8117 Algon Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 8117 Algon Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 7 permits, all closed, and 8 violations, 2 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 8117 Algon Avenue 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
Every permit on file is closed out. 2 open violations.
- Residential building permit Feb 2026Completed
For the erection of one-story rear addition as part of an existing detached single-family structure as per approved plan. *separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work*
- Zoning permit Nov 2025Completed
For the erection of one story rear addition as part of an existing detached structure. size and location as shown in the application / plan.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2017Completed
Replace 6" lateral-pa1#20172581550-"self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Plumbing permit Sep 2017Completed
Replace main drain and curb trap with fai as per philadelphia 2004 plumbing code.
- Alteration permit Apr 2017Completed
Roof replacement - install a shingle roof system (sfd)
- Addition permit Jul 2007Completed
Legalize elevated patio / deck and storage shed per plan
- Zoning permit Jul 2007Completed
Sun deck and accessory storage shed
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
Toxic release facility
3,600 ft
Avery Soabar Products Group. 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
1,350 ft
Tacony Academy CS (1,350 ft), Farrell Louis H Sch (2,700 ft), Rhawnhurst Sch (3,400 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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