1109 Wallace Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1109 Wallace Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 10 not closed, and 60 violations, 10 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 1109 Wallace Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
10 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 10 open violations.
- Residential building permit Sep 2024Expired
For interior alteration and erection of a rear one-story addition and partial rear third floor addition over existing two-story portion as part of an existing structure to continuous use as single-family dwelling. the existing basement to remain non-habitable space. size and location as shown on the plans.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2024Expired
To install fixtures and pipes: 4 lavatories, 4 water closets, 4 showers/tubs, 1 kitchen sink, 1 laundry sink, 1 water heater & 1 hose bibs to replace interior house drain & stack. 16 fixtures
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jul 2024Expired
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances - for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. new furnace, 3.5 ton ac in the rear yard, ductwork, & 15 diffusers.
- Electrical permit Jun 2024Completed
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.
- Residential building permit Jun 2024Expired
For interior alteration and erection of a rear one story addition and partial rear third floor addition over existing two-story portion as part of an existing structure to continuous use as single-family dwelling. the existing basement to remain non-habitable space. size and location as shown on the plans. ** separate permit require for electrical, plumbing and mechanical **
- Zoning permit May 2023Issued
Permit amended on 9/17/24: for the open area creation for addition in bathroom at backyard. for a rear one story addition and rear third floor addition over existing two-story portion of an existing single family attached structure, size and location as shown on plan.
- Residential building permit Sep 2022Completed
**make safe permit** for additional repairs in excess of previously approved scope per make safe permit rp-2022-004879 to include reconstruction of 3rd story with light-wood-framed construction (reduction of building construction type to type v-b) and changes to method of anchorage of existing masonry wall (star bolts no longer required) to comply with violation cases # cf-2022-027966 & cf-2022-071181. not to exceed scope of work noted in engineer's report and shown on approved plans. separate permits required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on cases # cf-2022-027966 & cf-2022-071181. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion. make safe permit only.
- Zoning permit Jun 2022Issued
Limited lodging
- Residential building permit Jun 2022Completed
In accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion.” make safe permit - for the installation of two (2) starbolts, the sistering of damaged floor joists, the repair of the bulging wall in the existing tunnel alley, the replacement of the rear exterior wall, and the removal of all vegetation on exterior walls to resolve case cf-2022-027966. a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required within 8 feet of the building facade in accordance with section 3306 of the 2018 ibc. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case cf-2022-027966.
- Zoning permit May 2022Issued
Limited lodging
- Zoning permit May 2022Issued
Limited lodging
- Fire suppression permit Mar 2021Completed
For the installation of a fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 2013, standard 13d to include a 1-inch diameter combined service line and booster pump installation.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
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: Richard Allen Homes, 1015 Parrish Dr (1,350 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
850 ft
Lemon Ridge Garden Inc and 3 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,100 ft
National Chemical Laboratories Inc and 2 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
Spring Garden School No. 2. 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
250 ft
Spring Garden Sch (250 ft), Parkway Center City Middle College (1,100 ft), Franklin Benjamin HS (1,700 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.8 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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