4161 Main Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 4161 Main Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 33 permits, 6 not closed, and 49 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 4161 Main Street 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
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2025Issued
For the installation of hvac appliances (split systems - ductless and w/ ducts), grds, bathroom and clothes dryer exhausts, and associated ductwork and piping as per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 imc and appliance manufacturer specifications. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. see cp-2023-005813 for associated building permit.
- Zoning permit May 2025Issued
Retail sales - pets and pet supplies
- Fire suppression permit May 2025Issued
Ez permit sprinkler relocation (nfpa 13)- for the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. relocate 65 sprinkler heads, per nfpa 13
- Plumbing permit Mar 2025Issued
Supply and drainage for 15 lav,15 kit,15 wc,15 laundry,15tub shower,15 water heater
- Electrical permit Mar 2024Completed
Install a 1200 amp 120/208v 3 phase service, ct cabinet & meter, (2) 400 amp 120/ 208v 3 phase services, (2) 400 amp panels, (1) 200 amp house panel, (15) 125 amp panels, meters, & feeders. provide wiring throughout the common areas & (15) dwelling units. install lights normal & emergency, switches, sensors, receptacles, & smoke alarms. provide power for the mechanical, hvac & elevator equipment. install a new fire alarm system throughout the common areas & dwelling units. reconnect the existing fire alarm devices in the existing commercial spaces to the new fire alarm system. install a two-way communication system. all work in accordance with the 2017 nec. * the 1st floor commercial spaces are existing.
- Electrical permit Mar 2024Completed
Rough-in permit for ep-2024-002452 total commercial fitout per plans dated 5-19-23 including new electrical service, apartment on upper floors
- Commercial building permit Feb 2024Issued
For the construction of an addition above an existing structure to include alterations throughout the 2nd floor. for use as multi-family (15 units) household living on the 2nd and 3rd floor with previously approved commercial use on the first floor. as per approved plans. *****separate permits for any other work. ****************
- Plumbing permit Sep 2023Completed
Replace 3/4" backflow device
- Zoning permit Aug 2022Issued
3rd floor addition above an existing structure (38' maximum after addition), size and location as per approved plan.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2021Completed
Curbtrap
- Suppression permit Apr 2019Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 & 13r throughout the building to include 2" main fire service line and 2" wilkins 950xlt2 backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Administrative permit Jan 2019Completed
For the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for two residential units. one tenant space to be converted to a residential use. no alterations. building to be fully sprinklered. no work associated with this permit. separate permits required for all other work.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: George M Germanovich Jr, 469 Conchester Hwy (250 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,250 ft
133 Grape St Hanson Associates. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
350 ft
Richardsapex Inc and 2 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
1,300 ft
230 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
Radon potential
High
Average indoor levels here can exceed 4 pCi/L, EPA's action level. A $15 test kit settles it before you buy.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
3,600 ft
Cook-Wissahickon Sch (3,600 ft), Dobson James Sch (4,150 ft), Belmont Hills El Sch (4,950 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
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