3919 Dexter Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3919 Dexter Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 37 permits, 6 not closed, and 25 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 3919 Dexter 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
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Zoning permit Aug 2026Issued
For the erection of an attached structure with bay window and balcony in the rear and roof deck. size and location as shown in plans.
- Zoning permit Jan 2026Amendment applicant revisions
For the erection of a new attached structure. size and location as shown in the application / plan.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2023Expired
Plumbing permit for new bathroom and add a laundry box.
- Residential building permit Nov 2023Expired
For alterations to an existing single-family dwelling. alterations to include the demolition and infill of existing garage door, erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvements 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 Oct 2023Issued
For removal of the interior parking space, to be used as habitable space.
- Electrical permit Oct 2022Expired
Installation of solar array in accordance with signed standard.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Aug 2020Completed
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.
- Electrical permit Oct 2019Completed
200amp service complete and wire throughout switches, outlets, light fixtures & smoke detectors & tv/phone as per nec 2014 north district
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Sep 2019Completed
Install (2) hvac systems 60,000 btu 90% eff (2) 2 ton ac both with ductwork
- Plumbing permit Aug 2019Completed
Wc,ct,fai,hd,ad pa20192263121"self-certification's are no longer permitted" - excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection" and 3-wc,3-lavs,3-tub,1ks,1wm & hwh & stack the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Fire suppression permit Jul 2019Completed
For the installation of an one (1) inch combined service lines for fire & domestic supply line. multipurpose residential fire sprinkler system designed in accordance with nfpa 13d. all work shall be accordance with approved plans, hydraulic calculations, and approved building permit. any deviation will require a seperate permit.
- Residential building permit Mar 2019Completed
For the construction of a three (3) story attached structure w/ cellar, roof deck accessed by a roof deck access structure.for a single family household living. as per plans.
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
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Vinces Svc Sta, 5400 Ridge Ave (1,150 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
2,150 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
1,800 ft
Cook-Wissahickon Sch (1,800 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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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- 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.
- Check exactly where you'd park: a spot in the yard or garage, or street parking, and how crowded the street gets in the evening.
- Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
- 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.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
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