5271 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 5271 Ridge Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 28 permits, 3 not closed, and 10 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 5271 Ridge Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Electrical permit Jun 2025Completed
Install wiring kitchen . run 3 - 20 amp lines , install up to 6 outlets, run line for washer ,dryer and water heater. all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec. **separate electrical permit will be req'd for any additional interior wiring,or fire alarm**
- Plumbing permit May 2025Completed
Interior alterations to school. installation of drainage, waste, vent and water supply for listed fixtures connecting to and utilizing metallic piping. venting shall be designed and installed in accordance with section 919 philadelphia single stack vent system. installation of grease interceptor shall be compliance with manufacturer specifications and code. all work shall be performed in strict compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans.
- Commercial building permit Mar 2025Completed
Level ii alterations with partial change of occupancy to create an educational facility in spaces c-1 & c-2 on the ground floor of an existing building as per approved plans. existing building fully sprinklered. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required for any mep or fire suppression work**
- Zoning permit Mar 2025Issued
Public, civic, and institutional - educational facilities
- Plumbing permit May 2023Completed
New 3/4" backflow
- Alteration permit Apr 2019Completed
For interior alteration to a ground floor tenant space to include new interior partition walls and doors for a retail operation to include storage of goods for distribution. (iebc 2009, change of occupancy, equal/lesser hazard) **separate permits for any electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work. see attached letter with regard to retail sales operations within the enclosed tenant space.**
- Use permit Dec 2018Completed
For retail sale of consumer goods, retail sale of food, beverages and groceries with accessory storage on 1st floor with existing fourteen (14) family dwelling (multi-family dwelling) above in an existing structure. no sign on this application. ** separate building application with plans is required for certificate of occupancy**
- Use permit Jul 2016Completed
For consumer goods on the first floor, and other uses in the same building as previously approved, no sign on this permit,
- Suppression permit Mar 2016Completed
For the installation of a 4-inch fire service line for an automatic fire supression sprinkler system in accordance with nfpa 13r.
- Administrative permit Dec 2015Completed
Amend permit# 596316 to reflect changes in exit stairways, as per submitted plans.
- Electrical permit Sep 2015Completed
Install 1600amp service with 100amp panel in each apt,575 rec,150 sws,28 3 way sws,170 lights,45 smoke detectors,16 smoke/carbon per 2008 nec (multi family).install fire alarm per nfpa 72
- Plumbing permit Sep 2015Completed
Rough and finish plumbing for 92 fixture new construction (mixed use) all work to comply with the 2004 ppc
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
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Vinces Svc Sta, 5400 Ridge Ave (650 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,350 ft
Richardsapex Inc. 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
1,150 ft
Cook-Wissahickon Sch (1,150 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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- 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.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
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