6150 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 6150 Ridge Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 14 not closed, and 60 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 6150 Ridge Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
14 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Administrative permit Apr 2026Completed
For the documentations of a certificate of occupancy for two-family household living above previously approved 1st floor restaurant. *************************no work approved on this permit. *************************************
- Zoning permit Apr 2026Issued
Residential - household living - two-family
- Zoning permit Nov 2025Issued
Office - business and professional
- Zoning permit Sep 2025Issued
Retail sales - consumer goods
- Plumbing permit Jun 2025Issued
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo cp-2024-000556
- Electrical permit Jun 2025Issued
Electrical permit for combo cp-2024-000556
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2025Issued
Mechanical / fuel gas permit for combo cp-2024-000556
- Fire suppression permit Dec 2024Issued
To install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout the building to include 4" main fire service line with 3" ames colt200 backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Commercial building permit May 2024Issued
For a level ii interior alterations to include a change in occupancy within an existing structure. for the creation of a prepared food shop on the first floor and a single-family dwelling above. alterations to include selective partition demolition and the installation of new wall partitions, provide finishes and furnishings throughout as per approved plans. all work to be done per approved plans.** if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work **iebc 2018**existing building to fully sprinklered per nfpa13 **mechanical, electrical and plumbing review included in this review** separate permits required for all other work** electrical work to include: install a 400 amp service, (2) gang meter bank, (1) 300 amp meter, (2) 200 amp panels & feeders, (2) 100 amp panels & feeders. install wiring throughout the commercial space & one dwelling unit. install lights normal & emergency, switches, sesors, receptacles, smoke & carbon monoxide alarms. provide power for the mechanical & hvac equipment. install a new fire alarm system throughout. all work in accordance with the 2017 nec.**removal of asbestos required prior to start of work**
- Zoning permit Jan 2024Issued
Limited lodging
- Zoning permit Jun 2023Issued
Radio, television, and recording services
- Plumbing permit Feb 2022Expired
Install 2 shower/tubs, 3 water closets, 3 lavatories, 1 mop sink, 2 floor drains, 1 prep sink, 2 hand sinks, 1- 3 compartment sink, 2 hot water heaters, 1 washing machine box and 2 hud drains.
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
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 7 Eleven 40131, 6201 Ridge Ave (500 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
4,000 ft
Richardsapex Inc and 1 more within a mile. 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
2,050 ft
Roxborough HS (2,050 ft), Dobson James Sch (4,000 ft), Cook-Wissahickon Sch (5,150 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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- The building has commercial space on the ground floor. Ask about their hours, check where the ventilation or refrigeration units are, and what time deliveries happen in the morning.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Ask for the latest maintenance bill from a winter month, not a summer one: that's where the real cost of living there shows up.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
- Schedule a viewing on a weekday too, between 6:00 and 7:30 PM, the window when the building is busiest: neighbors, parking, elevator.
- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
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