2409 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2409 Ridge Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 46 permits, 11 not closed, and 60 violations, 14 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 2409 Ridge Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
11 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 14 open violations.
- Electrical permit Feb 2026Issued
Replace smoke detectors, horn/strobes, pull stations and emergency lighting. replacement of devices only. no fire alarm panel or wiring to be done.
- Commercial building permit Jan 2026Completed
Make safe permit- for (replace and repair missing bricks) to resolve case #cf-2025-136614. 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-2025-136614. “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.”
- Fire suppression permit Dec 2024Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout the building to include 4" main fire service line with a 4" wilkins 350ast backflow prevention assembly per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Dec 2024Completed
For the installation of a new hvac systems, associated duct work, rooftop units, and registers/diffusers as per approved plans. separate permit required for electrical, plumbing, fire suppression.
- Fire suppression permit Nov 2024Completed
For the installation of a new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13
- Plumbing permit Oct 2024Completed
Install interior sanitary, vent, storm, and water distribution to include 36 fixtures and 1 backflow prevention assembly: 7 toilets, 7 lavatory , 6 tubs/showers, 2 kitchen sinks, 3 area drains, 1 floor drain, 2 hose bibbs, 3 water heaters, 2 sumps/ejector pumps, 2 indirect wastes. installation of exterior sanitary and water distribution to incluide: 2 in water service, 6" storm and sanitary traps to include the fresh air inlet and the house drain. installation in accordance with 2018 ppc and stamped plans
- Electrical permit Oct 2024Completed
Install 400 amp electrical service and 4 meter packs with proper grounding. install 4 circuit breaker panels and breakers for house, commercial space and 2 unit. install wiring, lighting, switches and receptacle outlets. install interconnected smoke and co alarms according to the 2017 nec. install fire alarm system according to the 2016 nfpa 72 and per plans.
- Site / utility permit Jul 2024Completed
Site / utility permit for cp-2024-000062
- Commercial building permit Jun 2024Completed
For the erection of a four (4) story attached structure of type v-a construction with basement, roof deck, and roof deck access structure for use as vacant commercial space (separate permits required for fit-out and issuance of c.o.) and two (2) dwelling units (group r-3). building to be fully sprinklered per nfpa 13. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 ibc. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, and excavation work.
- Commercial building permit May 2024Expired
For enclosing the front entrance as per approved plans.
- Plumbing permit May 2024Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo cp-2023-003065
- Plumbing permit May 2024Completed
Plumbing permit (water distribution) for combo cp-2023-003065
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Raymond Rosen Housing Dev, 2110 N 23rd St (1,550 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,000 ft
2002 28 Cecil B Moore Avenue and 5 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,150 ft
Halpern Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
1,600 ft
Frederick Douglass Mastery CS (1,600 ft), Dick William Sch (1,700 ft), Kelley William D Sch (1,750 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.4 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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