1232 Buttonwood Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1232 Buttonwood Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 58 permits, 12 not closed, and 31 violations, 9 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 1232 Buttonwood Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
12 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 9 open violations.
- Electrical permit Dec 2023Issued
Install a new fire alarm system, new installation 1200 amp electrical service, 22 meter box, electrical box ground wire ,110v interconnected smoke alarms,em.lights,rescue assistance system . all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec,2018 phila fire code,2016 nfpa-72. *horizontal exits were constructed=no stand-by power req'd*
- Zoning permit Dec 2023Issued
For the addition of exterior decks at the second and third floor levels. size and locations per plans.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2023Issued
For a new mechanical system installation . the installation to accommodate an existing structure. work to include the installation of mini split system and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with 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.
- Fire suppression permit Jun 2023Issued
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout the building to include 4" main fire service line with a 4" backflow prevention assembly and one (1) standpipe riser complying with nfpa 14 as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2022Issued
Install 21 toilets, 21 tubs, 21 lavatory sinks, 21 kitchen sink, 21 washing machine, 21 water heater, 3 area drain, install new 2 rpz backflow lf0099m2qt, 6" house trap, fresh air inlet, lateral 2" water service main to basement meter
- Electrical permit Sep 2022Completed
Temporary electric service.
- Fire suppression permit Sep 2022Completed
Rough-in permit for fp-2022-002552
- General permit minor Aug 2022Completed
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.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2022Completed
Repair / replace ct, fai
- Zoning permit Jun 2022Issued
Limited lodging
- Zoning permit Jun 2022Issued
Visitor accommodations
- Zoning permit May 2022Issued
Limited lodging
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
8 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Exxon Rs 2 2183, 427 N Broad St (800 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,050 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
1,300 ft
Smithkline Beecham Pharmaceuticals 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
450 ft
Smaltz Building. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
50 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
600 ft
Math Civics and Sciences CS (600 ft), Parkway Center City Middle College (750 ft), The SD of Philadelphia Virtual Academy (1,000 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.5 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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