101 North 34th Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 101 North 34th Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 21 permits, 1 not closed, and 34 violations, 3 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 101 North 34th 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. 3 open violations.
- Fire suppression permit Feb 2026Issued
For alterations to an existing nfpa 13 automatic wet sprinkler system to install one (1) new six (6) inch backflow preventer within an existing fire pump room. all work to be done per approved plans by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
- Alteration permit Aug 2019Completed
Ez permit re-roofing- for the installation of new roof coverings on exiting roofs as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.
- Suppression permit Jul 2019Completed
For the installation of a new pre-action total pac stytem with a six (6) inch backflow preventer and automatic fire suppression system as per nfpa 13. all work shall be done in accordance with approved plans/hydraulic calculations.
- Zoning permit Jul 2019Completed
For relocation of lot line to create two (2) lots (parcels # a & b) from one deeded lot.size and location as shown on the application.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2019Completed
To run sanitary and water to 1 toilet, 1 lav, 1 kitchen sink and 1 cup drain. to install 9 rain conductors, installation will comply with philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Suppression permit Jun 2019Completed
Installing an automatic clean agent fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 2001 in lower level server room of calhoun hall as per approved plans.
- Suppression permit May 2019Completed
For the installation of a fire suppression system (connecting to an existing fire suppression system) complying with nfpa 13 and nfpa 20 throughout the structure to include replacing an existing fire pump and 6" ames 2000ss backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Electrical permit Mar 2019Completed
Renovation of calhoun hall student dorms 203 total and common areas new lighting electrical devices panels electrical work per 2008 nec fire alarm per nfpa 72
- Zoning/use permit Mar 2019Completed
For the erection of two(2) story addition at the south corner of an existing structure for use as an exisitng institutional facility. with existing twenty-four(24) accessory parking spaces including with one(1) accessible space and one(1) van accessible spaces with fourty-four(44) bicycle spaces on lot with existing 911 accessory parking spaces as previously approved sp-ins zoned district. no sign on this application.
- Plumbing permit Feb 2019Completed
Alterations: interior plumbing; (prescriptive) of existing building. no change in occupancy (single room residence - dormitory);3301 arch st; calhoun hall;to install sanitary pipe and water pipe from mains to 83 toilets, 82 lavs, 70 showers, 1 tub, 1 kitchen sink, 8 water coolers, 1 mop receptor, 13 washing machine boxes, 47 floor drains, 7 hose bibs and drain conductors. the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004. (west dist)
- Suppression permit Feb 2019Completed
Relocate 133 existing sprinkler heads
- Mechanical permit Feb 2019Completed
For the installation of new mechanical hvac system (including ductwork, registers, diffusers, piping, and appliances) within an existing eight (8) story detached structure used as student dormitories (calhoun hall @ drexel university), with individual window-mounted ptac unit used for each dormitory unit, as per plans; no other work on this permit; see ap#927614 for alterations permit within existing building only.
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
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Gen Svcs Bldg, 3330 Market St (900 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
450 ft
Summer Winter Community Garden and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,850 ft
Ge Co Re Entry Sys Department and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
200 ft
Poth and Schmidt Development Houses and 1 more listings close by. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
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
1,000 ft
Powel Samuel Sch (1,000 ft), Science Leadership Academy MS (1,000 ft), McMichael Morton Sch (3,150 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.5 mi
Philadelphia International (PHL). Aircraft may be audible under approach paths.
FAA large-hub airports
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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