3305 A Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3305 A Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 14 permits, 4 not closed, and 60 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 3305 A 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. 10 open violations.
- Residential building permit Jul 2026Expired
For the replacement of the damaged main roof, bay roof. bay finsihes, and bay windows to resolve cf-2026-015669. all work to be done per approved plans and engineering inspection letter. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on cf-2026-015669. "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 Feb 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.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2023Issued
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. (replace appliance in kind - just replacing the same appliance that was there for a phdc job for city - replace & installed new 60k btu goodman gas fired furnace).
- Plumbing permit Jul 2018Completed
Replaced curb trap and fresh air inlet - pa1# 2018-1781133 - "self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Electrical permit Oct 2017Completed
Replace 100a, 30- circuit panel w/22 circuits, receptacle.... in accordance with 2008 nec for a one family building (paid for by phdc)
- Residential building permit Oct 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. separate permits required for plumbing, electric and hvac.call inspector at district office at least 24 hours prior to start
- Plumbing permit Oct 2017Completed
Install pvc drsain pipe and copper supply lines to a water closet, lavatory and stall shower
- Plumbing permit Sep 2017Completed
Install new curb trap and fai-pa1#20172640669-"self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Plumbing permit Jul 2016Completed
Re-rough bathroom- replace toilet and vanity
- Alteration permit Dec 2008Completed
Install one roll-up gate for restaurant
- Electrical permit Nov 2008Completed
Gfci in basement outlet, replace old wire, add ground to water meter, add 1 light at stairway to basement as per 2005 nec (east district)
- Electrical permit Nov 2008Completed
Repair all unterminated electrical wiring in junction boxes, install covers on all open junction boxes, support all wiring at proper intervals as per 2005 nec (east district)
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave, winter weather. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.6 mi
Franklin Slag Pile (MDC) (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
5 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Petes Auto Clinic, 3454 B St (850 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,200 ft
Mcveigh Playground and 6 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,500 ft
Abbey Color Inc and 9 more within a mile. 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
600 ft
John B Stetson MS (600 ft), Cramp William Sch (1,300 ft), Elkin Lewis Sch (2,000 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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