1920 Mount Vernon Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1920 Mount Vernon Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 17 permits, all closed, and 0 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 1920 Mount Vernon Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out.
- Electrical permit Jun 2026Completed
Installation of solar array in accordance with signed standard
- Plumbing permit May 2019Completed
Relocate kitchen sink
- Electrical permit May 2019Completed
Kitchen electrical rewire per 2014 nec, 1-50 amp oven 240v, 8-20 amp circuits with afci & gfci protection, refrigerator, micro, garbage disp, dishwasher, cooktop, range hood, small appl #1, small appl #2, 10 lights
- Alteration permit May 2019Completed
Kitchen remodel with no structural modification. scope of work:cabinets, countertop removal, floor removal, new cabinets, new flooring, new paint. replacement of rear first floor window in existing opening as approved by philadelphia historical commission.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2017Completed
Ez plumbing permit - replace house trap & fresh air inlet
- Alteration permit Apr 2016Completed
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.* kitchen & bath*
- Alteration permit Mar 2016Completed
Remove and reconstruct rooftop deck for single family dwelling, as per plans.
- Zoning permit Mar 2016Completed
Remove and replace existing roof deck atop third story of single family dwelling.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2014Completed
Replace: (3) toilets, (2)showers, (4)basins, (1)bathtub
- Electrical permit Oct 2013Completed
Replacement of lighting fixtures and receptacles on all floors new electrical circuits for 2 ac units relocation of some electrical outlets attempt to use existing wiring (romex home runs) if possible per 2008 nec (sfd)
- Alteration permit Oct 2013Completed
Interior alterations - single family dwelling - applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standard for interior alterations. separate permits required for plumbing, electric and hvac.contractor id licensed with the state of pa.
- Mechanical permit Sep 2013Completed
One 3 ton trane gas package unit. see attached plan for roof location no work to front facade.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Hess 38228, 19th & Fairmont Ave (600 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,200 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
2,100 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
600 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
650 ft
Waring Laura W Sch (650 ft), Masterman Julia R Sec Sch (1,300 ft), Franklin LC (1,900 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.5 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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