3138 Custer Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3138 Custer Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 27 permits, 6 not closed, and 60 violations, 21 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 3138 Custer 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
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 21 open violations.
- General permit minor Jul 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.
- Plumbing permit Jan 2026Issued
Replace 5 fixtures to full bathroom, kitchen & laundry.
- Electrical permit Jan 2026Issued
Install 200 amp electrical service and the main circuit breaker panel with proper grounding and bonding. rewire house throughout. install lighting, switches and receptacles outlets. install 120 volts interconnected smoke/co alarms. all work to be done according to the 2017 nec.
- Residential building permit Dec 2025Issued
For interior alterations to an existing attached single-family structure as per approved plan. *separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work*
- Residential building permit Apr 2025Completed
Make safe permit to comply with cf-2022-109154 to include repairs/replacement of exterior front bay, roof and framing per approved plans and in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801. licensed pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion. separate permits required for additional alterations not addressed in approved plans.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2024Completed
Replace curb trap; fresh air inlet replace 3/4" water line curb to house
- Residential building permit Jun 2022Completed
Make safe permit- for (brief description of work as per engineer’s report if applicable) to resolve case #cf-2021-100132. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case # cf-2021-100132
- Electrical permit Dec 2021Completed
Full rewire per 2014 nec code 200 amp service
- Plumbing permit Nov 2021Completed
Rough in and finish for the following fixtures: 1st floor: 1 toilet, 1 lavatory, 1 shower, 1 kitchen sink and washer box 2nd floor: 2 toilets, 2 lavatories and 2 showers
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Aug 2021Completed
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. (mechanical / fuel gas permit for combo rp-2021-011448 provide 4 interior wall-mounted ductless mini-split units 9,000 btu, 23.0 seer rating, fujitsu halcyon single-room unit. one unit to be provided in each bedroom, and one unit provided in kitchen area. outdoor condenser is a fujitsu halcyon multi-room variable-speed condenser rated for 35,200 btu, 17.0 seer rating. outdoor condenser to be provided at rear of property -not on a roof- and mounted within 12'-0" of grade. provide a mechanical ventilation system minimum 50 cfm intermittent or 20 cfm continuous for each bathroom without an operable window. vent directly to outside. occurs at 3 bathrooms).
- Residential building permit Aug 2021Completed
For interior alterations to an attached structure as per approved plan; for use as single-family household living. *separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work* **underpinning is not part of this permit**
- Electrical permit Oct 2019Completed
100amp service complete and fishing only 4-20amp branch circuits, replace 9-receptacles & 7-switches as per nec 2014 north central district
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
2.0 mi
Franklin Slag Pile (MDC) (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Brownfield site
1,050 ft
1901 W Clearfield St and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,800 ft
Parachem Southern Inc and 13 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
500 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
850 ft
Conwell Russell MS (850 ft), Willard Frances E Sch (1,050 ft), Elkin Lewis Sch (1,200 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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