1424 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1424 Chestnut Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 28 not closed, and 60 violations.
- 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 1424 Chestnut Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
28 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Zoning permit Sep 2026Issued
Assembly and entertainment
- Plumbing permit Jun 2026Completed
Install 3" backflow preventer.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2026Completed
For an alteration to an existing mechanical system. 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.
- Electrical permit May 2026Completed
Replacement in-kind of existing rooftop cooling tower and associated fan, pump & heater units as per 2017 nec.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2025Completed
Repair/replace ct & fai.
- Electrical permit Oct 2024Completed
Run new power from existing panel and install sub panel for 4th floor offices. install junction boxes, receptacles and floor boxes. install lights and motion switches for new offices and conference rooms. run new cat-6 plenum wire and install jacks, also install patch panel and provide power for it equipment. install transformer, new main breakers as per blue prints. installation shall comply with 2017 nec. run wires for fire alarm and install devices as per blue prints and 2016 nfpa 72. this contract for 4th and 8th floors.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Sep 2024Completed
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. for use as previously approved. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2024Completed
Cut into stack install a tee and run a new sink drain line and point of use water heater
- Administrative permit Sep 2024Completed
For a partial change in occupancy for 28 dwelling units 2nd and 3rd floor only.
- Zoning permit Aug 2024Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family; visitor accommodations
- Commercial building permit Aug 2024Completed
For level ii alterations at fourth floor and eighth floor of an existing business occupancy within an existing building, alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvments throughout. all work to be done per approved plans and philadelphia historic commission approval. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
- Zoning permit Apr 2024Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family
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
3.0 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Psfs Bldg, 20-26 S 12th St (1,550 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
950 ft
K And T Rail To Trail and 18 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,650 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility and 5 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
American Baptist Publication Society and 4 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
Independence CS (2,300 ft), Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS (2,350 ft), Russell Byers CS (2,600 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.7 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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