112 Wharton Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 112 Wharton Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 37 permits, 5 not closed, and 1 violation, 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 112 Wharton 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. 1 open violation.
- Electrical permit Nov 2026Issued
Install complete new electrical wiring system throughout 1,000 sq. ft. area using nm-b cable (romex), including 14/2, 12/2, plastic/metal device boxes, ceiling fans, light fixtures, wall switches, smoke alarms and receptacles. all work to be done in accordance with current nec 2020
- Plumbing permit Oct 2026Issued
- approved plumbing work associated with an (addition or alteration) per ez permit standard for plumbing
- Residential building permit Feb 2025Issued
For the erection of a third-floor addition and second floor addition above and existing attached structure. for interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. separate permits are required for all associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. amend permit 11/24/25 to document changes to framing plan to account for site conditions. amend permit 6/11/26 to document the change in the with of the dormer addition. size and location per plans.
- Zoning permit Nov 2024Issued
For the erection of a third-floor addition above and existing attached structure. size and location per plans. amend permit 6/11/2026 to document change in the dormer width. size and location per plan.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2024Completed
Water service 3/4
- Plumbing permit Aug 2015Completed
Install 5" latteral and 1" water service - "self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Plumbing permit Aug 2015Completed
Intsallhouse trap & fai water service, lateral pa1#2015-2171345 - "self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Plumbing permit Aug 2015Completed
Install 5" latteral and 1" water service
- Plumbing permit Aug 2015Completed
Install 5" latteral and 1" water service
- Suppression permit Jul 2015Completed
For the installation of a fire supression system for a single family dwelling serviced by a two (2) inch fire service line with back flow preventer assembly. fire supression system to be installed in accordance with nfpa 13r. all work to be done per approved plans. separate permits required for plumbing and electrical work.
- Suppression permit Jul 2015Completed
For the installtion of a fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13r, with a new 2-inch fire service line as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Electrical permit Jun 2015Completed
Install 200 amp service, all new wiring throughout with 25 switches and 50 receptacles per 2008 nec (sfd)
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
Superfund site
1.5 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: Pintos Atlantic Inc, 1317 S 3rd St (800 ft), open. 3 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
1,800 ft
Catalyst International Gasket Materials Corp and 4 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
1,850 ft
Vare-Washington El Sch (1,850 ft), Kirkbride Eliza B Sch (2,650 ft), Nebinger George W Sch (2,750 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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