3613 Melon Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3613 Melon Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 36 permits, 7 not closed, and 60 violations, 5 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 3613 Melon Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
7 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 5 open violations.
- Zoning permit Jul 2026Issued
New construction of two story single-family structure as per approved plan nte 38' in height. turn key affordable housing program
- Zoning permit Jun 2026Issued
For the erection of a detached structure with a roof access structure and an elevator overun on the roof for maintenance only; for use as a multi-family (five (5) single-family dwelling units) household living; size and location as shown in the application/plan.
- Zoning permit Feb 2026Issued
For the relocation of lot lines to consolidate four (4) existing lots (3617, 3619, 3621, & 3623 melon st.) into a single lot (lot a). size and location as shown in the application/plan.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2023Completed
Install md, ct, fai & 1.5" wdp.
- Fire suppression permit Jan 2023Completed
For the installation of a 2-inch fire service line for an automatic fire suppression sprinkler system with a backflow prevention assembly and standpipes in accordance with nfpa 13 & 14. all work shall be done in accordance with approved plans/hydraulic calculations.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2022Completed
Interior fixture installation installation of water supply piping to fixtures installation of soil and waste piping from fixtures types of fixtures: plumbing lines to fixtures, 2 roof drains, 6-toilets, 6-lavatories, 4-tubs, 4-kitchen sinks, 4-washers (other) & 4-hot water heaters, 1 sump pump. other: 4-washers
- Electrical permit Oct 2022Completed
Install a 400 amp service, (5) gang meter module, (5) 100 amp panels & feeders. install wiring throughout the common areas & (4) units. install lights normal & emergency, switches, receptacles, & smoke alarms. provide power for the hvac & mechanical equipment. install a new fire alarm system throughout. as per the 2017 nec & 2016 nfpa-72. amendment: change of electrical inspector to: company name: united inspection agency license #: 050976 license holder: thomas reichman
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Oct 2022Completed
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. all work is to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary, contact the design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits are required for all other work.
- Commercial building permit May 2022Completed
For the erection of an attached four-story building with cellar for use as multi-family household living (four dwelling units). building to be fully sprinklered with nfpa 13. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire suppression. **amend permit for underpinning**
- Demolition permit Apr 2021Completed
For the complete demo of a sfd as part of the city of philadelphia demolition program. *add'l specs: no stucco. replace sidewalk at 3608 & 3610 fairmount. retaining wall in front of 3608 fairmount to remain. erosion control mat with seed on lot.*
- Zoning/use permit Feb 2020Completed
For the erection of an attached structure. size and location as shown in application and plan. for use as four (4) dwelling units (multi-family household living).
- Alteration permit Apr 2019Completed
For the construction/repair of step header, framing,floor joist and stairway. for a single family household living. as per plans.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Brownfield site
1,000 ft
Mantua Urban Peace Garden and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,700 ft
Halpern Co and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
1,100 ft
230 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
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
400 ft
McMichael Morton Sch (400 ft), Belmont CS (2,600 ft), Powel Samuel Sch (2,850 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.9 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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