1207 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1207 Chestnut Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 5 not closed, and 60 violations, 20 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 1207 Chestnut 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. 20 open violations.
- Electrical permit Jun 2026Completed
Install 5 single poles, install 5 gfi's and install 5 double gang receptacles. medical office exam rms are to be wired in pipe& conduit per :517.13(a).all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2026Completed
Install 5 lavatory sink
- General permit Mar 2026Completed
For the installation of one (1) non-illuminated double-faced projecting accessory sign as per approved plans. see zp-2025-003224 for zoning approval and sr-2026-032628 for streets dept. approval.
- Commercial building permit Dec 2025Completed
For a level ii interior alterations to an existing tenant space on thed 2nd floor level of an exisying structure. alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings, and accessibility improvements throughout. building to be is fully sprinklered. **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.**
- Zoning permit Oct 2025Completed
For the erection of one (1) non-illuminated projecting sign below the second floor windowsill of an existing structure. size/location as shown on the application/plans.
- Electrical permit Nov 2024Completed
Install new electrical panel, lighting, receptacles, and power to equipment as per 2017 nec. install fire alarm system as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2024Completed
New fixures with piping to run new piping to add 2 toilets, 2 lavatories, 1 water cooler and 2 water heaters to existing mains. 7 fixtures all work installed and approved in compliance with 2018 ppc
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Oct 2024Completed
For the installation of new hvac appliances, grds, and associated ductwork and piping. 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. if site conditions vary, contact design professional prior to start of work. see cp-2024-003090 for associated building permit.
- Fire suppression permit Oct 2024Completed
Ez permit sprinkler relocation (nfpa 13)- for the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. relocate (30) sprinkler heads to accommodate interior alterations
- General permit Sep 2024Completed
For the installation of one (1) statically illuminated wall sign. separate permit required for electrical work.
- Zoning permit Aug 2024Completed
For the erection of one (1) statically illuminated wall sign. size and location as shown in the application/plans.
- Commercial building permit Jul 2024Completed
For level ii interior alterations at the basement to create group b amenity spaces accessory to existing group r-2 occupancy and at a vacant commercial tenant space at the ground floor and upper level / mezzanine. separate permit required for fit-out and c.o. of tenant space. building is fully sprinklered. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 iebc. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression work. if site conditions vary, contact design professional prior to start of work. **asbestos abatement required** [amendment 12/4/2024 for submission of asbestos inspection report limited only to the work area impacted by this permit. asbestos abatement for the work area is no longer required.]
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
2.8 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Greyhound Lines, 1001 Filbert St (1,300 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
800 ft
Jump Street and 18 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,400 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility 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
2,300 ft
National Constitution Center HS (2,300 ft), Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS (3,050 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (3,150 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.9 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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