4865 Merion Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 4865 Merion Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 11 permits, all closed, and 60 violations, 6 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 4865 Merion Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out. 6 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2024Completed
Replace tub and shower with acrylic base and acrylic walls. replace fixtures and valve.
- Demolition permit Nov 2017Completed
For the complete demo of a vacant sfd as part of the city of philadelphia dept. of licenses & inspections demolition program. additional specs:1 stucco c/w 4873 merion ave.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2017Completed
Replace housetrap,(combo storm/sanitary), fresh air inlet, and section of main drain as per philadelphia 2004 plumbing code.
- Electrical permit Jun 2017Completed
Install 15a receptacles, gfi and fixture.... in accordance with 2008 nec for a one family building (paid for by phdc)
- Plumbing permit Jun 2017Completed
3/4" water distribution installation and/or replacement, (2) rain leaders, (3) pc bath,5" combination system (storm/sanitary) house trap and fresh air inlet replacement - "self-certifications 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 May 2017Completed
Ez permit stadard alterations- 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.
- Mechanical permit Sep 2016Completed
Install (1) gas furnace with ductwork. (sfd)
- Electrical permit Sep 2016Completed
Install 100amp service and total rewire per 2008 nec (sfd)west district
- Plumbing permit Aug 2016Completed
Water drains for 2-wc, 2-lav 1-tub 1-ks, 1-wm the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Alteration permit Aug 2016Completed
Ez permit standard alterations- 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 2016Completed
Make safe permit - for removing partially collapsed front porch (permit is required for reconstruction) to resolve case #352607. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6' in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #352607.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
9 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: North 49th St, 1700 N 49th St (850 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
750 ft
4801 West Jefferson and 7 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
700 ft
Silvi Concrete Of Philadelphia. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
350 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
750 ft
Global Leadership Academy CS (750 ft), Blankenburg Rudolph Sch (950 ft), Discovery CS (1,700 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.1 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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