1821 68th Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1821 68th Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 12 permits, 3 not closed, and 55 violations.
- 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 1821 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. No open violations.
- Electrical permit Jan 2024Completed
Installation of solar array in accordance with signed standard.
- General permit minor Jan 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.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2021Completed
Replace house trap and fresh air inlet.
- Electrical permit Jul 2016Completed
Install a 200amp service and install new wiring throughout with fishing wire thru walls only as per 2008 nec (north district)
- Plumbing permit May 2016Completed
Replace lateral and water line pa20161240136 (sfd)self certification's are no longer permitted","all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 ft in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Mechanical permit Mar 2016Completed
(single family) install(2)70,000 btu furnace plus all necessary duct work.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2016Completed
Replae stack waste and water line and set fixtures 2 wc,2 lav sinks,1 bath tub,1 ktichen sink,1 laundry box (sfd)the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Residential building permit Jan 2016Issued
Interior alterations only no change to original configuration ez permit standard 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.
- Alteration permit Sep 2015Expired
Re_roof existing single family dwelling
- Use permit Sep 2015Completed
Use as a family daycare (incidental to and part of a single family dwelling) maximum 6 children
- Electrical permit Apr 2013Completed
100amp service 2 pull chains 1 gfi recetpacel install 9 receptacles 2 smoke detectors 1 fixture replace 12 switches and 10 receptacles per 2008 nec (sfd)
- Plumbing permit Apr 2007Completed
Water heater
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
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Gibsons Svc Ctr, 6801 Ogontz Ave (150 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Historic listing nearby
400 ft
Rowen, William, School. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
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
400 ft
Rowen William Sch (400 ft), Building 21 (1,900 ft), Wagner Gen Louis MS (2,150 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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