601 Locust Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 601 Locust Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 32 permits, 9 not closed, and 52 violations, 3 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 601 Locust 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
9 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Plumbing permit May 2026Completed
Replace supply and waste lines of existing plumbing fixtures replace toilet, sink and shower
- Fire suppression permit Mar 2026Completed
For the installation of an automatic fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13d throughout three story building to include 1-inch combined water service line as per approved plans. all work shall be done in accordance with approved plans/hydraulic calculations. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Feb 2026Completed
Mechanical / fuel gas permit for combo rp-2025-012623
- Plumbing permit Feb 2026Completed
Plumbing permit (exterior building drainage) for combo rp-2025-012623
- Plumbing permit Feb 2026Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo rp-2025-012623
- Plumbing permit Feb 2026Completed
Plumbing permit (water distribution) for combo rp-2025-012623
- Electrical permit Jan 2026Completed
Electrical permit for combo rp-2025-012623
- Residential building permit Jan 2026Completed
For the erection of a three (3) story attached structure of type v-b construction with finished basement and roof deck aceesed by a roof deck access structure on an existing foundation (see rp-2024-009250). to be used as a single-family dwelling (group r-3). building to be fully sprinklered with a minimum of a nfpa 13d automatic sprinkler system. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 irc. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression work. energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o., submittal of air barrier checklist and envelope testing certificate is required. both to be completed by an approved party.
- Zoning permit Nov 2025Completed
For the erection of an attached structure with a roof deck and roof deck access structure above. size and location as shown in the appliaction / plans.
- General permit minor Nov 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.
- Electrical permit Nov 2024Expired
Electrical permit for combo rp-2024-009250
- Residential building permit Oct 2024Expired
For new construction of a two- story wood-frame attached structure on reinforced concrete footings/foundations . for use as a single-family dwelling throughout. building shall be fully sprinklered per nfpa 13d min. ** mechanical, electrical, plumbing, work included in the review**separate permits required for all fire suppression system installation **protection of right-of-way / pedestrians / adjacent properties required during all construction.**energy code compliance in accordance with 2015 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist and envelope testing certificate is required. both to be completed by an approved party.**
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
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Atlantic 0363 0175, 701 E Chelten Ave (850 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
1,950 ft
Viz Manufacturing Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
2,450 ft
Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary (2,450 ft), Mastery CS John Wister Elementary (3,200 ft), Roosevelt Theodore MS (3,550 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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