179 West Champlost Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 179 West Champlost Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 23 permits, 1 not closed, and 60 violations, 5 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 179 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
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 5 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2021Completed
Replacement of 40 gallon gas water heater
- General permit minor Dec 2019Completed
Roof replacement - install a modified hot roof system. 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).
- Residential building permit Nov 2019Completed
Replace front porch beam box
- Alteration permit Jun 2019Completed
Interior alterations thru out , to include drywall, sheetrock, framing, new kitchen, new bathroom, new windows and doors into existing openings. applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standards for interior alterations, revised 11/2018. note: 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.) (deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties.) note: contractor listed as a "sole proprietor" and has no employees and/or workers conpensation insurance-all subcontractors require separate licenses and insurance. separate permits required for plumbing electrical and mechanical work. no other work allowed under this permit.
- Mechanical permit Apr 2019Completed
Sfd) install gas furnace with ductwork.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2019Completed
1-kitchen sink, 1-3 pc bath, 1-washer, 1-utility sink, 1-water heater & 1-disposal the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004 **no building permit on file**
- Electrical permit Apr 2019Completed
Install 100amp service meter panel and fishing rewire throughout as per 2014 nec
- Alteration permit Jun 2018Completed
Ez permit stadard alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
- Plumbing permit Feb 2018Completed
Install 1 water closet, 1 lavy sink, 1 bathtub & 1 kitchen sink - the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Plumbing permit Jan 2018Completed
Replace water service pa20180251807(sfd)"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 Jan 2018Completed
For removal of deteriorated front bay and porch roof to resolve case 579058. 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 579058.
- Electrical permit Aug 2017Completed
Replace 100amp service for new 100amp serv fishing all wire- 5 new recepts laundry and kitchen dining living room 2 kit recepts gfci and 3 recept one for each bedroom in 2nd floor 1 bathroom 1 gfci install 2 light in bathroom and 2 pull chain basement as per nec 2008 east district
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
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Champlost Fuels 67274, 100 East Champlost Ave (950 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,450 ft
Cardone Industries. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
1,350 ft
Finletter Thomas K Sch (1,350 ft), Lowell James R Sch (1,700 ft), Eugenio Maria DE Hostos CS (1,800 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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