2301 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2301 Fairmount Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 23 permits, 7 not closed, and 9 violations, 1 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 2301 Fairmount Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
7 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Site / utility permit Aug 2026Issued
Site / utility permit for cp-2026-003976
- Commercial building permit Aug 2026Amendment ready for issue
For the underpinning of an existing columns and for level ii alterations to an existing structure to include partial demolition and interior renovation to replace kitchen floor tiles and add new restrooms in 1st floor. install concrete curb beam and replace concrete slab in basement. for use as previously approved. as per approved plans. **********************************separate permits for any other work. ************************************ amendment: for the change in work sequence no curb beam to be installed at corner building. for the installation of temporary shoring to retain 10-inch soil excavation. as per approved plans.
- Commercial building permit Apr 2024Completed
**make safe permit** for partial replacement/repair of exterior wall, window, lintels to comply with violation case #cf-2023-088241. not to exceed scope of work noted in engineer's report and shown on approved plans. separate permits required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on the violations. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2023Expired
Repair/replace fai
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2022Completed
For the installation of a mechanical hvac system including all registers, diffusers, and appliances (installed in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications), with associated ductwork (all ductwork self-contained within each unit; no penetration of fire-rated assemblies), throughout a new four (4) story attached structure (w/roof deck and pilot house enclosing access stairs only) to be used as vacant commercial and group r-2, as per plans; see cp-2020-006168 for associated building permit.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2022Completed
6" combined sewer lateral, 1.5" domestic water service rough in water and waste for 4 ks, 8wc, 8 tubs, 8 lavs, 4laundry boxes
- Electrical permit Feb 2022Completed
Install a 600 amp service, (6) gang meter bank, (1) 200 amp panel & feeder, (4) 125 amp panels & feeders, (1) 100 amp panel & feeder. install wiring throughout the common areas, commercial shell space and four dwelling units. install lighting normal and emergency, switches, sensors and receptacles. provide power for the mechanical and hvac equipment. install a new fire alarm system throughout. all work in accordance with the 2017 nec & 2016 nfpa-72. amendment: the commercial space has been converted to a dwelling unit. see new uploaded, bubbled, and revised drawings.
- Zoning permit Dec 2021Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family
- Zoning permit Jun 2021Issued
For the creation of one(1) accessory surface parking space on the same lot with multi-family household living ( four(4) dwelling units) with vacant commercial at first floor and cellar and two(2) interior accessory parking garage for 2 spaces as previously approved structure ( see application # zp-2020-002596 for previously approved structure.)
- Fire suppression permit Mar 2021Completed
For the installation of an automatic wet sprinkler system throughout a four (4) story mixed-use structure to include a new two (2) inch fire service line and a new two (2) inch backflow prevention device. for the installation of class i standpipe systems. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with nfpa 13 and nfpa 14 by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia. [amendment approved 9/9/2022 for a relocation of the fire department connection and for a change in backflow preventer to a two (2) inch wilkins 950xlt2 model as per approved amended plans, cp-100 form, and hydraulic calculations.]
- Demolition permit Feb 2021Completed
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 start of work and to be maintained during all demolition activities. separate streets department approval required for sidewalk closure
- Commercial building permit Dec 2020Completed
For the construction of new attached four story plus cellar structure of type va construction for four family dwelling plus vacant commercial at first floor and cellar, with interior garage for 2 accessory parking spaces, rear decks,balconies, & roof decks accessed by pilot houses. all work as per plans. amendment (6/1/2022) to convert vacant commercial space to an additional dwelling unit as per revised plans.
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
Leaking fuel tanks
5 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 7 Eleven 40195, 2300 Fairmount Ave # 16 (100 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,050 ft
835 87 N 19th Street 1825 Wylie Street. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,900 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
High-voltage line
1,000 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
1,000 ft
Bache-Martin Sch (1,000 ft), Waring Laura W Sch (2,400 ft), Morris Robert Sch (3,050 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.4 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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