1936 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1936 Cottman Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 46 permits, 11 not closed, and 60 violations, 19 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 1936 Cottman Avenue 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
11 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 19 open violations.
- Electrical permit Aug 2026Issued
Install fire alarm system as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Plumbing permit Feb 2026Issued
Alterations to existing restaurant. interior installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for listed fixtures. all work to be installed in strict compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Nov 2025Issued
For the installation of hvac appliances, grds, bathroom exhaust fans, and associated ductwork throughout a restaurant as per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 imc and appliance manufacturer specifications. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. see cp-2025-003222 for associated building permit.
- Electrical permit Oct 2025Issued
Total rewire per nec 2017, existing 200 amp service (commercial)
- Zoning permit Sep 2025Issued
For the erection of a front addition to an existing attached structure. size and locaiton as shown in plans.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2025Completed
5in curb trap, 4in main drain and fai
- Zoning permit Aug 2025Issued
Office - business and professional
- Commercial building permit Jul 2025Issued
For level ii interior alterations with a complete change in use & occupancy classification to group a-2 sit-down restaurant throughout the existing one-story structure. building is not sprinklered. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 iebc. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. see zp-2024-006387 for zoning approval of use change. [amendment 9/21/2026 for layout changes to the kitchen bar counter as per amended sheet a-100.]
- General permit minor Sep 2024Issued
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 Aug 2024Expired
Replace curb trap /fai
- Zoning permit Jun 2024Issued
Eating and drinking establishments - sit-down restaurant
- Use permit Aug 2019Completed
For use as personal services on the first floor in space 1. business and professional office in space 2 on the first floor with one existing dwelling unit above.
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
Superfund site
2.8 mi
Metal Banks (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
6 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Firstrust Bank, 1931 Cottman Ave (100 ft), open. 4 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
4,700 ft
Avery Soabar Products Group. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
150 ft
First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Philadelphia, Northeast Branch and 1 more listings close by. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
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
750 ft
Castor Gardens MS (750 ft), Northeast HS (2,050 ft), Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch (2,700 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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