4136 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 4136 Lancaster Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 26 permits, 6 not closed, and 60 violations, 7 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 4136 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
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 7 open violations.
- General permit minor Jul 2026Issued
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.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2022Completed
Replace curb trap, fai, and house main drain
- Zoning permit Apr 2021Issued
Personal services
- Demolition permit Feb 2021Expired
For the complete demolition of an attached structure. valid sidewalk closure permit to be secured for proposed temporary fencing. pedestrian protection and protection of adjacent structure to be provided in accordance with section b-3306. <a covered walkway or sidewalk cloure shall be req'd within 9-ft of bldg facade in accordance with section b-3306 of the ibc. separate bldg and/or streets dept permit req'd.>
- Zoning permit Aug 2020Expired
For the complete demolish ion of all structures on the lot
- Plumbing permit Jun 2020Expired
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.
- Zoning permit Nov 2018Completed
For the lot adjustment to create one(1) parcel "parcel j" from eight(8) opa accounts(4112 lanster ave,4114 lanster ave,4116 lanster ave,4118-20 lanster ave,4122 lanster ave,4124 lanster ave,4126 lanster ave and 4128 lancaster ave),"parcel a","parcel b","parcel c","parcel d","parcel e","parcel f","parcel g" and "parcel i".see app# 919081 for plans)
- Zoning permit Nov 2018Completed
For the lot adjustment to create one(1) parcel "parcel j" from eight(8) opa accounts(4112 lanster ave,4114 lanster ave,4116 lanster ave,4118-20 lanster ave,4122 lanster ave,4124 lanster ave,4126 lanster ave and 4128 lancaster ave),"parcel a","parcel b","parcel c","parcel d","parcel e","parcel f","parcel g" and "parcel i".
- Demolition permit May 2017Completed
For the complete demolition of a three-story structure as per plan. entire demolition to be performed by hand methods only. a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required within 9 feet of building facade in accordance with section 3306 of the ibc. separate building and/or streets department permits may be required. any deviation will require an amended building permit. *permit received from downstairs*
- Zoning/use permit May 2017Completed
Complete demo
- Plumbing permit Apr 2017Completed
Seal 5" lateral & fai -pa1# 2017-0610689 remove house trap and hermetically sealing the lateral by a cap or plug per section p-606.1 of the philadelphia plumbing code 2004 - "self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Alteration permit Jan 2017Completed
Remove existing 3 story front masonry wall 16 x 30. replace with new 8 inch masonry wall on existing foundation. windows and door same location & shall comply with the 2009 international energy efficiency code, u factor of .35, and with emergency egress standards as per irc. new door opening for 36 inch door. ** horizontal reinforcement (durawall) every 24 inches. install returns into party walls for structural connection. flash and seal roof to new front. no other work allowed under this permit.
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
Brownfield site
2,300 ft
Mt Hope Baptist Church. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,950 ft
Silvi Concrete Of Philadelphia. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
300 ft
Leader Theater. 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
800 ft
Belmont CS (800 ft), Washington Martha Sch (1,350 ft), Philadelphia Learning Academy - West (1,850 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.7 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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