488 Green Lane, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 488 Green Lane have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 19 permits, 1 not closed, and 25 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 488 Green Lane 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. No open violations.
- Zoning/use permit Feb 2020Completed
For the erection of three( 3) story addition from second(2nd) floor through fourth(4th) floors of an existing three(3) story semi-detached structure for a business and professional office from first floor through fourth(4th) floors. no sign on this application
- Fire suppression permit Oct 2019Completed
Installation of an automatic fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13 with a fire department connection, backkflow prevention device and 4" service line, throughout a three (3) story structure. separate permit require for all plumbing work
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Oct 2019Completed
Installation of a new mechanical system for the first, second third floors of an existing structure to include a new hvac system,air handlers , registers and diffusers,also to include the installation of 7 new 90% furnaces, a rooftop unit and all associated ductwork as per approved plans.appliances to be installed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary ,contact design engineer prior to the start of any work**separate permits required for any other electrical plumbing and fire suppression work**
- Plumbing permit Oct 2019Completed
New storm and sanitary house drain house trap fai into building 1" wdp as per 2004 ppc
- Electrical permit Jul 2019Completed
New 600amp 3phase service & new lighting & wiring, receptacles and all existing wiring and service to be removed and new emergency generator located outside of bldg as per nec 2017 new addressable fire alarm system as per nfpa 72
- Plumbing permit Jul 2019Completed
Installation of 3 public bathrooms and one private bathroom 6-water closets 2-urinals 6-lavatory sinks 1-pantry sink 1-50 gal w.h 1-10 gal w.h
- Commercial building permit May 2019Completed
For interior level 3 alterations to existing structure to create two (2) additional floors for offices as per plans. smoke control system shall be installed per section 909 and 404 of the international building code. separate permits required for all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire suppression work. (10/16/2020) amendment. amended permit application to permit#968099 to match approved zoning permit#1037925. list of items changed are on architectural summary and includes a fourth story addition as per plans.
- Zoning/use permit Dec 2018Completed
For the addition of two (2) inner stories to a semi-detached structure with a roof deck access structure (no change to footprint). size and location as shown in application/plans. for business and professional office in an existing semi-detached structure. no sign on this permit.
- Use permit Oct 2018Completed
For business and professional office in an existing one/two story structure. no sign on this permit.
- Demolition permit Jul 2018Completed
Ez interior demolition- for the interior demolition of non load-bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
- Demolition permit Jul 2018Completed
Close-in-place 3,000-gallon underground storage tank.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2018Completed
Replace storm house trap & lateral as per philadelphia 2004 plumbing code.
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 (700 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,800 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
2,200 ft
Roxborough HS (2,200 ft), Dobson James Sch (4,000 ft), Cook-Wissahickon 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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- Semi-detached or row house: the shared wall matters. Listen from the room adjoining the neighbor's side and ask whether any structural work has been done there.
- 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 sewer connection (public network or septic tank) and the water source (public network or well), including pressure and water quality.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
- Check the condition of the fence, yard, and sidewalk out front: who is responsible for upkeep, and whether there are any boundary disputes with neighbors.
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