317 North 40th Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 317 North 40th Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 55 permits, 2 not closed, and 38 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 317 North 40th Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Electrical permit Aug 2023Completed
Install 600 amp, 1ph, 120/240v main service. install 8 gang meter module. install all wiring throughout 7 apartments & common areas. install cable tv wiring as per 2017 nec. install fire alarm throughout as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Fire suppression permit Jun 2023Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13r throughout the building to include 2" main fire service line with a 2" wilkins 950xlt2bfss backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2023Completed
Installation of a new hvac system for a new construction multi-family dwelling as per approved plans. *2018 imc review*
- Plumbing permit Mar 2023Completed
Pex and pvc throughout 17 water closets; 17 lavs; 10 bathtubs; 7 showers; 7 kitchen sinks; 7 washer boxes; 7 hot water heaters new 1 1/2" domestic water services, curb traps and main drains 6 roof drains; 1 sewage ejector/1 sump pump
- Commercial building permit Dec 2021Completed
For the erection of an attached three (3) story structure. structure for use as a multi-family household living for a total of seven (7) units. type b unit located in the rear of the structure on the first floor level. an existing structure for a single-family dwelling already occupies the lot and will remain. proposed building is fully sprinklered in accordance with nfpa 13r. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. **a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required within 10 feet of the building facade in accordance with section 3306 of the 2018 ibc. separate building and/or streets department permit required prior to the start of any work. **separate permiits to be obtained for all other work.
- Zoning permit Jun 2021Completed
For the erection of three-story side & rear additions with cellar as part of an existing attached structure. size and location as shown in the application / plan.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2021Completed
For the installation of mechanical work to include registers/diffusers, ductwork, rooftop units, and all other work as per approved plans.
- Plumbing permit May 2021Completed
Interior plumbing for multi-family structure per the phila plumbing code.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2021Completed
Storm and sanitary curb traps and fresh air inlets, main drains, water service, and rain leader
- Electrical permit Mar 2021Completed
Furnish and install complete electrical system including (1) 400 amp service with (7) meters, (81) lights, (51) receptacles, (12) 220v outlets, and (51) gfci(s) as per 2017 nec. install fire alarm as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Zoning permit Feb 2021Issued
For the relocation of lot line to create one lot (parcel - c) from two deeded lots and opa accounts parcel a & b (311 & 313 n 40th st); one existing structure on parcel # b remain. size and location as shown in the application / plans.
- Commercial building permit Nov 2020Completed
For interior alterations to existing five-family dwelling to create one (1) additional dwelling unit. alterations include new interior partitions, new exit stair and interior finishes, as per approved plans. **no change in occupancy classification**
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
6 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Former Toney Miller Svc Sta, 3917-27 Lancaster Ave (950 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,050 ft
Modern Laundry and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,550 ft
Ge Co Re Entry Sys Department. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
1,450 ft
Robeson HS for Human Services (1,450 ft), Powel Samuel Sch (2,250 ft), Science Leadership Academy MS (2,250 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.4 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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