1127 Brandywine Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1127 Brandywine Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 10 not closed, and 60 violations, 21 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 1127 Brandywine Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
10 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 21 open violations.
- Electrical permit Apr 2026Completed
Wiring 18 apartments with lights, outlets, switches, smoke alarms, appliances, wiring common area lights, outlets, switches, exit signs, emergency lights, fire alarm system installation, new 800 amp service, 20meters, 20 sub-panels, grounding, bonding, service cable running to each apartment's sub-panel, hook up fire pump, meter, and panel. all work per 2017 nec. **the two(2) req'd accessible spaces for accessibility requirements for fire alarm audio/visual notification appliances ,communication features ,&electrical equipment heights (sheet e-100)are on the 1st fl.** all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72.
- Fire suppression permit Feb 2026Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13r throughout the building to include 2" main fire service line with a 2" wilkins 95oxlt2 backflow prevention assembly & ul listed talco 13-ulv50-r fire pump complying with nfpa 20 and two (2) standpipe risers complying with nfpa 14 as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Dec 2025Completed
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other work.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2025Completed
Repair/replace ct & fai.
- Commercial building permit Oct 2025Completed
For level iii alterations to an existing building for use as a mixed-residential building with six (6) dwelling units (r-2, non-transient) & twelve (12) visitor accomodations (r-1, transient). 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 engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. ** permit includes work to be legalized ** **amendment 12-18-2025 - changing automatic sprinkler protection to meet nfpa 13r requirements as per the approved amended construction documents. no other changes with this amendment.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2025Completed
Replacement of 40 gal electric water heater
- Zoning permit Feb 2025Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Feb 2025Expired
For the installation of hvac appliances, grds, and associated ductwork. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 imc and appliance manufacturer specifications. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
- Electrical permit Jan 2025Completed
Install a new fire alarm system throughout. all work in accordance with the 2017 nec.
- Residential building permit Oct 2024Completed
Make safe permit- to make safe as per submitted plans and as per engineer's report to replace front wall to resolve case #cf-2024-088038. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6' in height. 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-2024-088038. 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."
- Residential building permit Aug 2024Completed
**make safe permit** for the installation of starbolts to comply with violation case #cf-2024-086126. 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 the violations. 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.
- General permit minor Aug 2024Expired
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.
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
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Exxon Rs 2 2183, 427 N Broad St (1,500 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
700 ft
Lemon Ridge Garden Inc and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,450 ft
National Chemical Laboratories Inc 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
350 ft
Schoettle, Edwin J., Company Building. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
850 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
700 ft
Parkway Center City Middle College (700 ft), Spring Garden Sch (1,000 ft), Math Civics and Sciences CS (1,250 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.7 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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