104 Arch Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 104 Arch Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 32 permits, 5 not closed, and 31 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 104 Arch Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Commercial building permit Oct 2026Issued
For level i interior alterations for the repair work associated wtih the water pipe burst in an existing building. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
- Zoning permit Sep 2023Issued
Visitor accommodations
- Zoning permit Apr 2022Issued
Visitor accommodations
- Electrical permit Feb 2021Completed
Replacement of existing ademco 4180 panel with a vista-128 panel. all initiating devices shall remain as previously installed. the notification bell shall be replaced with an audible/visual device as per approved drawings-2016 nfpa 72
- Plumbing permit Aug 2019Completed
Storm drain repair as per 2004 ppc
- Electrical permit Jul 2019Completed
Install 4 gfis in kitchen area, install 4 recessed light fixtures, install 1 gfi and 1 light fixture in bathroom, fishing only, per 2017 nec
- Plumbing permit Jul 2019Completed
Rough in waste and water lines for 2 fixtures as per 2004 ppc
- Administrative permit Jul 2019Completed
For partial change of occupancy to create one dwelling unit in space #1c, as per approved plans. no work under this permit. separate permit required for mechanical work, plumbing, electrical work.
- Use permit Jun 2019Completed
For use as one(1) dwelling unit in unit 1 c of an existing structure with other previously approved uses.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2017Completed
Supply and install new backflow preventor
- Mechanical permit Mar 2017Completed
Instal 1 bryant heat pump 36k btu with all materials for a complete installation. remove old equipment. no work to facades. unit not to be visible from a public right of way. (
- Electrical permit Nov 2011Expired
Replace 200 amp main panel and breakers. (40)wall outlets, (30)light fixtures, (40)switches, (10)gfci outlets, (15)hardwired smoke alarms, (10)high hats, bonding systems.... in accordance with 2008 nec for a single family property.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.1 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
5 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Snydermans Gulf, 250 N 2nd St (1,300 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
1,850 ft
U S Department Of The Treasury U S Mint At Philadelphia and 8 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
400 ft
Elfreth's Alley Historic District 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
1,650 ft
Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (1,650 ft), National Constitution Center HS (2,950 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (3,950 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.6 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
- Ask for the latest maintenance bill from a winter month, not a summer one: that's where the real cost of living there shows up.
- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
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