1901 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1901 Fairmount Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 13 permits, all closed, and 1 violation, 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 1901 Fairmount Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out. 1 open violation.
- Alteration permit Aug 2017Completed
Ez permit re-roofing- for the installation of new roof coverings on exiting roofs as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
- Administrative permit Mar 2017Completed
For the amendment to previously approved permit ap#679615 for revisions of roof parapet installation to provide tempered glass panel with metal frame railing around the perimeter of the roof--mechanical access/service only. no occupancy of roof permitted under this permit.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2016Completed
Install 5"lateral,1 1/2"water service,house drain,house trap and fai-pa1#20163141207-"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"
- Electrical permit Nov 2016Completed
New 600amp,600amp main disonnect (2)200amp panels,(4)150amp panels and (1)100amp house panel.new wiring throughout apt bldg.install fire alarm per nfpa 72
- Plumbing permit Oct 2016Completed
New construction: plumbing throughout; three story, six family dwelling with a roof deck - the installation will compy with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Mechanical permit Sep 2016Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.installation of six 2.0 ton heat pump system with new duct work
- Suppression permit Sep 2016Completed
For the installation of a new automatic sprinkler system, with a new 2" fire line, new 2" backflow prevention device, and a new 2-1/2" fire department connection, for a new three (3) story, six-family dwelling. to be installed throughout as per nfpa 13.
- New construction permit Jun 2016Completed
For the erection of a new light-framed attached structure to include egress window well installation, proposed pilot house (for roof maintenance access only) and exterior masonry/stucco/metal panel veneer. **no roof deck installation on this permit. separate application for demolition, fire suppression, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical installations. no underpinning work under this permit.**
- Demolition permit Apr 2016Completed
For completed demolition of existing two (2) story above grade plane attached residential building of masonry bearing wall & wood framed construction. all permitted work to be in accordance with approved site safety demolition plan & all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code; site safety plan to be maintained on site at all times.
- Zoning/use permit Apr 2016Completed
For complete demolition to remove existing attached building; size & location as shown in application. development & use as previously approved under zoning/use registration permit# 651620
- Plumbing permit Feb 2016Completed
Sealing lateral and remove curb trap pa20160501088 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"
- Zoning/use permit Dec 2015Completed
Proposed is a three story, six family dwelling with a cellar and roof top deck accessed by pilot house that is used for stair access only. six ft high fence around rear yard. existing curb cut is to remain. proposed building will replace an existintg one story building that is to be demolished under separate application.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Hess 38228, 19th & Fairmont Ave (350 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
350 ft
835 87 N 19th Street 1825 Wylie Street and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,400 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
High-voltage line
150 ft
138 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
1,050 ft
Waring Laura W Sch (1,050 ft), Bache-Martin Sch (1,550 ft), Masterman Julia R Sec Sch (1,700 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.6 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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