7142 North 20th Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 7142 North 20th Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 52 permits, 12 not closed, and 60 violations, 8 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 7142 North 20th Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
12 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 8 open violations.
- Zoning permit Nov 2026Issued
Retail sales - food, beverages, and groceries
- Electrical permit Nov 2026Completed
Replace existing 200 amp meter socket three-phase for new 200 amp meter socket three-phase only
- Electrical permit Oct 2026Issued
Relocate existing meter 200 amp to the outside
- Electrical permit Oct 2026Issued
Relocate existing 200 amp meter box to the outside
- Electrical permit Oct 2026Issued
Amend permit 10/15/2026 - correct address install 200 amp meter socket only 3 phase 120/208 as per nec 2020
- Zoning permit Dec 2025Issued
Retail sales - consumer goods; retail sales - food, beverages, and groceries
- Zoning permit Oct 2025Issued
Retail sales - food, beverages, and groceries; retail sales - consumer goods
- General permit Oct 2025Completed
For the erection of one internally illuminated wall sign. size and locatio per plan.
- Commercial building permit Sep 2025Completed
Make safe permit- for the reconstruction of the brick masonry knee wall and safety glass with framing to the non- structural infill to the front wall from vehicle impact as per engineer’s report to resolve case #cf-2024-068530. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2024-068530. *contractor is a sole proprietor with no employees*
- Zoning permit Sep 2025Issued
For erection of one (1) illuminated flat wall sign on existing structure. size and location as shown on the application / plan.
- Zoning permit Jun 2025Issued
Medical, dental, and health practitioner - sole medical, dental, and health practitioner
- Commercial building permit Aug 2024Expired
Make safe permit- for repair infill constuction of front wall from vehicle impact to resolve case # cf-2024-068530 as per pa engineer report.. safety glass and doors install. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case # cf-2024-068530
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold 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
Nearest public schools
1,950 ft
Rowen William Sch (1,950 ft), Samuel Pennypacker Sch (2,150 ft), Building 21 (3,550 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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