128 Arch Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 128 Arch Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 12 permits, 9 not closed, and 50 violations, 3 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 128 Arch Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
9 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Fire suppression permit Jul 2026Issued
To install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout the basement and 1st floor to include four (4) inch main fire service line with a 4" ames 2000ss backflow prevention assembly and for the installation of a nfpa 13r automatic fire suppression system for the remaining portion of the building, and fire system to include the installation of class i wet standpipe in exit stairways complying with nfpa 14. all work shall be done in accordance with approved plans/ hydraulic calculations.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2026Issued
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. **subject to the following condition of approval from the philadelphia historical commission: locate as many vents as possible so they are not visible from mascher street. visible vents should be flush mounted with the facade.
- Plumbing permit May 2026Issued
Plumbing per plans
- Plumbing permit Apr 2026Issued
Repair/replace ct, fai, 2" wdp & 2" backflow device.
- Electrical permit Mar 2026Issued
Install:800-amp single phase service with 16-meter and panel, wire lights, switches, receptacles, smoke detector, exit and emergency lights, electric range, hot water heater, air condition outlets. installation of a fire alarm. **electrical permit req'd for fitout of commercial spaces -a service calc was not supplied for commercial spaces (vacant calc only) a new service calc will be needed for future uses**
- Commercial building permit Jul 2025Issued
For level iii alterations and change in occupancy (to higher hazard category). building to be fully sprinklered with nfpa 13 and 13r. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire suppression.
- Zoning permit Dec 2024Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family
- Zoning permit Oct 2024Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family; vacant
- Electrical permit Sep 2019Completed
Wire and install 3 outlets and 30' of track lights
- General permit minor Jan 2018Expired
Window installation permit - permit to comply violation on case #604969 to legalize the installation of new windows on the n. 2nd street facade of the building as per the approved philadelpia historic commission details. contractor to notify the philadelphia historic commission prior to the start of work and at completion. please contact the district building inspector for an initial inspection.
- Use permit Sep 2012Completed
Change of use to cafe. will add an office, a restroom, a kitchen area and a sales area.
- Alteration permit Nov 2008Completed
Door replacement with associated door opening alterations.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.2 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
5 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Snydermans Gulf, 250 N 2nd 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
Toxic release facility
1,650 ft
U S Department Of The Treasury U S Mint At Philadelphia and 8 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
Elfreth's Alley Historic District 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
1,450 ft
Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (1,450 ft), National Constitution Center HS (2,750 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (3,800 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.6 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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