641 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 641 Cottman Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 2 permits, all 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 641 Cottman Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out.
- Zoning/use permit Jun 2010Completed
All existing signs to be removed and for the erection of ten (10) accessory double faced free standing signs, three (3) accessory single faced free standing signs, seven (7) flat wall signs and directional signs with no logo all accessory to an existing train station.
- Zoning/use permit Jun 2010Completed
For the erection of a one (1) story structure maximum 38' 9" high (roof canopy over the ramp and stairs and roof canopy over platform) accessory to the existing septa train station. demolition of retaining wall and 3' high wall and erection of retaining wall with 3' high guardrail on retaining wall and 3' high wall. no sign on this application (size and location as shown in the application).
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: Burholme First Aid Corps, 830 Bleigh St (750 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
900 ft
Hh Fluorescent Parts 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
1,650 ft
Crossan Kennedy C Sch (1,650 ft), Fox Chase Sch (4,450 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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