1640 Newton Street Northwest, Washington
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Quick answers
- Does 1640 Newton Street Northwest have open permits or code violations?
- DC Department of Buildings lists 20 permits, 12 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 1640 Newton Street Northwest at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area very low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
12 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner.
- Construction Oct 2026Permit issued
Historic demolish some interior walls, doors, kitchen cabinets & flooring, radiators throughout and finishes as indicated in photographs
- Construction Oct 2026Permit issued
Historic project summary: current grey 3-tab asphalt shingles will be replaced with owens corning estate grey architectural shingles. the roof is currently leaking severely, so this is an urgent project. gutters and downspouts will also be replaced. front and right rear parapet capping will also be replaced. this is a middle unit rowhome, so shingles and parapet capping will be tied in with neighbors. project details: remove shingles and roofing materials on entire roof surface. inspect condition of wood decking, advise homeowner of necessary repairs. remove existing parapet wall cap on the front parapet and right rear. install owens corning ice and water membrane along the gutter eaves, valleys, chimney, and penetrationson the home. install owens corning proarmor synthetic underlayment on entire roof surface.install new lifetime pipe collar boots. install new exhaust vent. install owens corning proedge shingled over ridge vent system along the ridge line.install owens corning trudefinition duration architectural style shingles on entire roof surface. caulk and seal as necessary.install new parapet wall capping. white in color. clean and haul away debris from the job site.
- Construction May 2026Permit issued
Tuckpoint neighboring (west facing) facade using lime-based mortar
- Construction Feb 2026Completed
Historic permit revision to approved permit application b2503690. replace existing roof framing in-kind due to discovered fire damage during demolition.
- Supplemental Feb 2026Completed
- Supplemental Jan 2026Completed
- Supplemental Jan 2026Completed
- Supplemental Nov 2025Completed
- Supplemental Nov 2025Completed
- Supplemental Nov 2025Completed
- Supplemental Oct 2025Permit issued
Plumbing trade permit
- Construction Aug 2025Completed
Historic district interior renovation and exterior improvements to a semi-detached row structure. conversion from restaurant a-2 to a community artist studio. interior renovations include new fixtures, finishes, and storage area. exterior improvements include removal of security bards, new windows, new folding door and exterior paint. demolition completed under permit d2400446 bza case number: 21192
DC Department of Buildings
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Very Low
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
16 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Park Regent Apartments, 1701 Park Rd Nw (400 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
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
850 ft
Bancroft ES (850 ft), Columbia Heights Education Campus (1,700 ft), AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights (3,350 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.6 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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