462 Lyceum Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 462 Lyceum Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 15 permits, 1 not closed, and 34 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 462 Lyceum 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.
- Residential building permit Oct 2026Completed
For alterations to an existing rear yard deck and for the erection of an accessory rear sun deck accessed from the first floor to the rear of an existing semi-detached single-family structure as per approved plan.
- Zoning permit Sep 2026Completed
For the erection of accessory rear sun deck access from first floor as part of an existing semi-detached structure. size and location as shown in the application / plan.
- Residential building permit Jul 2026Completed
For the removal and replacement of a deck in the rear yard of an existing single-family structure as per approved plan.
- Electrical permit Jul 2023Issued
Square d complete home surge protective device x1 ed.100 amp grounding system x1 ed.replace gfci outlet tr .5 x1 ed.rep gfci wr w cover .3 x1 ed.motion light .0.84 x1 ed.upgrade/eplace outlet .0.28 x2 fish only per 2017
- Plumbing permit May 2023Completed
Complete 3/4" water service, storm & sanitary curb traps, storm & sanitary fresh air inlets, storm & sanitary main drains
- Electrical permit Aug 2022Completed
Rewire house: 30 lights, 70 outlets, 25 switches, 4 smoke/co, 3 smokes, hvac, dryer, heaters, range. all appliances gas, 200 amp service as per 2014 nec
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Aug 2022Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances - for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. each hvac unit to be self-contained within each dwelling unit. no penetrations of rated assemblies. (ductwork (2) gas furnace 60,000 btu each (2) 2 ton ac 13 seer (2) 2.5 ton coil). no work to front facade or placement of units in front yard. condensing units to be located at rear or on roof with min.20-ft setback from front facade of main block. no units, conduit, vents, or other equipment to be visible from public right-of-way.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2022Completed
Install piping and finish for the following fixtures 3rd fl 1-toilet 1-sink 1-shower 2nd fl 1-toilet 1-sink 1-shower 1-washer 1st fl 1-toilet 1-sink 1-kitchen basement- install hot water heater
- Residential building permit Oct 2021Completed
For interior non-structural alterations to an existing single family dwelling per plans. separate permits required for all mep work.
- Residential building permit Jun 2021Completed
**make safe permit** for repairs to the rear roof deck and 2nd story rear roof, 3rd story rear exterior wall, and partial 3rd story roof to comply with violation case # cf-2020-069381. not to exceed scope of work noted in engineer's report and shown on approved plans. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case # cf-2020-069381. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion. make safe permit only.
- Electrical permit Aug 2018Completed
100a, 20-ckt sub-panel, repl main riser, rewire throughout, install 2- 3/way switches, front/rear exterior lights, switches, and outdoor gfci outlets. repl 4-bsmnt outlets w/gfci outlets and install 4- smoke/co's.. per 2008 nec for a one family building
- Electrical permit Sep 2015Completed
Install 300a serv, partial wiring 12-ckts, 25-outlets, 10-switches, 15-lights & 7-120v smokes as per nec 2008 north district (sfd)
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: 7 Eleven 40131, 6201 Ridge Ave (1,300 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,300 ft
Richardsapex Inc and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
2,750 ft
Roxborough HS (2,750 ft), Dobson James Sch (4,100 ft), Cook-Wissahickon Sch (4,350 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.
- This is a house, not an apartment. Check the lot boundaries, car access, and how water drains from the yard after rain, including whether the neighboring lot sits higher and could send water toward the property.
- Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- Check exactly where you'd park: a spot in the yard or garage, or street parking, and how crowded the street gets in the evening.
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