3635 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3635 Lancaster Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 50 permits, 6 not closed, and 7 violations, 2 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 3635 Lancaster Avenue 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
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Electrical permit Dec 2025Completed
Using the existing 120a panel, interior wiring (refer to equipment schedule). install light fixtures, duplex receptacles, breakers, gfics.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Nov 2025Completed
For the relocation of grds and associated ductwork as per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 imc. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. see cp-2025-002736 for associated tenant fit-out permit.
- Fire suppression permit Sep 2025Completed
Ez permit sprinkler relocation (nfpa 13)- for the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. relocate 13 existing sprinkler heads
- Plumbing permit Sep 2025Completed
First floor: install (1) wc (1) lava (1) mop sink (1) fd (3) sinks (1) prep sink (1) 3-comp sink (1) grease trap
- Zoning permit Aug 2025Issued
For the installation of one (1) statically illuminated wall sign. size and location as shown in the application / plans.
- Commercial building permit Jul 2025Completed
For level ii alterations to an existing attached structure. for use as a business occupancy (prepared food shop - group b). alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvments throughout. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
- Zoning permit Apr 2025Issued
Eating and drinking establishments - prepared food shop
- Plumbing permit Dec 2024Completed
Supply and install new 1" rpz backflow preventer.
- Zoning permit Feb 2021Issued
Eating and drinking establishments - sit-down restaurant
- Plumbing permit Dec 2019Expired
Replace 3/4" k copper water line as per 2004 ppc
- Suppression permit Sep 2018Completed
Ez permit sprinkler relocation (nfpa 13)- for the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
- Electrical permit Sep 2018Completed
On an existing 200amp service,install lights,switches,recepts,exit and emergency lights,cable tv and 5-plenum rated cat5e cables with a longest run of about 80ft as per 2008 nec (west district)
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
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Bob & Weezies Gas Sta, 3842 Lancaster Ave (1,350 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
400 ft
Dupont Crescent Schuylkill River Dev Corp and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,800 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
550 ft
Powel Samuel Sch (550 ft), Science Leadership Academy MS (550 ft), McMichael Morton Sch (2,600 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.5 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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