1040 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1040 North 3rd Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 5 not closed, and 42 violations, 2 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 1040 North 3rd Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Electrical permit Dec 2024Completed
Installation of 30.25 kw dc/27.3kwac solar pv and associated electrical equipment including inverters, line-side taps, fused disconnected, second meter pan and conduit, connections, and conductors as per 2017 nec.
- General permit Dec 2024Completed
For the installation of roof mounted solar panels in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. all work to be done as per approved application/plans and in accordance with the 2018 ibc. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permit required for electrical work.
- Site / utility permit Aug 2023Expired
For the installation of foundation only. separate permit required for excavation, mechanical, electrical and plumbing. *amend 11-13-23; change special inspection agency and dprc-si. revise structural foundation plans*
- General permit minor Jun 2021Expired
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code, all references codes and standards, and the attached ez standard, where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. a separate permit from the philadelphia department of streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. all means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the philadelphia building code chapter 33 shall be in place prior to start of work.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2020Completed
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code, all references codes and standards, and the attached ez standard, where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. a separate permit from the philadelphia department of streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. all means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the philadelphia building code chapter 33 shall be in place prior to start of work.
- Commercial building permit Feb 2020Completed
For level ii alterations throughout the building for use as a business occupancy, alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvements throughout. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Nov 2019Completed
Install (1) hvac system with ductwork. (sfd)
- Electrical permit Sep 2019Completed
On an existing service,upgrade service panel to 200amps and complete rewire of recepts,lights,switches,fixtures,smokes and co detectors as per 2014 nec (ctract district)
- Zoning/use permit Aug 2019Completed
For the removal of a roof deck at the side 2nd floor level above the single-story portion of an existing attached structure (no change to previously approved height, footprint, or interior gfa), with 42-inch tall fence/screen to remain in-place, and with no change to height or area of previously approved accessory structure, size and location as shown on plan/application. for use of business & professional offices throughout the existing attached structure (1st flr offices to be separated from 2nd flr/mezzanine offices; 2nd flr to be served by one entranceway only, and no interconnection by common stairways b/t 1st-2nd flrs, as per zba proviso dated 11/9/01); no change to previously approved four (4) accessory surface parking spaces; no signs on this permit.
- Demolition permit Jul 2019Expired
For the complete demolition of an existing, semi- detached, three (3) story . structure to be demolished by hand and with hand held tools only. pedestrian protection to be in place prior to start of work and to be maintained during all demolition activities. * permit issued in response to violation case number 654580. * 21 day posting and notice waived per a-303.2 (id).
- Zoning/use permit Jul 2019Completed
For the complete demolition of a frear three (3) story structure. size and location shown as shown on application.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2019Completed
Install 14 fixtures as per 2004 ppc
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
6 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Jbm Auto Citgo, 154 W Girard Ave (1,200 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
200 ft
1019 27 N 3rd Street and 15 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,350 ft
Starkey Chemical Process Co and 3 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
300 ft
Jefferson, Thomas, School 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
High-voltage line
1,300 ft
138 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
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
350 ft
Bodine William W HS (350 ft), Young Scholars CS (1,700 ft), Ludlow James R Sch (2,050 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.4 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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