629 Cecil B Moore Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 629 Cecil B Moore Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 4 not closed, and 60 violations, 10 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 629 Cecil B Moore Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 10 open violations.
- Electrical permit Jun 2026Completed
Rewire throughout with new general, lighting, appliance circuits, install 200 amp service, and 120v hardwired smoke detectors throughout. petr 2017 nec
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2026Completed
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. multi family - each hvac unit to be self-contained within each dwelling unit. no penetrations of rated assemblies. install (2) new hvac systems, ductwork, and 12 total diffusers
- Plumbing permit Jun 2026Completed
Install the drain, waste, vent, and water supply lines for 3 toilets, 3 lavatories, 3 tubs and 2 kitchens sinks.
- Plumbing permit May 2026Completed
Repair/replace ct, fai & md.
- Residential building permit Mar 2026Completed
For the erection of a rear third-story addition above the two-story portion and level iii alterations with partial change of occupancy (no change of occupancy classification, group r-3 to group r-3) to create a two-family dwelling within an existing attached structure as per approved plan. existing building not required to be sprinklered. no change in existing lot coverage, rear yard, or building height. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required for mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work**
- Zoning permit Mar 2026Completed
Rear third-story addition above existing two-story portion of building. no change in existing lot coverage, rear yard, or building height
- General permit minor Dec 2025Completed
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.
- Zoning permit Jul 2025Issued
Residential - household living - two-family
- Commercial building permit Jul 2025Issued
For the erection of an addition at the rear of the existing attached structure, the erection of a roof deck and roof deck access structure above, and alterations throughout. alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings, new framing members, the sistering of framing members, and a new foundation (no excavations). for the complete change of occupancy for three (3) dwelling units (group r-2). all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. amendment approved as of 2/12/26: to update the foundation details. size and location as shown in the amended plans.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2023Completed
Installing 2" water service, 6" curb trap, 6" main drain, 4" fresh air inlet
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2023Completed
For the installation of a new hvac systems, associated duct work, ductless systems, and registers/diffusers as per approved plans. separate permit required for electrical, plumbing, fire suppression
- Zoning permit Feb 2023Issued
For the erection of a roof deck and roof deck access structure above an existing attached structure. size and location as shown on application/plan.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
6 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Us Capital Investments 6, 512 W Montgomery Ave (750 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
850 ft
1630 50 N 5th Street and 22 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,300 ft
York Metal Finishing Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
1,800 ft
The U School: Innovative Lab (1,800 ft), Ludlow James R Sch (1,800 ft), Dunbar Paul L Sch (2,250 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.8 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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