4121 Westminster Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 4121 Westminster Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 47 permits, 11 not closed, and 60 violations, 6 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 4121 Westminster 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
11 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 6 open violations.
- Zoning permit Apr 2026Issued
** amendment 9/14/2026 to decrease building height. ** for the erection of an attached structure with roof deck and roof deck access structure, size and location as shown in plan.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2025Completed
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code, all references codes and standards, and the attached ez standard, where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. a separate permit from the philadelphia department of streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. all means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the philadelphia building code chapter 33 shall be in place prior to start of work.
- Administrative permit Mar 2025Expired
Duplicate co for new multi-family household living (four dwelling units). see cp-2021-000727 for the work.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2025Expired
Installation of 2-2" backflow preventer assemblies
- Electrical permit Mar 2025Completed
Install new 3 phase 400 amp meter pack with 8 meters and 225 amp service for commercial space complete electrical fit out of 7 unit apt bldg as per 2017 nec. install new fire alarm system as 2016 nfpa 72.
- Fire suppression permit Dec 2024Completed
For the installation of a 2-inch fire service line for an automatic fire suppression sprinkler system with a backflow prevention assembly and standpipes in accordance with nfpa 13 & 14. all work shall be done in accordance with approved plans/hydraulic calculations.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2024Completed
Renevation of existing mixed use building with first floor commercial and 7 dwelling units. installation of exterior curb trap, fai, mainn drain, and 2- 2" water distribution pipes. interior installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for 102 fixtures. all wokr performed in compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Sep 2024Completed
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other work.
- Commercial building permit Aug 2024Completed
For level iii alterations and partial change in occupancy per approved plans. building to be fully sprinklered with nfpa 13. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire suppression.
- General permit minor Apr 2024Expired
Ez interior demolition- for the interior demolition on non-bearing partition wall and ceilings as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations; including underpinning, excavation and removed of foundation slab. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk and street closures.
- Zoning permit Apr 2024Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family; maintenance and repair of consumer goods
- Fire suppression permit Jul 2023Completed
For the installation of a fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13r throughout the entire building with 2” fire service and 2" backflow prevention assembly. all work shall comply with the approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
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
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Bfh, 4344 Lancaster Ave (1,450 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,400 ft
Mt Hope Baptist Church. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,700 ft
Silvi Concrete Of Philadelphia. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
400 ft
230 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
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
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West (1,200 ft), Belmont CS (1,350 ft), School of the Future (1,950 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.0 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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