749 Locust Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 749 Locust Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 14 permits, 2 not closed, and 60 violations, 24 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 749 Locust Avenue 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
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 24 open violations.
- Residential building permit Apr 2026Completed
For the removal of the rear bay extension, and the replacement of the rear wall, side wall and roof joists to resolve cf-2024-117946. all work to be done per approved plans and engineering inspection letter. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on cf-2024-117946. "in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion.
- Residential building permit Oct 2025Issued
**make safe permit** for reconstruction of front exterior walls, repairs/replacement of interior framing, and roof repairs to comply with violation case # cf-2024-004502. not to exceed scope of work noted in engineer's report and shown on approved plans. separate permits required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case # cf-2024-004502. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion. make safe permit only.
- Electrical permit Nov 2024Completed
Install 100 amp service, replace outlets, switches and lights, install 1 outlet in dinning room, living room and bedrooms all wires are fished
- General permit minor Jun 2021Expired
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.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2021Completed
Replace rain leader/ cesspool
- Electrical permit Dec 2019Completed
Install new 200amp disconnect new 200amp panel new smoke alarms and co/alarm interconnected wires as per 2014 nec
- Plumbing permit Jun 2019Completed
Replace heater, 3 sinks and 1 toilet, installation will comply with philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Alteration permit Jan 2019Completed
For the repair of front entrance in an existing single family dwelling as per plan.
- Electrical permit Nov 2016Completed
200amp line load,meter socket and panel grounding rod and cold water grounding per 2008 nec (sfd)north district
- Plumbing permit May 2009Completed
Replace house trap
- Electrical permit Jan 2008Completed
Install 1 pressure switch to the fire alarm system which is connected to the appliances (north district)
- Alteration permit Aug 2007Completed
Interior alterations to the first floor day care and exterior ramp. basement for utilities only. second floor sealed off - affidavit of restricted use.
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
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Exxon Rs 2 2051, 5700 Chew Ave (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
2,750 ft
Viz Manufacturing Co. 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
1,550 ft
Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary (1,550 ft), Imhotep Institute CHS (3,000 ft), Pennell Joseph Sch (3,450 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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