2012 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2012 Ridge Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 25 permits, 3 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 2012 Ridge Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 19 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2024Completed
All sanitary and domestic water piping. all fixtures and piping
- Electrical permit Aug 2023Completed
Provide electrical distribution system, lights, devices, exterior generator, panels,rescue assistance system, meter center, telecom system, security system, jobsite temporary power and complete fire alarm system including all wiring, devices, and panels .all work is to be done according to approved drawings -2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72,2018 phila fire code.
- Fire suppression permit Jul 2023Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout ground floor and nfpa 13r in residential spaces throughout 2nd to 5th floor to include 6" main fire service line with 6" ames derringer 20x backflow prevention assembly and two (2) standpipe risers complying with nfpa 14 as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Demolition permit Jul 2023Completed
For the complete demolition of the existing three (3) story masonry structure. all permitted demolition activity to be done in accordance with site safety demolition plan and such plan to be maintained on site at all times. demolition to be done by hand and with hand tools only. protection of pedestrians, public right-of-way, and adjacent properties to be in place prior to start of work. separate streets department approval required for right-of-way encroachment or closure. ** review iebc and ibc 2018**
- Demolition permit Jul 2023Completed
For the complete demolition of an existing attached three (3) story masonry structure.structure to be demolished by hand only. pedestrian protection to be in place prior to the start of work and to be maintained during all demolition activities. separate streets department approval required for sidewalk closure
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jul 2023Completed
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with 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. separate permits required for all other work.
- Demolition permit Jul 2023Completed
For the complete demolition of one existing attached 3-story, vacant commerical structure by hand demolition only . all permitted demolition activity to be in accordance with approved site safety demolition plan & such plan to be maintained on site at all times in accordance with philadelphia administrative code.any deviation will require an amended building permit. pedestrian protection to be in place prior to start of work and to be maintained during all demolition activities. * a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required within 9 feet (hand demo 1/4th of building) of building facades in accordance with section 3306 of the ibc. separate building and/or streets department permits are required. if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work. ** asbestos remediation required ***
- Demolition permit Jun 2023Completed
For the complete demolition of any remaing existing structures on the lot. demolition of structures by hand and hand hold devices. pedestrian protection to be in place prior to the start of work and to be maintained during all demolition activities. *seperate streets department permit require for closure of right of way. *21 day posing and notice required per a-303.2 *a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required within min. 11 feet of building facade in accordance with section 3306 of the ibc. * asbestos remediation required prior to start of work. * dust control required per department of public health.
- Demolition permit Jun 2023Completed
For the complete demolition of any remaing existing structures on the lot. demolition of structures by hand and hand hold devices. pedestrian protection to be in place prior to the start of work and to be maintained during all demolition activities. *seperate streets department permit require for closure of right of way. *21 day posing and notice required per a-303.2 *a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required within min. 11 feet of building facade in accordance with section 3306 of the ibc. * asbestos remediation required prior to start of work. *
- Plumbing permit May 2023Completed
Seal lateral for demo
- Plumbing permit May 2023Completed
Seal lateral for demo
- Plumbing permit May 2023Completed
Seal lateral for demo
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
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: Amoco Sta Phila Ridge Ave, 1840 Ridge Ave (1,250 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,600 ft
2002 28 Cecil B Moore Avenue and 5 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
5,000 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
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
1,500 ft
Meade Gen George C Sch (1,500 ft), Vaux HS: A Big Picture School (1,550 ft), Alliance for Progress CS (1,900 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.1 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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