6609 North Opal Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 6609 North Opal Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 9 permits, 2 not closed, and 60 violations, 7 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 6609 North Opal Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 7 open violations.
- Electrical permit Feb 2024Completed
100 amp outside service entrance cable x1 fish only per 2017 nec
- Zoning permit May 2023Issued
For the installation of the residential roof mounted solar panel collectors on above the roof of existing attached structure to continuous use as single-family dwelling. size and location as shown on the application / plan.
- Residential building permit Mar 2022Expired
Ez permit standards alterations - for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work any modifications to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations, including underpinning, excavation, and removal of foundation slab. work in the basement or cellar is not included on the ez alt permit. separate permits required for mechanical, electric and plumbing. removing non-structural items such as drywall, flooring and ceiling sheetrock. window replacement in existing openings no size alteration installation of 1/2 drywall for wall and ceiling covering. installation of vinyl flooring and tiles in kitchen and bathroom over existing sub floor
- Plumbing permit Mar 2016Completed
Replace house trap fresh air inle and section of house drain pa20160880462(sfd)self certification's are no longer permitted","all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 ft in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Use permit Dec 2014Completed
For a family day care "in the residence of the operator" in the same existing sfd structure. no sign on this permit.
- Electrical permit Feb 2011Completed
Install 5 gfi receptacles,install 21 receptacles and 12 switches,install 10 light fixtures,install 5 smoke detectors, install 3 arc fault breakers as per 2008 nec
- Electrical permit Apr 2008Completed
Replace service panel, outlets & switches throughout house. install (3) gfi lines in basement & kitchen. install dryer line, 240v. install (3) electric smoke detectors, (2) porcelain fixtures in basement. in accordance with 2005 nec
- Plumbing permit Apr 2008Completed
Re rough 2nd fl bathroom install new 3 pc bathroom lavy, wate rcloset and tub
- Alteration permit Mar 2008Completed
Installing a new 4ply asphalt roof.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave, winter weather. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Gibsons Svc Ctr, 6801 Ogontz Ave (1,250 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
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
600 ft
Building 21 (600 ft), Rowen William Sch (1,650 ft), Wagner Gen Louis MS (1,650 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.
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