2440 Cedar Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2440 Cedar Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 46 permits, 15 not closed, and 12 violations, 2 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 2440 Cedar Street 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
15 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Plumbing permit May 2026Completed
Performed emergency excavation yesterday (sunday, 5/10/26) repair/replace ct, fai & section of main drain.
- Plumbing permit May 2026Issued
Cast and copper pex and pvc interior and 2" ds; curb traps and main drains 9 water closets; 9 lavs; 6 bathtubs; 1 shower; 6 kitchen sinks; 6 washer boxes; 8 hot water heaters; 1 hose bibb; 4 roof drains
- Electrical permit Mar 2026Issued
Install 600 amp service and grounding. install outlets, switches, lights, smoke/co alarms as per 2017 nec. install fire alarm system as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Fire suppression permit Oct 2025Issued
For the installation of an automatic fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13 throughout the building to include 4" main fire service line with 4-inch wilkins 350ast backflow preventer and automatic fire suppression system. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Oct 2025Issued
For the installation of hvac appliances, grds, bathroom and clothes dryer exhausts, and associated ductwork throughout six (6) dwelling units in a mixed-use building. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 imc. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. see cp-2024-001200 for associated building permit.
- Commercial building permit Aug 2025Issued
For the erection of a three (3) story attached structure as per approved plans. for use as vacant commercial spaces (seprate certificate of occupancy required prior to occupancy) and six (6) dwelling units. structure to be fully sprinklered in accordance with nfpa 13. **separate permits required for mep and fire suppression work. **foundations complete under ap#1042651.***2018 ibc**
- Zoning permit Jun 2025Issued
For an administrative adjustment to ap#1003937 in accordance with zba approval (see mi-2024-005928) to change the approved scope from the erection of an addition to complete demolition of the existing attached structure (documentation of removal of more than 2/3 of existing structural framing and the front exterior wall) and the new construction of an attached three-story structure with decks at the 2nd and 3rd stories. size and location as shown on plans. original ap#1003937 approval: for the amendment of ap#817317 for removal of proposed pilot house and roof deck. for the erection of an addition on the 2nd and 3rd floor level with decks (residential use) located on the 2nd and 3rd floor levels to an existing attached structure. size and location as shown per application/plan. structure for use as vacant commercial space on the 1st floor level (separate use registration permit to be obtained prior to occupancy) with multi-family household living (six (6) dwelling units) on the 2nd through 3rd floor levels.
- Demolition permit Aug 2024Completed
For the documentation of complete demolition (removal of more than 2/3 of structural framing and the front exterior wall) of an existing one (1) story masonry structure. demolition to be done by hand and with hand tools only. all permitted demolition activity to be in accordance with approved site safety demolition plan and such plan to be maintained on site at all times in accordance with philadelphia administrative code. any deviation will require an amended building permit. pedestrian protection to be in place prior to start of work and to be maintained during all demolition activities.
- Zoning permit Jun 2024Issued
Full demolition
- Plumbing permit Jun 2024Expired
Lateral seal
- Plumbing permit Feb 2024Expired
Plumbing per plan
- Fire suppression permit Feb 2024Expired
For the installation of a fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13 throughout the entire building with 4” fire service and 4" backflow prevention assembly. all work shall comply with the approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
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
Superfund site
2.1 mi
Franklin Slag Pile (MDC) (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
6 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Jacob Holtz Co, 2424 E York St (500 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,950 ft
2200 E Trenton St and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
550 ft
V S Philadelphia Galvanizing Llc 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
300 ft
Butterworth, H.W. and Sons Company Building. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
50 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
1,200 ft
Hackett Horatio B Sch (1,200 ft), Kensington HS (2,100 ft), Kensington Health Sciences (2,450 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
9.6 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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