1601 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1601 Ridge Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 12 not closed, and 60 violations, 17 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 1601 Ridge Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
12 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 17 open violations.
- Commercial building permit Aug 2026Completed
For thr legalization of work for a tenant fit-out to an existing space . work to include an occupancy change for aall work to be done per approved plans.** if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work**iebc 2021**existing building is fully sprinklered** separate permits required for all other work**
- Commercial building permit Jul 2026Issued
**make safe permit** for repairs to the 1st floor storefront damaged by vehicle impact to comply with violation # cf-2026-062545. not to exceed scope of work noted in engineer's report and shown on approved plans. separate permits required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case # cf-2026-062545. 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 only.
- Zoning permit Aug 2025Issued
Personal services
- Zoning permit Apr 2024Issued
Retail sales - consumer goods
- General permit minor Mar 2024Expired
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.
- Zoning permit Nov 2023Issued
Visitor accommodations
- Fire suppression permit Sep 2022Expired
Ez kitchen fire suppression- for the installation of new wet chemical kitchen fire suppression system as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. install the kitchen hood fire suppression system
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2022Completed
For the installation of a commercial kitchen exhaust hood as per plans.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2021Completed
Install 8 inch sewer line from curb trap to foundation wall and install 2 inch domestic service from curb trap to foundation wall fai
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2021Completed
For the installation of hvac appliance, registers, diffusers and ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with manufactuer's specifications. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work
- Residential building permit Nov 2020Expired
Make safe permit- for (brief description of work as per engineer’s report if applicable) to resolve case 726073. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case 726073.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2020Completed
Install, 9 wc, 10 lava, 7 kitchen sinks, 9 bathtubs, 7washers
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Amoco Sta Phila Ridge Ave, 1840 Ridge Ave (1,400 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
350 ft
1521 1539 Parrish Street and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,550 ft
Smithkline Beecham Pharmaceuticals and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
1,000 ft
People for People CS (1,000 ft), Franklin LC (1,650 ft), Science Leadership Academy (1,900 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.9 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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