or replacement - "self-certifications 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."
- Electrical permit Feb 2012Completed
Install 100 amp service - replace 1 device and plate - replace 1 fixture - install 1 smoke - 5 30,20,15 amp dedicated lines - 3 switch and light fixtures - 2 receptacles - per 2008 nec
- Plumbing permit Jul 2010Completed
Replace water service and supply 3/4 k copper. pa1 call#2010-189-2239
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
11 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Sunoco 0363 1678, 5810 N Broad St (1,350 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
500 ft
Church Lane Garden and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
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
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
1,350 ft
Prince Hall Sch (1,350 ft), Pennell Joseph Sch (1,400 ft), Howe Julia Ward Sch (1,700 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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