5906 Old York Road, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 5906 Old York Road have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 52 permits, 9 not closed, and 60 violations, 4 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 5906 Old York Road 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
9 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 4 open violations.
- Administrative permit Jan 2024Completed
For certificate of occupancy for two (2) dwelling units at 2nd and 3rd floor of existing structure. no work this permit.
- Zoning permit Jan 2024Issued
Residential - household living - two-family; eating and drinking establishments - take-out restaurant
- Electrical permit Nov 2023Completed
Update existing system to meet current codes. all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec, 2016 nfpa-72, 2018 phila fire code.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2023Completed
Replace 3/4" backflow device.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2023Completed
For the installation of hvac applicances, equipment, ductwork and registers/diffusers per approved plans and manufacturer's specifications.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2023Completed
Replace 8 fixtures in two full bathrooms, two kitchen
- Plumbing permit May 2023Completed
4 water closets, 4 lavatories, 2 bath tabs, 3 kitchen sinks, 3 garbage disposals, 2 laundry boxes, sewage ejector and 3 water heaters.
- Electrical permit May 2023Completed
Rewire 2 residential apartments including lights, switches, receptacles and smoke/co detectors as per 2017 nec
- Fire suppression permit Apr 2023Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 and 13r throughout the building to include 2" main fire service line with a backflow prevention assembly, as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia. amendment 9/15/23 to remove 2 sprinkler heads.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2023Completed
For the installation of hvac appliances, grilles / registers / diffusers, toilet room exhaust, and associated ductwork throughout the commercial tenant space at the basement and 1st floor. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 imc. appliances to be installed in accordance with manufacturer specifications. separate permits required for all other work including hvac work at residential occupancies at 2nd and 3rd floors. if site conditions vary, contact design engineer prior to start of work. see cp-2022-007189 for associated building permit.
- Zoning permit Apr 2023Issued
Child care - group child care
- Electrical permit Mar 2023Completed
Replace existing 200 amp service lateral, keep existing metering in place, replace 2 100 amp ser runs and add 2 hot water circuits to 2 residential units, 2nd and 3rd floor 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
7 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Sunoco 0363 1678, 5810 N Broad St (650 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,300 ft
Church Lane Garden and 1 more within half a mile. 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
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
950 ft
Howe Julia Ward Sch (950 ft), Pennell Joseph Sch (1,700 ft), Girls HS (1,800 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
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- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
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