516 Cloister Circle, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 516 Cloister Circle have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 4 permits, all closed, and 0 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 516 Cloister Circle at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out.
- Electrical permit Jun 2019Completed
Wire one story addition at side of home in accordance with submitted plans. install a new 320amp service, meter and new 200amp p-1 panel, install new 200 amp feeder to the existing p-2 panel as per 2008 nec (north dist.)
- Plumbing permit Mar 2019Completed
Install new 1/2" hot and cold water lines from existing house fixtures install 3" 2" 1 1/2" pvc drain lines to existing main house drain with vent stack through the roof install 5 fixtures as per 2004 ppc
- Addition permit Jan 2019Completed
For the erection of a light-framed addition on an existing detached structure to include foundation installation with slab-on-grade, continuous wood structural panel sheathing, interior partition walls, exterior masonry veneer and vinyl siding. **separate permits req'd for plumbing/electrical work and roof truss shop drawing documentation.**
- Zoning permit Jan 2019Completed
Construction of a 1 story addition to an existing 2 story detached 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
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
1,400 ft
Lankenau HS (1,400 ft), Shawmont Sch (5,000 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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