2421 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2421 Fairmount Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 33 permits, 9 not closed, and 10 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 2421 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
9 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Residential building permit Oct 2026Issued
Kitchen renovation and removal of an existing one-story addition at rear of house of an existing single family dwelling. details as per plan.
- Electrical permit Aug 2026Issued
Remodel of 3rd fl bathroom, replacement of fixtures, installation of 6 switches, 3 outlets, 2 recessed lights, 2 wall sconces, 1 ventilation fan with light and radiant heated flooring
- Plumbing permit Aug 2026Issued
- approved plumbing work associated with an (addition or alteration) per attached ez permit standard for plumbing.
- Residential building permit Aug 2026Issued
For interior alterations to the third-floor bathroom in an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. separate permits are required for all associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only.
- Zoning permit Jun 2026Issued
For partial demolition of existing structure rear one story portion and rear second floor deck. size and location as shown in the application / plan.
- Plumbing permit May 2026Issued
Remodel of 2nd fl bathroom, replacement of fixtures.
- Electrical permit May 2026Issued
Remodel of 2nd fl bathroom, replacement of fixtures, installation of 2 switches, 1 outlet, 1 recessed light, 3 wall sconces, 1 ventilation fan
- Residential building permit May 2026Issued
For interior alterations to a second floor bathroom in an existing attached structure used as a single-family dwelling as per building application/plan.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2023Completed
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.
- Residential building permit Sep 2023Completed
**make safe permit** for repairs to include removal and reconstruction of the front exterior wall to comply with violations # cf-2022-081826 and cf-2023-029404. 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 cases # cf-2022-081826 and cf-2023-029404. 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 only.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2023Completed
Replace 3/4 water supply from curb to meter
- General permit minor Dec 2022Expired
Ez exterior wall coverings - (make safe - ez exterior wall covering replacement for front wall to comply cf-2022-081826). for the applications of exterior wall coverings as per attached standards. deviations from these standards shall result in permit revocation and require submission of construction and site plans. 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.
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 (600 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
4,300 ft
Halpern Co and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
500 ft
Fidelity Mutual Life Insurance Company Building. 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
1,400 ft
Bache-Martin Sch (1,400 ft), Morris Robert Sch (2,900 ft), Waring Laura W Sch (2,950 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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