6120 Chew Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 6120 Chew Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 13 permits, all closed, and 57 violations, 6 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 6120 Chew Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out. 6 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2026Completed
Approved plumbing repair work per ez permit standard for plumbing replace existing water heater
- General permit minor Mar 2026Completed
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.
- Residential building permit Jan 2026Completed
Make safe permit- to make safe as per submitted plans and as per engineer's report to replace/repair stone facade at front porch area damaged by vehicle impact to resolve case #cf-2025-126657. 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-2025-126657. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion."
- Plumbing permit Jul 2025Completed
Repair/replace ct, fai, partial md, laundry tub & front main leader
- Electrical permit Oct 2024Completed
(10) replace sw's, (10) replace recpt's, wiremold, (4) bsmt lgts, (3) new recpt, cir, af, 2nd flr, (2) ext lgt fix's, (2) 3 way sw's, doorbell, (1) install bdrm fix, (1) gfci ded. line to bathrm, (1) bsmt/1st flr, af, 20a cir, 100a svc, 32 spc panel. all lines will be fished or in wire mold.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2024Completed
Install shower, toilet and vanity install pipes to fixtures
- Residential building permit Jul 2024Completed
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. separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work and the installation of heating/cooling appliances. 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; including underpinning, excavation, and removal of foundation slab.no work may be performed in the basement or cellar. phdc work order:accessible bath on 2nd floor
- Electrical permit Jul 2024Completed
Amend permit 9/13/2024 - 1oo amp service and panel removed from scope of work 100amp service and panel 32 space, ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit, bathroom fixtures, 10yr smoke detector,10yr smoke/carbon monoxide detector according to nec fishing
- General permit minor Jan 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.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2011Completed
E are to replace main drain from foundation wall to the curb with 5" house trap and 4" fresh air inlet
- Alteration permit Nov 2007Completed
Repair 1st floor deck support with 4x4 pressure treated post and 2x10 floor joists 16" on center with 3/4" pressure treated plywood sheathing covering.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2007Completed
Curb trap
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
6 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Jones Svc Ctr, 6141 Chew Ave (150 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,200 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
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
1,100 ft
Roosevelt Theodore MS (1,100 ft), Emlen Eleanor C Sch (2,650 ft), Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary (2,750 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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