231 Lawnbrook Road, Philadelphia
technical data · neighborhood and transit
Quick answers
- Does 231 Lawnbrook Road have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 12 permits, 7 not closed, and 8 violations.
- 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 231 Lawnbrook Road 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
7 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Electrical permit Mar 2026Completed
Wiring the kitchen appliance circuits (range, microwave, dishwasher, disposal, refrigerator, washer/dryer). bathroom, bedroom, living room receptacles and switches. tamper-resistant outlets per nec. install 6-7 smoke detectors (120v with battery backup) in bedrooms, living areas, hallways, and common spaces. installing 15 and 20 amp arc-fault breakers for new circuits.installation of interior and exterior led fixtures / sconces.
- Residential building permit Mar 2026Issued
- 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. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work
- Residential building permit Feb 2026Completed
Make safe permit to resolve case violation # cf-2025-010366 to repair damage caused by fire as per the engineer's report and approved engineer plans. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2025-010366. “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 Dec 2025Issued
Install new water and drains for the whole house including master bath, guest bath and kitchen fixtures including 2) toilets 2) lavatory sinks 2) shower/tub 1) kitchen sink
- Electrical permit Dec 2025Issued
Upgrading service to 200 amp. which includes a (new 200 amp 30 breaker space panel and arc-fault breakers, 200 amp meter socket, 35 ft of 200 amp 4/0 aluminum cable. new grounding electrode system. wiring the kitchen appliance circuits (range, microwave, dishwasher, disposal, refrigerator, washer/dryer). bathroom, bedrooms, living room tamper-resistant receptacles per nec, switches and light fixtures. install and wiring 6-7 smoke detectors (120v with battery backup) in bedrooms, living areas, hallways, and common spaces.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Oct 2025Issued
Mechanical / fuel gas permit for combo rp-2025-008486
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Oct 2025Issued
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances - for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. install new furnace, 2.5 ton ac, ductwork throughout, and 10 diffusers
- Residential building permit Oct 2025Issued
For the removal of a canopy, erection of a deck in the rear yard, and interior alterations to an existing single-family structure as per approved plan. *separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work*
- Zoning permit Sep 2025Issued
For the erection of a rear deck at existing semi-detached structure. size and location as shown in plan.
- Residential building permit Apr 2025Completed
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.” make safe permit - for the repair of fire damaged roof assembly, trusses and sheathing to resolve case cf-2025-010378. 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-2025-010378.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2023Completed
Ht and fai repair
- General permit minor Sep 2019Completed
Roof replacement - install a shingle type roof system. 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).
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
Superfund site
2.7 mi
Cosden Chemical Coatings Corp. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
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
2,950 ft
Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch (2,950 ft), Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush (3,700 ft), John Hancock Demonstration Sch (4,550 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
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
Have you lived here? Share your experience.
Leave a reviewThe Address Story
Every address has a context. Read its story.
How much it costs to live here
Price, rent, mortgage, and the city's economic context, all in one place.
The money at this address
Renting, buying, and investing, on the same numbers. Enter the listing price to see all calculations.
Enter a rent and the yield calculation fills in on its own.
Loan calculator for this address
Enter the listing price. The calculation uses only your numbers.
Rough estimate, with a fixed rate. The bank's offer may include fees and insurance.
More on Lawnbrook Road
All addressesViewing recommendations
What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- This is a house, not an apartment. Check the lot boundaries, car access, and how water drains from the yard after rain, including whether the neighboring lot sits higher and could send water toward the property.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
- Schedule a viewing in the evening too, on a weekday, to see street traffic, streetlights, and how quiet the neighborhood is after 8 PM.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
- Check the sewer connection (public network or septic tank) and the water source (public network or well), including pressure and water quality.
Neighborhood recommendations are derived from public OpenStreetMap data and may be incomplete. Checking in person is still what matters most.