1305 Somerset Place Northwest, Washington
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Quick answers
- Does 1305 Somerset Place Northwest have open permits or code violations?
- DC Department of Buildings lists 9 permits, 9 not closed, and 0 violations.
- What is the 2026 conforming loan limit in District of Columbia?
- $1,249,125 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 1305 Somerset Place Northwest at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave and winter weather risk.
Permits and code violations
9 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner.
- Construction Jul 2026Permit issued
Alteration level 2 - interior renovation to an existing single family dwelling. replacement in kind of all finishes, fixtures, and equipment. selective framing and drywall. replace basement entry door.
- Post card Mar 2026Permit issued
- Construction Sep 2025Permit issued
The conversion of the basement only to an accessory apartment per plans
- Supplemental May 2025Permit issued
- Supplemental Mar 2025Permit issued
- Supplemental Feb 2025Permit issued
- Construction Dec 2024Permit issued
Construction renovation per plan first floor porch conversion to finished 90 sq ft second floor addition over existing first floor 270 sq ft all alterations/renovations/repairs are within the confines of the existing footprint.
- Post card Jul 2023Expired
- Post card Sep 2022Expired
DC Department of Buildings
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: heat wave, winter weather. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
17 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Empire Petroleum, 6401 Georgia Av Nw (900 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
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
1,500 ft
Center City PCS - Brightwood (1,500 ft), Military Road Early Learning Center (1,850 ft), Brightwood ES (2,350 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.9 mi
Reagan National (DCA). Aircraft may be audible under approach paths.
FAA large-hub airports
Conforming loan limit 2026
$1,249,125
District of Columbia. 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- This is a house, not an apartment. Check the lot boundaries, car access, and how water drains from the yard after rain, including whether the neighboring lot sits higher and could send water toward the property.
- Check the condition of the fence, yard, and sidewalk out front: who is responsible for upkeep, and whether there are any boundary disputes with neighbors.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
- Check the sewer connection (public network or septic tank) and the water source (public network or well), including pressure and water quality.
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