659 Hermitage Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 659 Hermitage Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 9 permits, 1 not closed, and 9 violations, 3 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 659 Hermitage Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Electrical permit Aug 2024Completed
Installation of a 6.000 kw dc grid tied photovoltaic system consisting of 15. ja solar jam54s31-400/mr modules and 15 enphase iq8plus-72-2-us microinverters as per nec 2017
- Electrical permit Sep 2022Expired
Replace 200 amp service (replace meter, panel, and seu) also replace existing receptacles, switches and fishing circuits in kind as per 2014 nec
- Plumbing permit Oct 2017Completed
1-kitchen sink 1-laundry sink, 2-water closet, 2-vanities 2-tub the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Electrical permit Oct 2017Completed
Install 100amp rewire throughout switches,light fixtures, int smoke/co detectors as per 2008 nec (sfd)
- Alteration permit Oct 2017Completed
Install 8 x 10 deck in rear yard. applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standard for decks, dated january 2011. deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties.
- Zoning permit Oct 2017Completed
Install 8 x 10 deck in rear yard. applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standard for decks, dated january 2011. deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties.
- Alteration permit Oct 2017Completed
Ez interior alterations. applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standard for interior alterations, dated january 2011. deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties. licensed contractor to be listed on permit. separate permits required for plumbing, electric and hvac. call inspector at district office at least 24 hours prior to start
- Addition permit May 2017Completed
Application is for the erection of a deck in the rear yard (not to visible from street) on first floor level accessed through first floor rear and ground and a fence on east property line with height not to exceed 6 feet and no more than 50% opaque and replacing existing stair to basement.details including size and location as shown on the attached plan.no other work included in this permit application
- Zoning permit May 2017Completed
Application is for the erection of a deck in the rear yard (not to visible from street) on first floor level accessed through first floor rear and ground and a fence on east property line with height not to exceed 6 feet and no more than 50% opaque.details including size and location as shown on the attached plan.
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
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
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
2,700 ft
Roxborough HS (2,700 ft), Saul W B Agricultural School (4,400 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- This is a house, not an apartment. Check the lot boundaries, car access, and how water drains from the yard after rain, including whether the neighboring lot sits higher and could send water toward the property.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- Check exactly where you'd park: a spot in the yard or garage, or street parking, and how crowded the street gets in the evening.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
- Check the condition of the fence, yard, and sidewalk out front: who is responsible for upkeep, and whether there are any boundary disputes with neighbors.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
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