2608 Edgemont Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2608 Edgemont Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 5 not closed, and 41 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 2608 Edgemont Street 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
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- General permit minor Jul 2023Expired
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.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2023Completed
Supply and install new 5x4 cast iron curb trap with new 4" fai and pr vent box, per code, continuing with new 4" into property through foundation wall and converting to 4" pvc, approximately 20', connecting onto the existing pvc located before the window well.
- Electrical permit Mar 2023Completed
Repair light fixture in bathroom; repair light fixture in kitchen; install outlets, switches, light switches as per nec 2017
- Residential building permit Feb 2023Completed
Ez permit standards alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations; including underpinning, excavation and removed of foundation slab. separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work and the installation of heating/cooling appliances. *homeowner is doing the work*
- Plumbing permit Oct 2022Completed
Installation of three full bathrooms and a powder room. kitchen sink , laundry , hot water heater, washer and dryer installation of water distribution pipe, main drain, curb trap and fresh air inlet
- Electrical permit Oct 2022Completed
Wire through out as per 2014 nec install 200 amp service.
- Fire suppression permit Oct 2022Completed
The installation of a one (1) inch combined service line for a fire & domestic supply line and fire service line with remote toilet connection per plans. multipurpose residential fire sprinkler system designed in accordance with nfpa 13d. all work shall be accordance with approved plans, hydraulic calculations, and approved building permit. separate permits required for all plumbing work.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2022Completed
Interior plumbing 1 wc,1 lavatory
- Electrical permit Jul 2022Completed
Install new 100amp service and complete rewire of single family home with all new outlets switches lighting and co/smokes as per 2014 nec
- Residential building permit Jun 2022Completed
Ez permit standards alterations for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes any modification to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations, underpinning and excavations (i.e. digging in basement). any work/alterations to the basement/cellar is expressly prohibited unless documented as an existing habitable space with heights and means of egress per conditions of the ez standard. separate permits required for mechanical, electric and plumbing, etc. **zp-2022-000984 issued for addition. no work to be performed for this addition, separate permit with plans required** removal of non-load bearing partitions and materials, 1/2” drywall will be installed throughout the 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors, and ceilings. fixtures will be replaced in the living room, dining room, hallways, kitchen, & bedrooms. 1/2” drywall will be installed in the hallways and staircase. new windows will be installed within existing openings. base boards, interior doors shall be installed in 1st, 2nd, & 3rd floors. installation of new kitchen cabinets. tile work in the bathroom and kitchen. new hardwood flooring on the 1st, 2nd, & 3rd floors. existing staircase will remain. no work shall be performed in the basement.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2022Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances - for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. each hvac unit to be self-contained within each dwelling unit. no penetrations of rated assemblies. install carrier 3 ton 16 seer 60k btu 92% afue variable speed central air conditioner & gas system. 9 registers and 1 main return. condenser will be placed in back yard of property
- Residential building permit Apr 2022Completed
For the partial demolition of a rear portion of the existing attached structure and the erection of an addition at the rear with a roof deck above. details as shown in applcation/plans.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
1.8 mi
Franklin Slag Pile (MDC) (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Anzon Lead, 2545 Aramingo Ave (1,200 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
750 ft
Anzon Inc and 5 more within a mile. 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
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
2,850 ft
Richmond Sch (2,850 ft), Hackett Horatio B Sch (3,250 ft), Penn Treaty Sch (3,350 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
9.8 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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