218 Bainbridge Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 218 Bainbridge Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 39 permits, 8 not closed, and 19 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 218 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. 6 open violations.
- Residential building permit Oct 2026Issued
For remove and replace the 12 top course of the veneer to fix the separating brick make safe to resolve case cf-2026-104457. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case cf-2026-104457.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2025Expired
Replace 5" curb trap and fai
- Zoning permit Jul 2024Issued
Limited lodging
- General permit minor Jun 2024Expired
Ez permit re-roofing- for the installation of new roof coverings on exiting roofs as per attached standard and phc approval. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2024Completed
Replacement of 50 gal gas water heater
- Plumbing permit May 2024Expired
Repair/replace curbtrap and fai
- Plumbing permit Feb 2021Expired
Supply and install new pvc waste lines and pex water lines to for new master bath.
- Electrical permit Jan 2021Expired
New lighting in bathroom and 4th floor bedroom. new exhaust fan in bathroom according to the 2014 nec
- Residential building permit Nov 2020Expired
Demo the master bathroom. remove all tile finishes and plumbing fixtures. relocate one doorway in a non load bearing wall. modify the closet. relocate the toilet (by the plumber).
- General permit minor Dec 2019Completed
Ez exterior wall coverings- for the applications of exterior wall coverings as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. *pointing of brick exterior wall*
- Plumbing permit Jul 2019Completed
New construction: interior/exterior plumbing;4 story structure;four family (multi-family) household living; 11 wc, 15 lavs, 7 shower/tub, 4 kitchen sinks, 4 laundry, 4 water heaters, ct, fai, md, 1.5" water distribution.
- Electrical permit Mar 2019Completed
New 400 amp service. unit 1- 150 amp, unit 2- 225 mp, unit 3 and 4- 100 amp each. house panel 100 amp. wire throughout 4 dwelling units as per plan and nec 2008. wire new fire alarm throughout as per nfpa 72. (south dist) wire new fire alarm throughout as per nfpa 72. (south dist) ** elevator done by separate contractor**
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
1.8 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 (1,300 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
600 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,100 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility and 5 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
200 ft
Ralston, Robert, School. 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
1,200 ft
Meredith William M Sch (1,200 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (2,300 ft), Nebinger George W Sch (2,350 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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