205 Bainbridge Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 205 Bainbridge Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 38 permits, 8 not closed, and 42 violations, 11 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 205 Bainbridge Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
8 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 11 open violations.
- General permit minor Oct 2026Issued
Ez permit re-roofing- for the installation of new roof coverings on exiting roofs as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. streets department permit is required for any sidewalk and street closures. sheathing must comply with standard and not exceed allowable amount or need a new permit with plans.
- General permit minor Jul 2026Issued
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.
- Zoning permit Jul 2025Issued
For partial demolition of the existing structure. for the erection of a four-story addition, that includes 2 private roof decks with pilot houses, at the rear of an existing attached structure. size and location per plans. amend permit 10/14/2025 to remove pilot houses, reduce roof deck area, correct the size of the existing structure, and note changes to the facade.
- Zoning permit Apr 2025Issued
Limited lodging
- Zoning permit Mar 2025Issued
For the relocation of lot lines to create one lot (parcel a) from two deeded parcels (both deeded separately as 700 s 2nd st with one opa account number). size and location per plans.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2024Completed
Installing a watts 3/4 inch rp backflow device lf009m3qt in the basement after the water meter.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2024Expired
Installation of backflow device dp watts lf009m2qt 1"
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Sep 2024Completed
Mechanical / fuel gas permit for combo rp-2024-008715
- Electrical permit Aug 2024Completed
Electrical permit for combo rp-2024-008715
- Plumbing permit Aug 2024Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo rp-2024-008715
- Residential building permit Aug 2024Completed
Interior alteration 3-story single residential house and new egress window in the rear. no lowering of basement floor inlcdued. details as shown on the plans.
- Administrative permit Dec 2022Completed
For certificate of occupancy for multi-family household living (four dwelling units) with all other previously approved uses. no work to be performed under this permit. building to comply with 2018 fire and property maintenance codes.
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
Superfund site
1.7 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 715-717 Passyunk Ave Site, 715-717 Passyunk Ave (1,500 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
750 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,200 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility and 4 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
100 ft
Ralston, Robert, School 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
1,350 ft
Meredith William M Sch (1,350 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (2,350 ft), Nebinger George W Sch (2,550 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.9 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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