1502 Dickinson Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1502 Dickinson Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 38 permits, 2 not closed, and 54 violations, 5 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 1502 Dickinson Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 5 open violations.
- Plumbing permit May 2025Completed
3/4" half water service from curbstop to meter connection curb in
- Plumbing permit May 2025Completed
Replacing house trap and fresh air inlet
- Plumbing permit Jun 2023Completed
Install toilet, vanity, tub and shower diverter, kitchen sink faucet, washer box and hot water heater in 3 units. total of 18 fixtures
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2022Completed
For the installation of hvac appliances, equipment, ductwork and register/diffusers per approved plans and manufacturer's specification.
- Electrical permit Apr 2022Completed
Install complete fire alarm system with low frequency sound in living rms and bedrooms ,tamper switch, flow switch. all work is to be done according to approved drawings.2017 nec ,2016 nfpa-72,2018 phila fire code.
- Electrical permit Feb 2022Completed
Install new 400 amp service along with 100% rewire of 3 apartment units. each unit having its own sub panel in the unit with a house panel located in the basement. wiring to be done according to drawings and 2017 nec.
- Plumbing permit Jan 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.
- Fire suppression permit Jul 2021Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13r throughout an existing structure to include 2 " main fire service line and 2-1/2" dc ames 2000 ss backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia. amended as of 6/11/2022 for an update to the backflow prevention system to include one with a slow closing mechanism ( 2-1/2" dc wilkins 350 a).
- Fire suppression permit May 2021Completed
Rough-in permit for fp-2021-001440 (cp-2020-006008)
- Commercial building permit Apr 2021Completed
For the interior alterations of an existing three (3) story building to include three (3) dwelling units, and for enclosing existing rear 2nd and 3rd floor balcony and erection of an accessory roof deck with roof access structure. building to be sprinklered per nfpa 13 throughout. size and location as shown in application/plan. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. **separate permits required for mep and fire suppression work.** **iebc 2018** amended as of 7.12.2021: building to be sprinklered per nfpa 13r throughout. amended as of 6.17.2022: for the removal of roof deck and roof deck access structure. amended as of 3.24.22023: for the addition of a roof hatch and removal of walls and partitions in the basement.
- Zoning permit Jul 2020Completed
For enclosing existing rear 2nd & 3rd floor balcony and erection of an accessory roof deck (for residential use only) with roof access structure as part of an existing attached structure. size and location as shown in the application /plan.
- Commercial building permit May 2020Expired
Repair of building shell and floor framing. vacant structure no occupancy under this permit
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.5 mi
Publicker Industries Inc. (Deleted NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Tasker Village, 1532 S 16th St (450 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,300 ft
1621 Mckean Street. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,600 ft
Philadelphia Ship Repair Llc and 2 more within a mile. 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
800 ft
Childs George W Sch (800 ft), Christopher Columbus CS (1,500 ft), Fanny Jackson Coppin Sch (2,100 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.6 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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