5539 Pulaski Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 5539 Pulaski Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 22 permits, 2 not closed, and 9 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 5539 Pulaski 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
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Sep 2023Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. installation of hvac ductwork & 5 diffusers
- Electrical permit Jul 2023Completed
Rewire 3 story house with 200a service, lighting, and receptacles, per code.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2023Completed
Rough in plumbing for 2 bathroom according to the 2018 ppc.
- Residential building permit May 2023Expired
Ez permit standards alterations for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes any modification to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations, underpinning and excavations (i.e., digging in basement). any work/alterations to the basement/cellar are expressly prohibited unless documented as an existing habitable space with heights and means of egress per conditions of the ez standard. separate permits required for mechanical, electric and plumbing, etc. *no basement alterations of any kind were proposed or approved for this permit* *no structural alterations of any kind were proposed or approved for this permit* per submitted engineer letter: demo the existing kitchen and bathrooms, repair and replace sheet rock where needed. install new toilets, replace bathroom vanity with new 24"/36" non-white vanity with square sink and 2- handle faucet. install new tub / shower. all new light fixtures, switches, outlets, recessed lighting in kitchen and bathroom. electrical combo permit and plumbing combo permit included in this application.
- Residential building permit May 2023Completed
Interior renovations to an existing structure, details as shown on plan. permti amended on 10/18/23: front porch deck pressure treated board replacement; details as shown on revised plan. no other changes included.
- Plumbing permit May 2021Completed
New construction, interior plumbing. +all proposed work to be done in accordance with philadelphia plumbing code 2018.
- Fire suppression permit Apr 2021Completed
For the installation of a six (6) inch fire service line, backflow preventer, fire pump, and standpipes for automatic fire suppression system as per nfpa 13. all work shall be done in accordance with approved plans/hydraulic calculations.
- Zoning permit Mar 2021Completed
For minor modification to previously approved permit #1017055 to include relocation of roof access structures and removal commercial space on first floor and added accessory parking spaces on first floor; remaining structure same as previously approved. size and location as shown in the application / plan.
- Zoning permit Feb 2021Issued
For the relocation of lot line to create one (1) lot (parcel a) from three (3) deeded lots (5535, 5545 & 5547 pulaski ave). size and location as shown in the application / plan.
- Electrical permit Dec 2020Completed
Install 1400amp 3ph 120/208v main service. install 36 gang ,meter module. install the fire pump service. install (35) 150 amp panels & feeders, (1) 200 amp panel & feeder. install all wiring throughout 35 apartments and common areas. install fire alarm system throughout as per 2016 nfpa72 install cable tv wiring throughout as per 2017 nec
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Dec 2020Completed
For the installation of nineteen 1.5 ton 14 seer heat pump systems and sixteen 2 ton 14 seer heat pump systems, air handling units, diffusers/registers/grilles, and associated ductwork. appliance to be installed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. all to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other work.
- Electrical permit Oct 2020Completed
Rough-in permit for ep-2020-008682 install 1400a 3ph 120/208v main service. install 36 gang ,meter module. install all wiring throughout 35 apartments and common areas. install fire pump main service. install fire alarm system throughout as per nfpa72. install cable tv wiring throughout as per 2017 nec
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
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Former Exxon Sta, 5834 Pulaski Ave (700 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,100 ft
21 Maplewood Mall and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,350 ft
Viz Manufacturing Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
400 ft
Smyser and English Pharmacy. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
300 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
900 ft
Mastery CS-Pickett Campus (900 ft), Kelly John B Sch (2,500 ft), Mastery CS John Wister Elementary (3,600 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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