8278 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 8278 Bustleton Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 7 permits, 1 not closed, and 12 violations, 4 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 8278 Bustleton 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
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 4 open violations.
- Commercial building permit Sep 2026Issued
Make safe permit to resolve case violation # cf-2026-064956 to repair damage caused by vehicle impact as per the engineer's report and approved engineer plans. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2026-064956. “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.”
- Electrical permit Apr 2016Completed
Relocate and replace the emergency stop button for the gas station.vermeer in new conduit from radio shelter to existing manhole.use newly installed conduit and existing conduits to pull in new wire location of new stop button on the outside of the csd shed as per 2008 nec (east district)
- Plumbing permit Apr 2010Completed
Installing new prefab building with all fixtures installed will connect to existing main drain and water service
- Plumbing permit Apr 2010Completed
Install new backflow preventer - waver letter attached to application(septa) dg
- Electrical permit Aug 2009Completed
120/240v, 100amp 3 wire single phase service (lp) 1 sub panel 120/240v 60amp 4 wire feeder to prefab bldg, 1 sub panel 120/240v 40amp 4 wire feeder to existing bldg 7 - 400wmh pole lights and 6 new shelter lights lighting control with bypass switch 1 gfic duplex recept outlet as per 2005 nec (e dist)
- Alteration permit Jun 2009Completed
Above ground work to existing bus stop to include installing new prefab toilet room with foundation and slab. civil site improvements to include upgrade passenger waiting area for ada compliance, new ramp, rails, fencing, steps, sidewalks, driveways, landscaping. renovate existing operator toilet bldg.into storage bldg. install/replace site furnishings signage and lighting throughout, as per submitted plans.
- Zoning/use permit Apr 2009Completed
Install new ada ramp. add handrails. signage
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave, winter weather. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Texaco 100312, 8275 Bustleton Ave (300 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Radon potential
Moderate
Average indoor levels of 2 to 4 pCi/L. EPA still suggests testing ground-floor and basement units.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
450 ft
Farrell Louis H Sch (450 ft), Rhawnhurst Sch (3,100 ft), Tacony Academy CS (4,100 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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