3159 Pennock Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3159 Pennock Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 11 permits, 5 not closed, and 43 violations, 10 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 3159 Pennock 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
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 10 open violations.
- Electrical permit Jun 2026Completed
100 amp services replacement, (3) 20 amp line to 1 sf fl for outlets, gfci in kitchen, replace 5 switches and replace 4 fixtures ( fishing only)
- Electrical permit Jul 2025Issued
Installation of solar array in accordance with signed standard.
- General permit minor Jul 2025Expired
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.
- General permit minor Sep 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.
- Residential building permit Apr 2023Completed
Make safe permit to comply with case # cf-2022-112557- for the repair to the damaged side wall of an existing structure. work to be performed as per engineer's report. 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-2022-112557. **special inspection to be monitored at all time by the approved special inspection agency**in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a 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.**
- General permit minor Nov 2019Expired
Remove existing roofing system; install new modified hot roof system. (sfd)
- Electrical permit Aug 2017Completed
200amp service with ground system per 2008 nec (sfd)
- Residential building permit Apr 2017Issued
Ez interior alterations. 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. licensed contractor to be listed on permit. replace 3 joist. separate permits required for plumbing, electric and hvac. call inspector at district office at least 24 hours prior to start
- Alteration permit Jan 2016Completed
Exterior wall covering (stucco).
- Plumbing permit Feb 2014Completed
Repair house trap and fai (sfd)pa20140580326
- Use permit Jan 2013Completed
Use permit to legalize vacant storefront and 1 apartment
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
Leaking fuel tanks
12 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Septa Allegheny Garage, 27th & Allegheny Ave (550 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
700 ft
Northwest Corner Of 26th Susquehanna St and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,000 ft
Tasty Baking Co and 6 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
950 ft
230 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
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
Nearest public schools
1,050 ft
Rhodes E Washington Sch (1,050 ft), Randolph A. Philip Area Vocational-Technical High School (2,200 ft), Peirce Thomas M Sch (2,700 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
9.7 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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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
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