5913 Old York Road, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 5913 Old York Road have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 44 permits, 13 not closed, and 60 violations, 2 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 5913 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
13 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2026Completed
Repair/replace sanitary and storm ct's, fai's, md's & 1" water distribution pipe.
- Electrical permit Feb 2026Issued
Install 400 amp electrical service and 4 meter packs with proper grounding and bonding. install one 100 amp subpanels for house, one 200 amp sub panel for commercial space and one 125 amp sub panel for each of the 2 dwelling units. install wiring, lighting, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting and receptacle outlets. install interconnected smoke and co alarms. install fire alarm system. all work to be done according to the 2017 nec, 2016 nfpa 72 and per approved plans.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jan 2026Issued
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. all work 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.
- Fire suppression permit Nov 2025Issued
For installation of 2-inch fire service line, 2.5-inch backflow preventer and fire sprinkler system in accordance with approved plans, hydraulic calculations and nfpa 13.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2025Issued
Install 3 hot water heaters, 3 water closets, 3 lavatories, 2 shower/tubs, 3 kitchen sinks, 1 washing machine box, 1 sump pump, 1 sand interceptor, 1 floor drain and 1 roof drain. all work to be done according to the 2018 ppc and per plans.
- Commercial building permit Oct 2025Completed
For the replacement of an exterior stairway (fire escape) to resolve case #cf-2025-026505. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2025-026505. ** special inspections required **
- Commercial building permit Jun 2025Issued
For level iii alterations to an existing commercial building for use as a mixed use vacant commercial and apartment building with two (2) dwelling units (r-3 occupancy), alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvements throughout. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. **amendment (4-16-2026) for layout changes as per the approved amended construction documents (sheet a102, with revision clouds).
- Electrical permit Dec 2024Completed
100 amptemporary service line, 100 amp temporary meter socket and 100 amp temporary panel
- Commercial building permit Jan 2024Completed
Make safe permit- for facade repair to resolve case cf-2023-067653. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2023-067653.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2023Completed
Replace 3/4" backflow device.
- General permit minor Mar 2023Completed
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.
- Fire suppression permit Apr 2022Expired
For the installation of a new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13r in the residetial portion and nfpa 13 in the remaining portion of the structure. installation to include 2" main fire service line and 4." dc wilkins 350 xl backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
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
11 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
900 ft
Howe Julia Ward Sch (900 ft), Pennell Joseph Sch (1,850 ft), Girls HS (1,900 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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