499 Rhawn Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 499 Rhawn Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 18 permits, 2 not closed, and 31 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 499 Rhawn Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Zoning permit Dec 2025Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family
- Zoning permit Sep 2024Issued
Public, civic, and institutional - libraries and cultural exhibits
- Electrical permit Sep 2023Completed
Install 120/208v/ 3 phase service, (27) gang 1000 amp mcb meter bank, (2) 300 amp/ 120/208v/3 phase services, (26) 150 amp panels & feeders. install wiring throughout the parking garage, commercial shell space, & (26) dwelling units. install lights normal & emergency, switches, sensors, inverters, receptacles, & smoke alarms. provide power for the mechanical, hvac & elevator equipment. install a two-way commmunication system & fire alarm system throughout. all work in accordance with the 2017 nec & 2016 nfpa-72.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Aug 2023Completed
For the installation of hvac appliances, equipment, ductwork and registers/diffusers per approved plans and manufacturer's specifications.
- Fire suppression permit Aug 2023Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout the building to include 4" main fire service line with 4 " wilkins 350a backflow prevention assembly and fire system to include the installation of two standpipes in exit stairways, standpipes to be interconnected per nfpa 14. as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia
- Plumbing permit Mar 2023Completed
Install 1 area drain, 1 backflow preventer, 1 floor drain, 3 trench drains, 45 hub drains, 1 elevator sump pump, 1 booster pump, 27 hot water heaters, 4 roof drains, 26 washing machine boxes, 33 shower/tubs, 34 lavatories, 26 kitcjen sinks, and 34 water closets according to the 2018 ppc.
- Demolition permit Jul 2022Completed
For the complete demolition of the detached three-story (building a) one-story (building b) structures by mechanical method. and for the complete demolition of the detached one-story (building c) by hand and hand hold devices. pedestrian protection to be in place prior to start of work and to be maintained during all demolition activities. *seperate streets department permit require for closure of right of way. *21 day posing and notice required per a-303.2 *a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required within building facade in accordance with section 3306 of the ibc.(closure to be half the height of the structure when mechanical demolition is used, one-quarter of the height of the structure when hand demolition is used)* asbestos remediation required prior to start of work.* newly exposed walls to be treated.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2022Completed
Seal lateral
- Plumbing permit Jun 2022Completed
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code, all references codes and standards, and the attached ez standard, where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. a separate permit from the philadelphia department of streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. all means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the philadelphia building code chapter 33 shall be in place prior to start of work.
- Commercial building permit Dec 2021Completed
New construction of a four (4) story, twenty six (26) dwelling units and vacant commercial as per approved plans. building to be fully sprinklered per nfpa 13. separate permits required for mep & fire suppression work. *2018 ibc review* amendment 1/9/22 to update rhawn st elevation, structural and layout changes.
- Zoning permit Dec 2021Completed
For the erection of one (1) detached structure with cellar. size and location as shown in the application / plans.
- Zoning permit Dec 2021Completed
For the relocation of lot line to create one (1) lot (parcel c) from two (2) deeded lots (451 rhawn st and 453 rhawn st) and complete demolition all structure on the lots. size and location as shown in the application / plan.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 7970-7990 Rockwell Ave, 7980 Rockwell Ave (950 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
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
850 ft
Fox Chase Sch (850 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.
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