4042 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 4042 Lancaster Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 16 permits, 1 not closed, and 41 violations, 1 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 4042 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
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2018Completed
New water box,meter and backflow preventor (mixed use)
- Use permit Mar 2018Completed
For the extension of existing sit-down restaurant from first floor through second floor in an existing structure .no sign on this application.
- Electrical permit Aug 2016Completed
2x2x3 light fixture (10). 2x4x3 light fixture (8) exit & em light 2 head (4) outside head (2) dulex receptacle (14). gfci (3). ac power line (30 amps) water heater (hot) 30 amps power line. sw (5)as per 2008 nec (west district)
- Plumbing permit Aug 2016Completed
Relocate bathroom water line and drain lines. run water and drain line for new kitchen sink and mop sink -no food service -the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Alteration permit Jul 2016Completed
Interior alterations to fitout portion of the ground floor in an existing structure. work includes new partitions, finishes, accessible counters, accessible unisex toilet room and new storefront at entire frontage. certificate of occupancy for partial change in occupancy to group m in space 4044. separate permits required for all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and exterior signage work.
- Use permit Jul 2016Completed
Use registration for ground floor commercial spaces - existing building
- Sign permit Apr 2008Completed
Erect a flat wall sign as per plans
- Plumbing permit Apr 2008Completed
2 wc, 2 sinks, 1 mop recept, stack, hd
- Zoning/use permit Apr 2008Completed
Install new non-illuminated flat wall sign 6'x20'
- Electrical permit Mar 2008Expired
New main and sub panels connected to existing 20 circuit cabinet. lighting and power for retail facility, connect to new hvac, per 2005 nec west dist) new main and sub panels connected to existing 20 circuit cabinet. lighting and power for retail facility, connect to new hvac, per 2005 nec west dist)
- Alteration permit Mar 2008Completed
New existing walls, new doors, new ada, new office, new ceiling fixtures as per plans.
- Mechanical permit Mar 2008Completed
New hvac system as per plans. see ap#135901 for approved plans.
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
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Former Toney Miller Svc Sta, 3917-27 Lancaster Ave (1,150 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,350 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
1,200 ft
Belmont CS (1,200 ft), Washington Martha Sch (2,200 ft), Locke Alain Sch (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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