3943 Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3943 Baltimore Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 22 permits, 5 not closed, and 19 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 3943 Baltimore 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
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- General permit minor Mar 2026Completed
**existing philadelphia historic property** for repair / replacement of roof covering(s) on existing roof(s) in accordance with the attached ez permit re-roofing standard. failure to comply with the attached ez permit re-roofing standard shall result in revocation of this permit.
- General permit minor Dec 2025Completed
Ez permit re-roofing- for the installation of new roof coverings on existing roofs as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. replacement of sheathing in excess of 10% of roof area shall not be applicable to the ez permit process. tear off of existing roof system and install new mechanically fastened tpo roofing with iso.
- Electrical permit Sep 2019Completed
Existing 400amp service, 6 100amp panel box, 1 house panel base. new grounding system as per nec 2008 code and drawings new outlets, switches, lights, exit sign, as per drawings and nfpa 72(west dist)
- Electrical permit Jul 2019Completed
Install new fire alarm panel new devices and run wire as per nfpa 70 and nec 2008 code. (west dist)
- Administrative permit May 2019Completed
Amend permit# 896551 for removal of exist. chimney conflicting with proposed plans; rev'd stair framing independent of party wall, new framing in bsmnt; rev'd bathroom layout; & roof repair detail for chimney removal per approved plans.
- Plumbing permit May 2019Expired
All new drawings nd water lines to all 3 floor as per plans. the installation will comply with the 2004 phila plumbing code.
- Plumbing permit May 2019Completed
Repair main drain at curb partial main drain as per 2004 ppc
- Fire suppression permit Jan 2019Expired
For the installation of a two (2) inch fire service line with backflow preventor for the installation of a fire suppression system as per nfpa 13r as per approved plans and calculations.
- Administrative permit Oct 2018Expired
For documentation of certificate of occupancy (co) at "3950 pine st" building, per the philadelphia code sec. a-701.2, located on previously consolidated lot including both "3948" & "3950" pine st buildings. no work permitted under this permit - see building permit# 896551 for all approved construction documents & original application for permit.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Oct 2018Expired
For hvac alterations to accomodate previously approved multi-family dwellings including installation of rooftop equipment & associated pads, dwelling unit ductwork & terminal devices, & all other associated hvac work per approved plansf. separate permit req'd for any electrical work. see building permit# 896551 for original application for permit.
- Commercial building permit Oct 2018Expired
For a complete change of occupancy classification to create a multi-family dwelling throughout two (2) existing three (3) story above grade plane, w. unoccupied basement, buildings separated by a fire wall including level 3 alterations throughout each for the erection of partition walls for dwelling unit & exit enclosure spaces, installation of new stairways, structural repair work, & all associated finish work; each building to be fully sprinklered. separate permits req'd for any mech., elec., plumb., & firesupp work. asbestos abatement to be completed prior to start of work.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2018Completed
Install 5" curb trap 4" main drain 4" fai
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, winter weather. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Va Med Ctr, 3900 Woodland Ave (550 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
2,300 ft
Good Humor Corp and 5 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
250 ft
Drexel Development Historic District. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
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
2,000 ft
Penn Alexander Sch (2,000 ft), Robeson HS for Human Services (2,650 ft), Powel Samuel Sch (3,550 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.8 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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- 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.
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