3812 Morrell Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3812 Morrell Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 19 permits, 5 not closed, and 37 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 3812 Morrell Avenue 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
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Plumbing permit Jan 2024Completed
Replace 3/4" backflow device.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2023Expired
Replace 3/4" backflow device
- Plumbing permit Nov 2023Completed
Replace 3/4" backflow device
- Plumbing permit Apr 2023Completed
Backflow installation
- Commercial building permit Jan 2022Expired
Make safe permit to comply with cf-2021-116677 to include repair/replacement to front wall per approved plans and in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801. licensed 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. separate permits required for additional alterations not addressed in approved plans.
- Fire suppression permit Jan 2021Expired
To install fire suppression system for kitchen hood. see mp-06255
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Dec 2020Expired
For the installation of a commercial kitchen exhaust hood with duct and fans as per plans.
- Administrative permit Jan 2020Completed
No alterations this permit. for the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for sundries, pharmaceuticals, and convenience sales (m occupancy) in space #8 of an existing shopping center.
- Use permit Nov 2019Completed
Sundries, pharmaceuticals, and convenience sales in existing commercial building with all previously approved uses. no sign permit on this application.
- Alteration permit Jul 2019Completed
Make safe permit to comply with case# 690924 to include repair of the front wall of an existing attached structure as per approved plans and engineer's report. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6' in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #690924.
- Administrative permit Aug 2018Completed
For certificate of occupancy for new day care center with layout as per plans.
- Use permit Feb 2018Completed
Use to day care center in existing commercial building with all previously approved uses. no sign permit on this application.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
8 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Frankford Citgo, 9900 Frankford Ave (550 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
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
1,200 ft
John Hancock Demonstration Sch (1,200 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
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