1427 Shunk Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1427 Shunk Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 17 permits, 5 not closed, and 9 violations, 1 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 1427 Shunk Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Electrical permit Feb 2026Issued
Run new branch circuit , install new outlet , switches , light and smoke detector and carbon detector and new grounding system as per nec 2017
- Plumbing permit Feb 2026Issued
Installation of plumbing fixtures with piping. 2 lav, 2 wc, 2 sh/bt.
- Residential building permit Aug 2024Issued
For interior alterations and the construction of an addition, including a roof deck, to an attached single-family dwelling as per approved plans and in accordance with the 2018 irc. basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilites only. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of work. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work.
- Zoning permit Jan 2024Issued
The erection of an addition with roof deck and roof deck access structure above an existing attached structure. size and location as show
- Plumbing permit Feb 2023Completed
Repair/replace ct & fai
- Plumbing permit Apr 2018Completed
Replace 3/4" water service-pa1#20180941874-"self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Electrical permit Jan 2018Completed
Install 200amp service complete with ground, wire throughout building with outlets, switches, lights, fixtures, gfci, smokes and co detectors as per 2008 nec (south district)
- Mechanical permit Jan 2018Completed
Install 1.5 ton seer heat pump with 10kw heat package all related duct work dryer vent,kitchen hood vent, two bathroom fans with related duct work
- Plumbing permit Jan 2018Completed
1 kitchen,1.5 baths,laundry,1 dw and 1 garage disposal (sfd)
- Electrical permit Mar 2017Completed
New 200amp service complete and complete rewire with recepts,switches,lights,fixtures,smokes and co detectors as per 2008 nec (cc district)
- Alteration permit Mar 2017Completed
Interior alterations throughout, to include drywall throughout, sheetrock, moisture resistant drywall in the bathroom and kitchen, new windows and doors in existing opening. applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standard for interior alterations, dated january 2011. deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties. all subcontractors require separate licenses and insurance separate permits required for plumbing, electrical and mechanical work. no other work allowed under this permit.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2016Completed
Replace curb trap,fai and 5"lateral-pa1#20162742513-"self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.1 mi
Publicker Industries Inc. (Deleted 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: Fire Site 112, 2600 S 13th St (900 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,550 ft
Philadelphia Ship Repair Llc. 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
750 ft
Philadelphia Performing Arts CS (750 ft), Jenks Abram Sch (1,050 ft), Bregy F Amedee Sch (1,950 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
4.9 mi
Philadelphia International (PHL). Homes this close can sit inside the 65 dB DNL noise contour. Visit at peak hours and check the airport's noise map.
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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Ask for the latest maintenance bill from a winter month, not a summer one: that's where the real cost of living there shows up.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
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