2440 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2440 Ridge Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 29 permits, 11 not closed, and 0 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 2440 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.
- Commercial building permit Sep 2026Issued
Make safe permit- for (repair decorative fascia board between first and second floors. ) to resolve case #cf-2025-008895. 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-2025-008895. “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.”
- Plumbing permit Oct 2025Completed
5 in curb trap, fai
- Plumbing permit Aug 2025Expired
Replace 1" backflow device
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2025Issued
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.
- Electrical permit Jul 2024Issued
Install a 400 amp service, (4) gang meter bank, (1) 200 amp panel & feeder, (2) 125 amp panels & feeders, (1) 100 amp panel & feeder. install wiring throughout the common areas, commercial space, & two dwelling units. install lights normal & emergency, switches, sensors, receptacles, & smoke alarms. provide power for the mechanical & hvac equipment as per 2017 nec. install a new fire alarm system throughout as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2024Issued
Install sultans drainage lines for 5 toilets , 5 vanities 3 showers , 3 kitchen sink 3 washers.
- Fire suppression permit Mar 2024Issued
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout the building to include 2" main fire service line with 2-inch wilkins 950xlt2 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
- Commercial building permit Dec 2023Issued
For the construction of an addition above and at the rear of the existing attached structure. for use as childcare-child care center at basement and first floor with two-family household living above. as per approved plans. ***********separate permits required for all other work. ***************************************
- Zoning permit Aug 2023Issued
For the erection of an addition above and and the rear of the existing attached structure. size and location as shown in application/plans.
- Commercial building permit Jun 2023Completed
Make safe permit to comply with case violation cf-2021-012862 to include exterior wall repairs and floor framing repairs/replacement per approved plans, engineer's report, and in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801. licensed 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.
- Commercial building permit Feb 2022Completed
To legalize change of occupancy to mercantile at first floor in existing structure and the installation of shelving. separate permits required for all other work.
- Zoning permit Jul 2020Issued
Retail sales - food, beverages, and groceries
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
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Fleet Site 015, 2601 W Glenwood Ave (1,550 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,750 ft
Home Ownership Project and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,950 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
1,550 ft
Kelley William D Sch (1,550 ft), Dick William Sch (1,650 ft), Frederick Douglass Mastery CS (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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