628 Cross Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 628 Cross Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 23 permits, 2 not closed, and 43 violations, 4 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 628 Cross Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 4 open violations.
- Demolition permit Sep 2026Completed
Sub demolition permit for cf-2026-122364. for the complete demolition of a property as part of the city of philadelphia demolition program. add'l specs: replace (2) concrete blocks on front sidewalk. (2) stucco c/w 630, 634 cross. erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of property.
- Plumbing permit Sep 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.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2026Completed
Replace supply and waste lines of existing plumbing fixtures replace toilet, sink and shower
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jul 2024Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances - for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. install goodman 80% 80k btu, 2.5 ton ac, new ductwork, & 8 registers
- Plumbing permit Mar 2024Completed
Replace 3 wc, 3 lav, 2 shower, kitchen, hose bibb and hwh. 11 fixtures
- Electrical permit Feb 2024Completed
Wiring to include recpepticle outlets, lighting, smoke detectors, disconnects and gfci connecting to new 200 amp services. all necessary bonding and grounding as per nec.
- Residential building permit Feb 2024Completed
For interior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. separate permits are required for all associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. amend permit 6/12/2024 to document kitchen layout change and framing details for widening of the staircase opening.
- Plumbing permit Feb 2024Expired
Curb trap fai
- Plumbing permit Jan 2024Completed
Repair/replace ct & fai.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2021Completed
Curb trap and fresh air inlet
- Plumbing permit Apr 2021Completed
5" curb trap, 4" vent, 4" house drain
- General permit minor Mar 2020Completed
Sfd. rip existing flat roof. install modified rubber roof.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
1.8 mi
Publicker Industries Inc. (Deleted NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Terri Pinto, 1703-13 S 7th St (650 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,300 ft
Growing Home Garden. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,500 ft
Catalyst International Gasket Materials Corp and 3 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
300 ft
Kirkbride, Eliza Butler, School. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
Radon potential
Moderate
Average indoor levels of 2 to 4 pCi/L. EPA still suggests testing ground-floor and basement units.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
250 ft
Kirkbride Eliza B Sch (250 ft), Southwark Sch (1,650 ft), Vare-Washington El Sch (1,900 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.0 mi
Philadelphia International (PHL). Aircraft may be audible under approach paths.
FAA large-hub airports
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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