2811 Kensington Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2811 Kensington Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 32 permits, 17 not closed, and 60 violations, 18 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 2811 Kensington Avenue 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
17 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 18 open violations.
- Electrical permit Nov 2025Completed
From existing peco service: install new distribution panels in basement and second floors, connect power to receptacles, lighting circuits, appliances, hvac equipment, and install fire alarm system. all work per 2017 nec. -noted: all wiring in patient care areas to be per 517.13(a) low frequency sounders to be installed in all living rms and bedrooms.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2025Issued
Replace 2 curb traps, fai, storm & sanitary, & main drain
- General permit minor Dec 2024Expired
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 Oct 2024Issued
Install 3 sinks, 2 lavatories, 2 water closets, 1 mop sink and 1 hot water heater according to the 2018 ppc and per plans.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Sep 2024Expired
For a new mechanical system installation for a roof top condeser unit as per plans. 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.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jul 2024Issued
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. for use as previously approved. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
- Commercial building permit Jan 2024Issued
For the erection of an addition to an existing attached structure for use as a business occupancy (professional office), alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvements throughout. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. *asbestos remediation required*
- Commercial building permit Dec 2023Expired
Alterations to existing structure to include new interior partitions and interior finishes, new storeront window system, as per approved plans. **no change in occupancy classification** amendment approved as of 3/7/25: to modify the floor plans at the second and third floor levels. size and location as shown in the amended plans.
- Zoning permit Aug 2023Completed
For the relocation of lot lines to consolidate two (2) existing lots (premises “a”: 2819 kensington ave) & (premises “b”: 2821 kensington ave) into one (1) lot (parcel “c”); size and location as shown in the application/plan.
- Zoning permit Jan 2023Issued
For the erection of a rear addition to the existing attached structure, size and location as shown on the plans.
- Zoning permit Jan 2023Issued
Retail sales - food, beverages, and groceries
- Zoning permit Nov 2022Issued
Residential - household living - two-family
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave, winter weather. 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
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Fire Site 244, Boudinot & 1 Hart Ln (950 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,800 ft
2100 E Rush Street and 4 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,300 ft
Rhone Poulenc Inc Walsh Div and 10 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
600 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
1,700 ft
Willard Frances E Sch (1,700 ft), Elkin Lewis Sch (2,000 ft), Conwell Russell MS (2,300 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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