629 Cheswick Road, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 629 Cheswick Road have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 8 permits, 2 not closed, and 0 violations.
- 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 629 Cheswick Road at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner.
- Electrical permit Jul 2026Completed
Roof-mount solar, 11.07 kw dc system size, 27modules. gp-2026-005449
- General permit Jun 2026Issued
For the installation of roof-mounted solar collectors in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. 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.
- Electrical permit Apr 2026Completed
Installation of rooftop mounted 4.1 kw solar photovoltaic pv system according to the 2017 nec and per plans.
- General permit Apr 2026Completed
For the installation of roof-mounted solar collectors in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. 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.
- General permit minor Oct 2024Expired
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 Jul 2024Completed
For the addition of a porch roof at the front entry of an existing detached structure. size and location per plans.
- Zoning permit Jul 2024Completed
For the erection of a front porch roof; size and location as shown in the application/plan.
- Mechanical permit Feb 2017Completed
Installation of direct vent gas fired fireplace insert installed per manufacturers specifications. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
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: Cell Site 40 Phi E Be, 8200 Ridge Ave (900 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,500 ft
Ne Corner Eva Port Royal Ave To Summit. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
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
Shawmont Sch (2,250 ft), Saul W B Agricultural School (4,550 ft), Green Woods CS (5,000 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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