320 Hermit Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 320 Hermit Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 5 permits, 3 not closed, and 19 violations, 1 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 320 Hermit 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
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Zoning permit May 2024Issued
Residential - household living - two-family
- Electrical permit Feb 2019Completed
Replacement of 2 gang meter with a 3 gang meter (the 3 gang meter is for common areas) as per 2008 nec **fish only no active building permit in place**
- Mechanical permit Jul 2013Expired
Install 2 rheem 80% efficient gas furnaces model #'s rgps07eamer.input for each unit is 70,000-btu.art#4525465. install all miscellaneous acessirues.use existing flu and gas pipiing.remove old equipment.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2009Completed
Remove and replace sink and faucet and garbage disposal. hook-up dishwasher and gas stove
- Electrical permit Sep 2009Abandoned
Upgrade the existing receptacles and switches to code for the new kitchen renovation, also install (2) 120 volt circuits for the microwave and gfci as per 2005 nec (north dist)
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
6 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Ridge Gas & Food Mart, 5650 Ridge Ave (1,650 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
2,850 ft
Richardsapex Inc. 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
Nearest public schools
1,150 ft
Cook-Wissahickon Sch (1,150 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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- This is a house, not an apartment. Check the lot boundaries, car access, and how water drains from the yard after rain, including whether the neighboring lot sits higher and could send water toward the property.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Check the sewer connection (public network or septic tank) and the water source (public network or well), including pressure and water quality.
- Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
- Check the condition of the fence, yard, and sidewalk out front: who is responsible for upkeep, and whether there are any boundary disputes with neighbors.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
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