2437 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2437 Fairmount Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 29 permits, 1 not closed, and 16 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 2437 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
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Electrical permit Feb 2024Completed
200 amp outside service entrance cable x1 2 story 200 amp service cable protector x1 fish only per 2017 nec
- Plumbing permit Jun 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.
- Electrical permit Dec 2022Completed
200 amp ground system x1 doorbell x1 square d complete home surge protective (chsp) device x1 15 amp afci circuit x7 20 amp afci circuit x5 15 amp duplex x21 20 amp duplex x1 20 amp gfci x4 15 amp gfci x2 light switch ( one location) x14 3way light switch x6 light fixture (standard weight) x6 light fixture (lite weight) x8 closet light x3 20 amp afci circuit x5 15 amp afci circuit x1 20 amp gfci x5 15 amp duplex x1 20 amp duplex x2 4 inch recessed lights x8 smoke detector x5 smoke & carbon monoxide detector x4 200amp 40ckt homeline expansion panel x1 fish only as per 2017 nec
- Electrical permit Oct 2020Expired
Installation of whole house square d complete home surge protective (chsp) device. 100amp 32ckt square d qo service fish only as per 2014 nec
- Mechanical permit Feb 2019Completed
Install (1) hvac system with ductwork. (sfd)
- Electrical permit Jan 2019Completed
200amp service with 40 circuits panel & rewiring throughout with recepts, switches, lights, fixtures, interconnected smokes & co detectors,low voltage phone/tv as per 2008 nec (cc district)
- Plumbing permit Dec 2018Completed
Replace water servive from curb stop to house, install new pex water lines and pcv drains to 1 kitchen sink, 3 toilets, 3 showers, 3 lavs, 1 laundry box and 1 water heater per 2004 philadelphia plumbing code
- Alteration permit Nov 2018Completed
Interior renovation of single family residence, including replacement of windows and doors; renovation of bathrooms. installation of new floors, new electrical, new ac & heat, and new drywall. this project does not include demolition of construction of load bearing elements. removal of existing plaster and some partition walls is included, and is being applied for under a separate ez permit for interior demolition.
- Demolition permit Nov 2018Completed
Ez interior demolition-demo of nonload bearing partition walls and other finishes. throughout for the interior demolition on non-bearing partition wall and ceilings as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2018Completed
Install 2 1/2 bath, 2 kitchen sinks, 2 dish washer, 2 garbage disposal, stack and 1 water heater.the installation will comply with the philadephia plubming code 2004
- Alteration permit May 2018Completed
For level i alterations to existing residential occupancy, alteratsiont to include the replacement of finishes and furnising, no changes to means of egress or alterations to existing fire rated assemblies. all work to be done per approved plans. separate permits required for structural work, mechanical, electrical,and plumbing work.
- Use permit Aug 2017Completed
1st floor commercial retail, 2nd floor front, one single family dwelling 3rd floor front, one single family dwelling rear 2 and 3 fl bi level one single family dwelling. totaling three family dwelling above commercial space on first floor in an existing building. no change in height or square footage. no sign with this permit.
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 (750 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
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
1,500 ft
Bache-Martin Sch (1,500 ft), Morris Robert Sch (2,900 ft), Waring Laura W 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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