2138 North 19th Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2138 North 19th Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 36 permits, 5 not closed, and 53 violations, 6 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 2138 North 19th Street 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
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 6 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2026Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo rp-2026-008133
- Residential building permit Jul 2026Completed
- 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. separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work and the installation of heating/cooling appliances. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes any modification to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations; including underpinning, excavation, and removal of foundation slab. ***no work may be performed in the basement or cellar.*** separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work
- Electrical permit Jul 2026Completed
Install wiring, recepacle outlets, lighting and switches, where required throughout house. install smoke/co alarms with 10 yrs battery backup. all work to be done according to the 2017 nec and the scope of work in the executed contract. (fishing wires only)
- Plumbing permit Jul 2026Issued
- approved plumbing work associated with an (addition or alteration) per attached ez permit standard for plumbing
- General permit minor Jan 2025Expired
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 Apr 2024Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo rp-2024-004266
- Residential building permit Apr 2024Completed
Ez permit stadards 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. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes any modification to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations; underpinning and excavations (i.e. digging in basement). no work permited in the basement. see phdc work order
- Electrical permit Apr 2024Completed
Replacing a 100amp panel complete> installing (3) 15/20amp circuits to bathroom for lighting, switching,gfci receptacle & heater> (all fishing & surface mount)
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jan 2024Completed
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.
- Electrical permit Dec 2023Completed
Install 300 amp service, grounding, main service equipment (4) 125 mlo panels, and wiring throughout. install light fixtures, outlets, switches, smoke alarms, emergency lights, and exit signs as per 2017 nec. install fire alarm system as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2023Completed
Installation of plumbing for three apartment unit.
- Fire suppression permit Mar 2023Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13r throughout an existing structure. installation to include 2" fire service line and 2." dc wilkins 950 xlt2 backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
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
Brownfield site
1,500 ft
North 16th Street and 8 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,150 ft
O F Zurn Co and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
500 ft
South, George W., Memorial Protestant Episcopal Church of the Advocate. 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
1,450 ft
HS of Engineering & Science (1,450 ft), Frederick Douglass Mastery CS (1,600 ft), Duckrey Tanner Sch (1,650 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.9 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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