534 Washington Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 534 Washington Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 6 not closed, and 51 violations, 15 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 534 Washington Avenue 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
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 15 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2026Completed
- approved plumbing repair work per ez permit standard for plumbing
- Plumbing permit Sep 2023Completed
Replace 3/4" backflow device
- General permit Oct 2022Completed
Remove and reinstall wall sign (1) 3'-0" x 12' -0" same size and location as previously approved per ez standards.
- Commercial building permit Aug 2022Completed
For alterations to an existing structure to replace 1st floor front wall tile and install metal panel siding over existing stucco. **separate permits to be required for any plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and fire suppression system installations. ** amended as of 10.14.2022: to change footing detail due to site condition.
- Administrative permit Jun 2022Completed
For a certificate of occupancy only for office space with layout as per plans. no alterations.
- Zoning permit Nov 2021Issued
Office - business and professional
- Zoning/use permit May 2017Completed
For the erection of one (1) accessory, double-sided, statically illuminated projection sign (>10 ft. above public right-of-way), size and location as shown on plan/application; no changes to previously approved accessory wall sign under ap#608746 & 608747. sign accessory to previously approved wearing apparel & accessories use on the first floor, with single-family household living above.
- Addition permit Dec 2016Completed
For the erection of a one (1) story addition to the rear of an attached structure as per plans. the new exit door shall be at least a b-label, self-closing fire door having a fire resistance rating of not less than 1.5 hours as per variance.
- Zoning/use permit May 2016Completed
For legalization of a one story addition with roof deck on 1st floor rear maximum 11 ft high with existing three story structure on the front for the expansion of the retail jewelry store (retail sale of wearing apparels and accessories) on 1st floor and single family dwelling above. no sign on this permit.
- Administrative permit Oct 2015Completed
Temporary certificate of occupancy for upper residential space for 90 days.
- Administrative permit Sep 2015Completed
To amend permit #243255 to reflect the as-built conditions as shown on the aproved plans. the certificate of occupancy will be issued on this permt activity. **post this permit** **post the project information sign**
- Administrative permit Aug 2015Completed
To amend permit #243255 to reflect the as-built conditions as shown on the aproved plans. the certificate of occupancy will be issued on this permt activity. **post this permit** **post the project information sign**
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
Superfund site
1.9 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 601 Christian St, 601 Christian St (1,050 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,500 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,400 ft
Catalyst International Gasket Materials Corp and 3 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Radon potential
Moderate
Average indoor levels of 2 to 4 pCi/L. EPA still suggests testing ground-floor and basement units.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
450 ft
Vare-Washington El Sch (450 ft), Nebinger George W Sch (700 ft), Meredith William M Sch (1,850 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.3 mi
Philadelphia International (PHL). Aircraft may be audible under approach paths.
FAA large-hub airports
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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