287 Ridgeway Terrace, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 287 Ridgeway Terrace have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 8 permits, all closed, and 48 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 287 Ridgeway Terrace at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out. No open violations.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2023Completed
Repair/replace ct & fai
- Plumbing permit Apr 2013Completed
Replace curb trap fai new vent box pa20130850542 (sfd)
- Addition permit Jul 2012Completed
Install roof over rear patio, 19'x 10' (duplex)
- Zoning/use permit Jul 2012Completed
Install roof over rear patio, 19'x 10' (duplex)
- Electrical permit Aug 2011Completed
Rewire top floor, 2 bedroom apartment into existing service as per 2008 nec (east dist)
- Alteration permit Aug 2011Completed
Interior alterations to include replacement of 2 second floor joist and drywall where needed throughout. applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standard for interior alterations, dated january 2011. deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties.
- Alteration permit Jun 2011Completed
Remove existing fire damaged drywall in second floor apartment and replace with new 1/2" drywall. no work to any fire rate assemblies. install new replacement windows and interior doors. new floor covering throughout and kitchen cabinets. retile bathroom
- Electrical permit Apr 2011Completed
Replace service entrance cable (2-apts). install bathroom operated smoke detectors and c/o detectors (ce#264778).... in accordance with 2008 nec
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Toxic release facility
1,600 ft
Sandmeyer Steel Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
3,050 ft
Loesche William H Sch (3,050 ft), Washington George HS (4,400 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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