486 Minerva Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 486 Minerva Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 15 permits, 1 not closed, and 12 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 486 Minerva Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area very low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Zoning/use permit Mar 2019Completed
For complete demolition of an existing structure. size and location as shown in application/plans. for use to vacant lot.
- Demolition permit Mar 2019Expired
Complete demolition of an existing detached two-story, wood single family dwelling and accessory attached garage by hand methods. all permitted demolition activity to be in accordance with approved site safety demolition plan & such plan to be maintained on site at all times in accordance with philadelphia administrative code. complete sidewalk closure required as reflected on approved site plan and in accordance with section 3306 of the ibc. separate street closure permit required prior to start of work. any deviation will require an amended building permit.
- Zoning/use permit Dec 2009Completed
Signage (1) double faced internally illum. projecting sign for pharmacy.
- Electrical permit Aug 2009Completed
Install fire alarm system as per plans.
- Electrical permit Jun 2009Completed
Install new meter and 60 amp 115/230 volt single phase circuit breaker panel for house circuits. remove house loads from store meter and install on new house panel. install fire alarm branch circuit **no fire alarm system work covered by this permit**
- Alteration permit Jun 2009Completed
Handicap accesible ramp to be installed at entrance of retail established
- Mechanical permit Apr 2009Completed
Install ductwork, 1st floor (see separate heater permit #212454 ) - see hansen case #196917
- Mechanical permit Apr 2009Completed
Install 1 heater, 1st floor (see separate ductwork permit #212460) - see hansen case #196917
- Electrical permit Feb 2009Completed
Install 200a service, proper grounding & wire new addition as per 2005 nec.
- Plumbing permit Feb 2009Completed
Fixture and drain replacement
- Mechanical permit Jan 2009Completed
Install new 100,000 btu, gas fired, 90 plus direct vent furnace and 3 1/2 ton a/c unit. includes all related duct work.
- Electrical permit Jan 2009Completed
Replace 150 amp 120/240 one phase service panel and replace 60-amp sub-panel. install (30) new recessed lights, replace (16) recessed lights. replace (8) outlets and install (6) new outlets. install (2)gfi outlets at sinks. in accordance with 2005 nec
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Very Low
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
8 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Ridge Ave 76, 7731 Ridge Ave (350 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,400 ft
Ne Corner Eva Port Royal Ave To Summit. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
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
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
500 ft
Shawmont Sch (500 ft), Green Woods CS (3,250 ft), Saul W B Agricultural School (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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