642 North 39th Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 642 North 39th Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 18 permits, 5 not closed, and 30 violations, 12 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 642 North 39th Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 12 open violations.
- Residential building permit Oct 2026Issued
We are planning to install a 8' x 5' concrete pad that will act as the foundation for a vertical platform lift that will raise the participant up to a newly raised wooden landing that will provide flush entryway into the existing single family residence. details per plan. chair lift installations shall be as per manufactures instructions.
- Zoning permit Jul 2026Issued
New construction of single-family dwelling as per approved plan. affordable housing
- Fire suppression permit Apr 2026Completed
For the installation of a fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13r throughout the entire building with 2” fire service and 2" backflow prevention assembly. all work shall comply with the approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- General permit minor Apr 2026Issued
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.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2026Completed
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. for use as previously approved. 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 Mar 2026Completed
Install 400 amp service equipment with grounding. wiring throughout. install outlets, switches, light fixtures, smoke alarms, exit signs, and emergency lights as per 2017 nec. install fire alarm system as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2025Completed
New construction of triplex. exterior curb trap, fai, main drain, and 1 1/2" water distribution pipe. interior installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for listed fixtures. all work to be performed in strict compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans.
- Commercial building permit Jan 2021Completed
For the erection of an attached structure of type vb construction with a cellar and a roof deck with a roof access structure. size and location as shown on plans. amendment approved as of 2/19/26: to update the floor plans. size and location as shown in the amended plans.
- Zoning permit Nov 2020Completed
For the erection of an attached structure (with roof deck accessed by a pilot house enclosing access stairs only), size and location as shown on plan/application.
- Zoning permit Oct 2020Completed
For the complete demolition of an existing structure.
- Demolition permit Oct 2020Completed
Complete demolition of an existing semi-detached (corner property, building to be demolished on other side) two-story, masonry and wood residential building by hand and mechanical methods. all permitted demolition activity to be in accordance with approved site safety demolition plan & such plan to be maintained on site at all times in accordance with philadelphia administrative code. special inspections required and to be performed by alfa engineering inc. complete sidewalk closure required in accordance with section 3306 of the ibc. separate street closure permit required prior to start of work. any deviation will require an amended building permit.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2020Expired
Sealing sewer lateral ppc 2018
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Former Toney Miller Svc Sta, 3917-27 Lancaster Ave (850 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,600 ft
Mantua Urban Peace Garden and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
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
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
1,600 ft
Belmont CS (1,600 ft), McMichael Morton Sch (1,700 ft), Powel Samuel Sch (2,950 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.7 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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