4022 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 4022 Lancaster Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 33 permits, 16 not closed, and 60 violations, 14 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 4022 Lancaster Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
16 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 14 open violations.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Sep 2026Issued
Installation of a new hvac system for a mixed use building as per approved plans. *2018 imc review*
- Fire suppression permit Jul 2026Issued
For the installation of an automatic wet sprinkler system throughout a three (3) story mixed-used building to include a two (2) inch fire service line and a two-and-a-half (2 1/2) inch backflow preventer. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with nfpa 13 and nfpa 13r by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia. see cp-2024-004904 for associated building permit.
- Fire suppression permit Jul 2026Completed
Rough-in permit for fp-2026-001459 supply and install all required sprinklers, piping, hangers and fittings per nfpa 13/13r
- Electrical permit May 2026Issued
Installation of 600-amp service and equipment. interior wiring of 4 dwellings and common areas installation of a fire alarm all work per approved plans separate permit and load calculation required for the fit-out of commercial spaces amended 6/23/26 add temporary 100amp service for job.
- Plumbing permit May 2026Issued
Install new castiron, copper, pvc, and pex piping to philadelphia plumbing code. basement: (1) 1" rpz 1st floor: (2) lav (2) w.c. 2nd floor: (2) kitchen sinks (2) w.c. (2) lav (2) showers 3rd floor: (2) kitchen sinks (2) w.c. (2) lav (2) showers exterior: install (1) 1" domestic water service (1) 5" sanitary lateral, (1) 5x4 curb trap (1) 5" building drain to interior (1) 6" storm lateral, (1) 6x4 curb trap, (1) 6" storm drain to interior of building.
- Zoning permit Aug 2025Issued
Eating and drinking establishments - take-out restaurant
- Electrical permit Mar 2025Issued
Replacement of sub panels (from existing service) installation of outlets switches lighting and fixtures ,g.f.c.i all work will be done in a workmanlike manner per approved drawings-nec code 2017 **no fire alarm on this permit**
- Commercial building permit Feb 2025Issued
For the construction of a rear addition with roof deck and roof deck access structure to an existing attached structure. for use as vacant commercial space at 1st floor (commercial space must be within first 30 ft. of building depth, measured from the front building line) with four (4) dwelling units (multi-family household living). separate use registration permit required prior to use & occupancy of vacant commercial space. as per approved plans.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2024Expired
Install new backflow preventer
- Zoning permit Sep 2024Issued
For the erection of an addition with roof deck and roof deck access structure to an existing attached structure. size and location as shown on plans.
- Commercial building permit Mar 2024Issued
For a level ii interior alteration to include a change in occupancy to an existing building. for the creation of a sit-down restaurant. alterations to include the demolition of existing wall partitions and for the erection of new wall partions, also to provide finishes and furnishings throughout. ** basement reserved for storage**all work to be done per approved plans.**
- Zoning permit May 2023Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family; vacant
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Former Toney Miller Svc Sta, 3917-27 Lancaster Ave (950 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,200 ft
Modern Laundry and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
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
1,350 ft
Belmont CS (1,350 ft), Washington Martha Sch (2,400 ft), Robeson HS for Human Services (2,450 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.6 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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