3260 Van Hazen Street Northwest, Washington
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Quick answers
- Does 3260 Van Hazen Street Northwest have open permits or code violations?
- DC Department of Buildings lists 7 permits, 6 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 3260 Van Hazen 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
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner.
- Supplemental Apr 2026Permit issued
- Supplemental Apr 2026Permit issued
- Supplemental Mar 2026Permit issued
Plumbing trade permit
- Construction Feb 2026Permit issued
Revision to building permit b2509771.removal of the previously permitted underpinning at the existing foundation from the scope of work. the existing lower level will remain as is. removal of the full basement at the proposed rear addition. the addition will be built over crawlspace. removal of the dormer at the front of the house on the second and third floors. reconfiguration of the third-floor plan. removal of the previously proposed detached garage expansion. revision of mechanical, electrical and plumbing plans as related to the listed changes
- Construction Dec 2025Permit issued
Interior renovation to the existing 2-story detached single-family dwelling to include underpinning the existing foundation and lowering the basement slab. new bathrooms, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing throughout. new 3rd story addition over existing building footprint with new roof deck over new 2-story rear addition. expand the footprint of the existing detached garage structure in the rear yard and add a new 2nd story for storage. proposed gross floor area 4925 sf
- Post card Nov 2025Permit issued
- Supplemental Nov 2023Completed
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
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Nancy Peterson, 6233 31st St Nw (1,600 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
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
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
3,200 ft
Lafayette ES (3,200 ft), Chevy Chase Elementary (4,650 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.6 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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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- 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.
- Schedule a viewing in the evening too, on a weekday, to see street traffic, streetlights, and how quiet the neighborhood is after 8 PM.
- Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
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