259 West Johnson Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 259 West Johnson Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 18 permits, all closed, and 21 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 259 West Johnson Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out. 1 open violation.
- Alteration permit Oct 2017Completed
Level ii exterior alterations (no change of occupancy) for improvements to existing play area as part of an existing apartment complex to include erection of stair and lift as per approved plans.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2013Completed
2 kit,2 toilets,2 lavs,2 sh,2 washer boxes,1 hwh;cast and copper throughout (multifam)
- Electrical permit Mar 2013Completed
Remove & replace smoke detector remove & replace all sub panels w/new ones (100a) rough in 15/20 circuits for lights and outlets finish w/new switch lights and outlets as per nec 2008 (apt bldg)unit 2
- Plumbing permit Aug 2012Completed
20 hot water heaters 20 washer boxes 20 kitchen 32 toilets 32 lavs 32 showers cast ion & copper throughout
- Alteration permit May 2012Completed
Interior demo, renovations, upgrades to existing apartment units. no change in use or occupancy classification. level 2 alts. add'l permtis req; electrical, plumbing. co as matter of record.
- Mechanical permit May 2012Completed
Mechanicals renovations, upgrades to existing apartment units. no change in use or occupancy classification. level 2 alts. add'l permtis req; electrical,plumbing. co as matter of record.
- Electrical permit Feb 2012Completed
Apt bldg-remove & replace sub panels in each unit . rough in 15/20a circuits throughout. remove & replace old smoke detectors. finish elec w outlets,switches & light fixtures as per 2008 nec (north district)
- Plumbing permit Jan 2012Completed
32 toilets, 32 lavs, 32 tubs, 16 kits, all new 3" cast iron stacks,1.5 copper small waste lines, 3/4 and1/2" h/c water lines throughout bldg(apartments)
- Administrative permit Dec 2011Completed
Certification statement for residential occupancy of not more than three (3) people un-related by blood, marriage or adoption.
- Alteration permit Oct 2011Completed
Level 2 alterations to 18 units in 90 unit apartment complex.no change in use or occupancy.
- Mechanical permit Oct 2011Completed
Hvac for floors 1-4 (units s,t,u,v) and partial basement.
- Electrical permit May 2011Completed
Rewire 16 apartment total devices 520 receptacles,64 hard wire smoke detectors,16 gas fired heating units,256 lights,304 light switches,48 ceiling fans,replace 16 electrical panels,16 catv jacks,16 phone jacks as per 2008 nec
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Pastorious Court Apt, 501 W Hortter St (1,350 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
4,450 ft
Viz Manufacturing Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
200 ft
Seymour, Edward B., House. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
Radon potential
High
Average indoor levels here can exceed 4 pCi/L, EPA's action level. A $15 test kit settles it before you buy.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
1,700 ft
Lingelbach Anna L Sch (1,700 ft), Henry Charles W Sch (3,050 ft), Mastery CS-Pickett Campus (3,950 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
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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