1922 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1922 Fairmount Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 48 permits, 11 not closed, and 51 violations, 9 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 1922 Fairmount Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
11 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 9 open violations.
- Fire suppression permit Oct 2026Issued
For the installation of an automatic wet sprinkler system throughout a three (3) story building with twenty-eight (28) dwelling units and a vacant commercial space to include a four (4) inch fire service line and a four (4) inch backflow preventer. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with nfpa 13 by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia. see cp-2025-006499 for associated building permit.
- Electrical permit Sep 2026Issued
Install 1600 amp service equipment with grounding. wiring throughout. install receptacles, switches, light fixtures, smoke/co alarms, emergency lights, and exit signs as per 2017 nec. install fire alarm system as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Fire suppression permit Aug 2026Completed
Rough-in permit for fp-2026-001738 supply and install all required sprinklers, piping, hangers and fittings, per nfpa 13
- Plumbing permit Aug 2026Issued
Install stacks, drain lines for fixtures in cast iron and pvc, install risers and water lines for fixtures in copper and pex, install shower pans or tubs, install main drains, install fixtures, hot water heaters. install exterior curb trap, building drain, & fresh air inlet
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jul 2026Issued
For the installation of registers, diffusers and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work.
- Electrical permit Jun 2026Completed
Install 100 amp temporary service
- Site / utility permit Feb 2026Issued
Excavation work associated with building foundation and addition work (see permits sp-2025-001391 & cp-2025-006499) to include sheeting and shoring as per approved plans. *2018 ibc review*
- Commercial building permit Feb 2026Issued
For the erection of an addition to create 3-story attached structure for use as twenty-eight dwelling units and vacant commercial space and for level iii alterations of existing portion to include new partitions, fixtures, furnishings, finishes as per approved plans. building to be fully sprinklered per nfpa 13. separate permits requried for mep and fire suppression work. *2018 ibc* amendment approved as of 6/26/26: to update the floor plans and to include the exterior wall ul rating. size and location as shown in the amended plans.
- Zoning permit Jan 2026Issued
For the relocation of lot lines to create one lot (parcel a) from two lots (deeded 1924 and 1940 fairmount ave). size and location per plans.
- Zoning permit Dec 2025Issued
For the partial demolition of the existing structure. for the erection of an addition to create a three story attached structure that include a residential roof deck with three pilot houses (2 stair access and 1 elevator access), and 10 class 1a bicycle parking spaces (to be located along an accessible route). size and location per plans.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2023Expired
Replacement of 40 gal electric water heater
- Zoning permit Apr 2021Expired
For the removal of two (2) flatwall signs and the erection of two (2) flatwall signs; for the reface of panel of existing free standing sign, accessory to existing retail sales of sundries, pharmaceuticals and convenience sales, as previously approved.
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
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
600 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
50 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
950 ft
Waring Laura W Sch (950 ft), Bache-Martin Sch (1,500 ft), Masterman Julia R Sec Sch (1,650 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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