2425 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2425 Frankford Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 12 not closed, and 60 violations, 13 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 2425 Frankford Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
12 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 13 open violations.
- Residential building permit Oct 2026Issued
For the replacement of the damaged portion of the front wall, the replacement of damaged lintels, the replacement of damaged joists, and the sistering of damaged joists to resolve cf-2021-077834. all work to be done per approved plans and engineering inspection letter. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on cf-2021-077834. "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." **a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required within ten (10) feet of the building facade in accordance with section 3306 of the 2021 ibc. separate building and/or streets department permit required prior to the start of any work.**
- Plumbing permit Apr 2025Completed
Installation of a 1" domestic water line, house/building drain, curb trap and fai
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Feb 2025Completed
For the installation of registers, diffusers and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other work.
- Fire suppression permit Jan 2025Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout the basement and first floor vacant commercial space and nfpa 13r throughout 2nd and 3rd floor to include 2" main fire service line with 2" wilkins 950 xlt2 backflow prevention assembly and fire system. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2024Completed
New construction of mixed use building. interior installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for 20 fixtures. all work performed in compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans.
- Electrical permit Nov 2024Completed
Install 400 amp service, meter banks, panels, and feeders. install wiring throughout the common, commercial areas and units. install lights normal & emergency, switches, receptacles and emergency equipment as per 2017 nec. install fire alarm system throughout as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Residential building permit Oct 2024Expired
Make safe permit to resolve case #cf-2021-077834 to repair bulged front wall and cornices, repair rotted floor joists and roof rafter as per engineer’s report and approved engineer plans. 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-2021-077834.
- Commercial building permit Oct 2024Completed
For the erection of an attached three (3) story structure with a roof deck and roof deck access structure. for use as two-family household living and a vacant commercial space. building is fully sprinklered in accordance with nfpa 13 in the commercial space and nfpa 13r in the residential spaces. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. **a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required within nine (9) feet of the building facade in accordance with section 3306 of the 2018 ibc. separate building and/or streets department permit required prior to the start of any work.** separate permiits to be obtained for all other work.
- Site / utility permit Jun 2024Completed
For the excavation for the new construction work as per approved plans. amendment approved as of 09/29/2024: to update the soils investigation report as well as to include the underpinning details.
- Demolition permit Jan 2024Expired
For the complete demolition of an existing one (1) story attached commercial structure, using hand-held tools and methods only, to include breaking up the foundation slab, as per submitted documents and site safety plan to remain on-site at all times; pedestrian protection to be in place prior to start of work and to be maintained during all demolition activities; any deviation from the submitted plans and documents will require amending this permit. * 21-day posting and noticed required prior to start of demolition. * a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required within 2.5 feet of building facades in accordance with section 3306; separate building and/or streets department permits may be required. * newly exposed walls shall be treated as per section b-3307.7 no less than 60 days after wall is exposed; no final inspection to be passed until wall covering is installed and passes inspection. * special inspections required as per section b-1704.6.4.
- Zoning permit Oct 2023Issued
For the demolition of an existing attached structure.
- Residential building permit Aug 2023Expired
Make safe permit to comply with case #702475 for the repair of the rear roof of a shed structure attached to an existing building. 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 #702475 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.**separate permit required for any work not documented on the approved plans**
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.3 mi
Franklin Slag Pile (MDC) (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: Calbar, 2612-44 N Martha St (1,450 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
550 ft
Collins Smith Barrick Playgarden and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,500 ft
Calbar Inc and 6 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
250 ft
Weisbrod & Hess Brewery. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
1,200 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
300 ft
Hackett Horatio B Sch (300 ft), Kensington HS (800 ft), Kensington Health Sciences (1,000 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
9.7 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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