116 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 116 Chestnut Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 7 not closed, and 60 violations, 17 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 116 Chestnut Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
7 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 17 open violations.
- General permit Oct 2026Issued
Installation of one (1) non-illuminated awning sign as per approved plans. *2021 ibc review*
- Zoning permit Jul 2026Issued
For the installation of one (1) non-illuminated wall sign on an awning. size and location as shown in application/plans
- Zoning permit Apr 2026Issued
Visitor accommodations
- Zoning permit Mar 2025Issued
Limited lodging
- Fire suppression permit Apr 2024Completed
Ez kitchen fire suppression- for the installation of new wet chemical kitchen fire suppression system as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. to install a new fire suppression system for a 10'-0" type 1 hood system.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2023Completed
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.
- Fire suppression permit Oct 2023Completed
For the alterations to a sprinkler syste, with an existing 4 inch fire service line as per plans. alterations to include new sprinkler heads and piping as shown.
- Zoning permit Aug 2023Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family; visitor accommodations
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2023Completed
For the installation of a new commercial kitchen exhaust hood and for alterations to hvac system as per plans.
- Electrical permit May 2023Completed
Install lights normal & emergency, switches & recptacles. provide power for the mechanical , hvac & kitchen equipment. * the service, panels & feeders are existing. ** no fire alarm work on this permit.
- Plumbing permit May 2023Completed
Install 2 water closets, 2 lavatories, 1 mop sink, 3 hand sinks, 1 wok sink, 1 grease interceptor, 1 3-compartment bar sink, 1 floor drain, 1 sump pump, 1 dishwasher and 1 prep sink according to the 2018 ppc and per plans.
- Commercial building permit Dec 2022Completed
For level ii interior alterations (no change in occupancy) per approved plans. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire suppression.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.0 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Port Of History Museum, Columbus Blvd At Walnut St (700 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
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
1,250 ft
Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (1,250 ft), National Constitution Center HS (2,700 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (2,900 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.4 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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