2940 Gransback Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2940 Gransback Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 10 permits, 4 not closed, and 60 violations, 17 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 2940 Gransback 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
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 17 open violations.
- Demolition permit Oct 2026Issued
Sub demolition permit for cf-2026-135660. for the complete demolition of a property as part of the city of philadelphia demolition program. add'l specs: no sidewalk. (1) stucco c/w 2930 gransback. erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 6' chain link fence across front of property.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2026Issued
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.
- Electrical permit Jul 2023Completed
Installing a 200amp service complete. replacing various defective switches,fixtures,etc. installing (5) 15/20/30amp circuits (all fishing & surface mount) as per 2017 nec
- General permit minor Apr 2023Completed
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.
- Demolition permit Oct 2020Completed
For the complete demolition of an attached two-story building as per approved plans. a sidewalk closure shall be required within 5 feet of building facade in accordance with section 3306 of the ibc. separate streets department permit required. any deviation from approved plan will require an amended building permit.
- Zoning permit Sep 2020Issued
For the complete demolition of the existing attached structure. size and location as shown on plans.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2020Completed
Seal lateral ppc 2018
- Alteration permit Aug 2017Completed
New roof covering. contractor to provide roofing certification upon completion of work.
- Electrical permit Jun 2017Issued
Replace 6- outlets, repair water heater wiring and one new bathroom circuit wire...in accordance with 2008 nec for a one family building
- Plumbing permit Jan 2015Completed
Curb trap and fai pa201501361723 (sfd)"self certification's are no longer permitted","all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 ft in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
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
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 (350 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,700 ft
Impact Site and 5 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,500 ft
Parachem Southern Inc and 12 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
700 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
1,150 ft
Elkin Lewis Sch (1,150 ft), Willard Frances E Sch (1,500 ft), Conwell Russell MS (1,950 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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