1850 North 28th Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1850 North 28th Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 30 permits, 12 not closed, and 12 violations, 1 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 1850 North 28th 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
12 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2026Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances - for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. new hvac system, ductwork, and 9 diffusers.
- Residential building permit May 2026Issued
For interior alterations to the non-habitable basement only in an existing attached structure used as a single-family dwelling as per building application/plan.
- General permit Apr 2026Completed
For the removal of one (1) 275 gallon above ground tank. all work to be done in accordance with manufacturer specifications, pennsylvania d.e.p. regulations, all applicable codes, nfpa 30 and nfpa 31.
- Electrical permit Apr 2026Completed
Rewire of a single-family dwelling that will include the furnishing and installation of new devices, switches, receptacles, lighting fixtures, smoke detectors and other equipment. furnish and install all materials and equipment for a 200 amp, single-phase electrical service. work will comply with the 2017 edition of the national electrical code
- Plumbing permit Apr 2026Completed
Install drain lines and waterlines and set 6 fixtures.
- Residential building permit Mar 2026Issued
Ez permit standards alterations- for alterations to a single family dwelling property 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 but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of foundation slab. no work may be performed in the basement or cellar. basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. separate permits required for mechanical, electric and plumbing.
- General permit minor Mar 2026Completed
Ez interior non-load-bearing wall demolition - for the interior demolition on non-load-bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of foundation slab. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk and street closures.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2025Completed
Replacing 3/4" water service
- Electrical permit Feb 2025Issued
Install 200a service, grounding, wire throughout, outlets, switches, lights, gfi's, and smoke detectors.
- Residential building permit Feb 2025Issued
Ez permit standards 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. 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). interior alterations throughout, including kitchen & bath. no work in basement.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Feb 2025Issued
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. hvac unit, ductwork, & 12 diffusers
- Plumbing permit Jul 2024Expired
Replace 5”lateral from sewer to curb trap, using cast iron pipe and trap, also replace 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
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Fleet Site 015, 2601 W Glenwood Ave (650 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
250 ft
Home Ownership Project and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,400 ft
Halpern Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
400 ft
230 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
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
250 ft
Gideon Edward Sch (250 ft), Blaine James G Sch (1,050 ft), Kelley William D Sch (1,400 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.4 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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