621 Benson Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 621 Benson Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 21 permits, all closed, and 9 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 621 Benson Street 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
Every permit on file is closed out. 2 open violations.
- Electrical permit Aug 2017Completed
Install 10 receptacles in basement, repair wiring, install new circuits to existing 100amp panel, two small appliance circuits, three gfci. run cold water ground to panel as per 2008 nec
- Plumbing permit Aug 2017Completed
Replace 2nd fl bathroom fixtures & kitchen fixture. 1 water closet, 1 lavy sink, 1 tub, 1 kitchen sink, 1 garbage disposal, 1 dishwasher - the installation will compy with the philadephia plubming code 2004
- Alteration permit Jul 2017Completed
Roof replacement, under-layment, flashing and timberline shingles.
- Alteration permit Jul 2017Completed
Ez permit interior alterations: drywall, interior cosmetic upgrades, - single family dwelling - applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standard for interior alterations, dated jan 2011. deviations from this standard will result in the revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties. licensed contractor to be listed on permit separate permits required for plumbing, electric and hvac.call inspector at district office at least 24 hours prior to starting work
- Mechanical permit Sep 2013Completed
Installation of (1) hvac unit including ductwork (sfd)
- Electrical permit Aug 2013Completed
New 200a service, wiring 2nd floor addition: receptacles, switches, light fixtures, smoke detectors, gfci outlets.... all work in accordance with 2008 nec for a one family building
- Plumbing permit Aug 2013Completed
Make cut in on 4" c/i vent stack for new 3 piece bath with pex water supply (sfd)
- Alteration permit Jul 2013Completed
Change roof line to existing second floor new bathroom reconfigure bedroom walls from 2 bedroom to 3 bedrooms.
- Zoning permit Jul 2013Completed
Re-configure roof line by demolition of existing roof and install new pre-fabricate trusses and change 2nd floor from two bedrooms to three.
- Plumbing permit May 2012Completed
Water service(sfd)
- Suppression permit Apr 2012Completed
Installation of fire suppression system for dwelling. 13d, 1"
- Mechanical permit Apr 2012Completed
Install 1 carrier 100,000 btu hvac unit (sfd)
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
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
2,250 ft
Fox Chase Sch (2,250 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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