5205 North Broad Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 5205 North Broad Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 11 permits, 1 not closed, and 60 violations, 2 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 5205 North Broad 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
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Zoning permit Nov 2022Issued
Residential - household living - two-family
- Administrative permit Aug 2018Completed
For the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for a four (4) family dwelling from previously approved use of doctor's office on the first floor with three (3) dwelling units above, as per approved plans.
- Use permit May 2018Completed
For use as a four (4) family dwelling (multi-family dwelling) in an existing structure. per proviso - no basement unit; maximum 4 units. **separate building application with plans is required for certificate of occupancy**
- Alteration permit Nov 2017Completed
For the installation of new roof coverings on exiting roofs as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.
- Electrical permit Apr 2016Completed
Replace 100a meter socket, 120/240v 3- wire... in accordance with 2008 nec for a one family building
- Plumbing permit Sep 2013Completed
Rough in 2 baths (2 toilets,2 tubs, 2 sinks) and kitchen sink (mixed use)
- Alteration permit Jul 2013Completed
Repair and patch sheetrock within stair enclosure with new fire rated doors as per plans. no other work approved. no change in occupancy.
- Electrical permit Apr 2013Completed
Repair ground in panel, connect grounds to ground rod, install proper ground clamp only in this single family building
- Alteration permit Jun 2012Completed
Demolish rear detached garage
- Alteration permit Apr 2010Completed
Install vinyl siding, 3 stories (front & left side) - sfd
- Fast form building permit Sep 2009Completed
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
5 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Paarng Ogontz Oms 14a, 5350 Ogontz Ave (1,650 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
High-voltage line
650 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
1,750 ft
Widener Memorial Sch (1,750 ft), Logan James Sch (1,800 ft), Girls HS (2,150 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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