1222 Arch Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1222 Arch Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 8 not closed, and 60 violations, 2 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 1222 Arch Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
8 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Electrical permit Oct 2026Issued
Electrical permit for combo cp-2026-005373
- Commercial building permit Sep 2026Issued
Level ii interior alterations (no change of occupancy) for renovations to existing 8th floor office space as per approved plans and phc approval. *2021 iebc review* **separate permits requried for any mep work**
- Commercial building permit Nov 2023Completed
For level 2 alteration to lobby as per plans.
- Commercial building permit Sep 2023Completed
For a facade restoration to an existing structure. **exterior work only.**
- General permit Feb 2023Expired
Shelter platform permit- erection of sidewalk shelter platform 60 l.f. on arch st. with the deck at 300 p.s.i. each as per engineered plans. streets department permit is required for sidewalk closure prior to the start work.
- Commercial building permit Feb 2022Completed
For the removal of antennas, cellular equipment platform, beam support, post downs, transformer, microwave and all associated equipment as per approved plans.
- Electrical permit Jan 2022Completed
Demo of 50' existing linear light fixtures. rough in of (6) new receptacles, relocation of (2) data outlets, relocation of (1) horn/strobe to same area and maintain existing fire alarm notification appliances & recertify system, furnish and install (6) new track light fixtures. all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec,2018 phila fire code.
- Zoning permit Nov 2021Expired
For the replacement of one (1) accessory, non-illuminated wall sign on the arch street frontage, size and location as shown on plan/application.
- General permit Nov 2021Expired
Shelter platform permit- erection of sidewalk shelter platform 75 l.f. on arch st. with the deck at 300 p.s.i. each as per engineered plans. streets department permit is required for sidewalk closure prior to the start work.
- Fire suppression permit Nov 2021Completed
**existing philadelphia historic property** 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. no exterior work permitted as part of this permit as per phc. relocate (4) sprinkler heads on the 4th floor nationalities fit-out (cp-2021-004265)
- Electrical permit Oct 2021Completed
Fishing only-install 120 volt outlet for cooktop. install 5 afci/gfi protected receptacles. install quad afci/gfi protected receptacle. install receptacle for refrigerator afci protected. install two afci/gfi protected receptacles for island. install 2 single pole switches, supply 2 dimmers, demo wires as needed. install customer supplied track lighting. supply and install undercabinet lighting led, total of 8'. run dedicated over connection 240 volt, 50 amp. install dishwasher afci/gfi protected receptacle. install garbage disposal switch and receptacle with afci protection. install 120 volt outlet for hood. bath-supply and install 2-4" led recessed lights, install 2 switches with dimmers, install customer supplied light, power from existing circuit. all work done as per 2014 nec
- Plumbing permit Oct 2021Completed
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
Superfund site
2.9 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
13 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Greyhound Lines, 1001 Filbert St (1,200 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
2,200 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility 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
100 ft
Young, Smyth, Field Company Building and 1 more listings close by. 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
2,300 ft
Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS (2,300 ft), Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS (2,350 ft), The SD of Philadelphia Virtual Academy (2,650 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.1 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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