217 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 217 Fairmount Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 57 permits, 5 not closed, and 60 violations, 3 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 217 Fairmount Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2026Issued
Replace 5 fixtures. 2nd floor (1) wc – reuse existing toilet on existing rough (1) lav 4th floor (1) wc (1) lav (1) shower – with multi-function diverter tie into existing domestic water risers and sanitary sewer stack
- Plumbing permit Mar 2026Completed
Repair/replace ct, fai & md into the house.
- Electrical permit Feb 2026Completed
Install switch, switch control wire customer provided light fixture or itech provided recessed light 4th fl bathroom: (1) exhaust fan, (1) recessed light, (1) vanity light 2nd fl bathroom: (1) exhaust fan, (1) ceiling fixture relocate (1) gfci receptacle in 4th floor bathroom (assumes dedicated bathroom circuit) relocate electrical wires that are in the way in 4th fl bathroom by installing (1) receptacle in hallway and (1) receptacle/j-box in closet/bedroom install (2) customer provided light fixtures (existing wiring) in front exterior
- Commercial building permit Feb 2026Issued
For a level ii interior alterations (no change in occupancy) to an existing structure. ** all work to be done per approved plans.** building is not sprinklered** if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work**. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.** amended as of 3/26/2026 to update the occupancy classification as per approved plans.**
- Electrical permit Sep 2024Completed
Install 320 amp electrical service, one meter socket with proper grounding and bonding. install one new 200 amp circuit breaker panel and one 100 circuit breaker panel. install one 200 amp disconnect for existing 200 amp panel according to the 2017 nec and per plans.
- Electrical permit May 2024Completed
Basement: install (2) dedicated lines and (4) receptacles. install (5) flash mount led lights (existing wiring) to be controlled by (1) switch. 1st floor: install (2) customer provided ceiling fans (existing wiring). install (1) receptacle by stairway wall. install (1) closet light + switch. install (1) 3-way switch to existing single pole switch controlling pendant light. install (2) customer provided outdoor light fixtures + (2) switches. install (1) rear exterior gfci receptacle. 2nd floor: install (1) receptacle by stairway wall. install (1) customer provided chandelier. install (4) recessed lights. install (1) cat6 line by the tv and (1) cat6 line + (1) receptacle in closet. 3rd floor: install (1) cat6 line by the tv and (1) cat6 line + (1) receptacle in closet in bedroom1 install (1) cat6 line by the tv and (1) cat6 line + (1) receptacle in closet in bedroom2. install (1) customer provided ceiling fan in bedroom2. install (2) recessed lights in bedroom2. install (2) receptacles in bedroom2 4th floor: install (1) dedicated circuit for bathroom gfci. install (1) feed wire for bathroom lights. install (3) recessed lights + (3) switches in hallway. install (1) light fixture in mechanical. install (1) light fixture in closet of bedroom2. install (4) recessed lights in bedroom2. install (1) cat6 line by the tv and (1) cat6 line + (1) receptacle in closet in bedroom2. install (2) light fixtures in closet + (2) switches in bedroom1. install (1) recessed light to the existing (4) recessed lights install (2) pendant lights (existing wiring). re-run the electrical lines for the hvac install (1) cat6 line by the tv and (1) cat6 line + (1) receptacle in closet in bedroom1 three-way switches: install a pair of switches to control a light fixture from 2 locations (2) 1st fl to 2nd fl, (2) 2nd fl to 3rd fl, (2) 3rd fl to 4th fl. install (1) 100 a sub-panel on 5th floor. install 100 amp cable from main panel in basement to sub-panel.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2024Completed
Reroute stack water and drain lines to 3 fixtures
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Feb 2024Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation if new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.
- Residential building permit Jan 2024Completed
Renovation of single-family structure to include new stair and elevator openings per plan. *amend 5/2/25 - revise floor plan per amended construction documents*
- General permit minor Oct 2022Expired
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.
- Electrical permit Sep 2019Completed
Wire building with lights,switches,recepts,smokes and co detectors as per 2008 nec (cc district) install a complete fire alarm system with pulls,horns,strobes and lights as per nfpa72
- Mechanical permit May 2019Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation if new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.*installation of ul listed vent free fireplace per manufacturer's specifications.*
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
Superfund site
2.8 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
14 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Kobryn Prop, 603 - 617 N American St (250 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
350 ft
700 704 N Third Street and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,250 ft
American Freight Warehousing Co 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
300 ft
St. John's Church. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
600 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
1,900 ft
Kearny Gen Philip Sch (1,900 ft), Bodine William W HS (2,150 ft), Young Scholars CS (2,700 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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