5740 Kemble Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 5740 Kemble Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 20 permits, 5 not closed, and 32 violations, 10 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 5740 Kemble 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
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 10 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2025Expired
3/4" water service.
- General permit minor Aug 2024Expired
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code, all references codes and standards, and the attached ez standard, where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. a separate permit from the philadelphia department of streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. all means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the philadelphia building code chapter 33 shall be in place prior to start of work.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2024Completed
Replacement of 40 gallon gas water heater
- Plumbing permit Apr 2024Completed
Replacing existing curb trap and fai
- Electrical permit Jan 2023Completed
Upgrade the service to a 200 amp including 200 amp service cable 200 amp meter socket 200 amp 40 circuit breaker panel install proper grounding ground rod and could water ground as per nec 2017
- Plumbing permit Jan 2021Completed
Repair main drain
- Residential building permit Feb 2020Expired
Home improvement of basement, ground flr., 2nd flr, no sructureal alterations, only interior works including following works: wall framing including insulation per specification' new moisture resistant laminate flooring in basement family room, laundry room & powder room. window replacement, no alterations to existing rough openings. doors installation
- Plumbing permit Dec 2019Expired
Install stack,waste and water lines to 2-water closets,1-tub,2-sinks,1-kitchen sink,1-laundry line and 1-water heater.the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004 - the installation does not include garbage disposal or dishwasher
- Residential building permit Apr 2019Expired
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).(pa 145694)
- Demolition permit Oct 2017Completed
For the complete demo of a vacant sfd as part of the city of philadelphia dept. of licenses & inspections demolition program. additional specs: 2 stucco c/w 5742 & 5746 kemble ave, split common rear deck & repair & add beam with 2 posts. install railing at rear deck & at front steps.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2017Completed
5" combination system (storm/sanitary)fresh air inlet replacement - "self-certifications are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Plumbing permit Aug 2012Completed
Lower end stall repair
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: 601 Ctl High Sch, Ogontz & Olney (1,100 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,350 ft
Church Lane Garden. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
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
Pennell Joseph Sch (900 ft), Central HS (1,550 ft), Girls HS (2,050 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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