426 North 38th Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 426 North 38th Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 19 permits, 1 not closed, and 39 violations, 5 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 426 North 38th 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
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 5 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2022Completed
New construction, interior plumbing. +all proposed work to be done in accordance with philadelphia plumbing code 2018.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2022Completed
Install 5" curb trap, 4" vent, 4" house drain, 1 1/2" water service ppc 2018
- Electrical permit Feb 2022Completed
Install 400 amp incoming service, wiring throughout,110v interconnected smoke alarms. install complete fire alarm system with low frequency sound in all sleeping areas(living rms and bedrooms) tamper switch, flow switch. all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec ,2016 nfpa-72,2018 phila fire code.
- Fire suppression permit Jan 2022Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13r throughout an existing structure. installation to include 2" main fire service line and 2-1/2" dc wilkins 350 ast backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Dec 2021Completed
For the installation of an hvac mechanical system to include split system heat pump units, air devices, diffusers/registers/grilles, and associated ductwork. appliance to be installed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact the design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits are required for all other work.
- Commercial building permit Jul 2021Completed
For the erection of an attached structure, roof deck and roof deck access structure used as four (4) dwelling units. building to be fully sprinklered. separate permits required for m.e.p.s work.
- Zoning permit Apr 2021Completed
For the erection of an attached structure, roof deck and roof deck access structure. size and location as shown in the application/plans.
- Mechanical permit Jan 2019Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation if new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2018Completed
To install fixtures and pipes on all floors. 5 tub/showers/ 5 water closets, 5 lavs, 1 kitchen sink, 1 washer, 1 laundry sink
- Electrical permit Oct 2018Completed
(wire or re-wire) (one- or two-) family dwelling as per 2008 nec.
- Alteration permit Oct 2018Completed
Ez permit stadard alterations-renovate a single family dwelling alter five bedrooms to add a bathroom in each. install gypboard, trim, floor, and other finishes. for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
- Alteration permit May 2018Completed
Installation of new roof covering and removing old roof covering
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold 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 (900 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,350 ft
Dupont Crescent Schuylkill River Dev Corp and 3 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,000 ft
Ge Co Re Entry Sys Department. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
1,700 ft
Powel Samuel Sch (1,700 ft), Science Leadership Academy MS (1,700 ft), McMichael Morton Sch (1,850 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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