8304 Ridgeway Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 8304 Ridgeway Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 18 permits, 1 not closed, and 28 violations, 1 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 8304 Ridgeway 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
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Residential building permit Jun 2025Completed
For the repair of the front and side walls to resolve case cf-2025-046846. 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 case cf-2025-046846. "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."
- Plumbing permit May 2025Completed
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.
- Demolition permit May 2025Completed
Sub demolition permit for cf-2025-045062. for the complete demolition of a property as part of the city of philadelphia demolition program. add'l specs: no sidewalk. (1) stucco c/w 531 hoffnagle. erosion control mat with topsoil and seed on footprint of building only. 4' corral fence across front.
- Electrical permit May 2020Completed
Install 400 amp service. wire throughout addition to dwelling unit; receptacles, switches, lights, interconnected smoke/co alarms as per 2017 nec.
- Fire suppression permit Apr 2020Expired
For the installation of a fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13, tieing into existing system, as per approved plans.
- Plumbing permit Feb 2020Completed
Install 4 fixtures as per 2004 ppc
- Plumbing permit Feb 2020Completed
Replace partial main drain-pa1#20200560319-"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"
- Fire suppression permit Feb 2020Completed
Connect to existing system to run to new space, tie into existing main supply and install all required sprinklers, per nfpa 13. supply and install all required piping, hangers and fittings, per nfpa 13 existing 3" backflow preventer existing 2" service & riser as detailed.
- Commercial building permit Feb 2020Completed
For a one-story addition on top of existing garage and interior alterations to add one additional dwelling unit, totaling to four (4) dwelling units on lot, as per approved plans.
- Zoning/use permit Jan 2020Completed
For the erection of a one-story addition on top of a one-story portion of an existing two (2) story structure; for use as multi-family (four (4) units) household living with all other uses as previously approved; size and location as shown in the application/plan.
- Electrical permit Jun 2019Completed
1 fire alarm control panel 2 annunciator keypads 3 wall mounted horn strobes 6 mini horns 1 strobe 3 manual pull stations 5 common area smoke detectors per 'o7 nfpa-72
- Suppression permit Mar 2019Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout an existing mixed use building to include 2" main fire service line and 3" dces 200 ss backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
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
2,000 ft
Fox Chase Sch (2,000 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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