1504 Brown Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1504 Brown Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 48 permits, 1 not closed, and 35 violations, 2 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 1504 Brown Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Commercial building permit Jun 2024Completed
For a facade improvement to an existing structure. all work to be done per approved plans. **if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work. **separate permits to be obtained for all other work.**
- Electrical permit May 2024Completed
Install 400 amp service --rewire outlets + switches as per 2017 nec. install new fire alarm system as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2024Completed
Install 4 water closets, 4 lavatories, 4 shower/tubs, 4 kitchen sinks, 4 dishwashers, 2 floor drains and 4 hot water heaters according to the 2018 ppc and per plans.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 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.
- Fire suppression permit Nov 2023Completed
For the installation of a new fire suppression system designed per nfpa 13r standard with a 2 inch fire service line and sprinkler layout as per plans.
- Commercial building permit Nov 2023Completed
For the legalization of work performed on the roof structure of an existing structure. **roof structure only**
- Commercial building permit Sep 2023Completed
For level iii alterations and change in occupancy for existing building. building to be fully sprinklered with nfpa 13r. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire suppression. *amend 11-27-23 to include repair/replacement of floor joists per amended plans* *amend 11-1-24 to remove development tax exemption*
- General permit minor Aug 2023Completed
Ez interior demolition- for the interior demolition on non-bearing partition wall and ceilings as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations; including underpinning, excavation and removed of foundation slab. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk and street closures.
- Zoning permit May 2023Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family
- Plumbing permit Aug 2018Completed
Replace house trap & fresh air inlet pa20182353090 "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 Oct 2016Completed
Replace fire alarm panel and smoke detectors and 3 horns. as per nfpa 72 (cc district)
- Electrical permit Oct 2016Completed
Install 19 recessed light fixtures, dryer line, 1 lines for kitchen counter, dishwasher range hood, microwave and hvac line in each of 6 units, existing 400amp service to remain as per 2008 nec (cc district) no fire alarm on this permit
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
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 823 N Broad St Bp, 823 N Broad St (800 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
450 ft
1521 1539 Parrish Street and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,000 ft
Smithkline Beecham Pharmaceuticals and 1 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
500 ft
People for People CS (500 ft), Franklin LC (1,100 ft), Science Leadership Academy (1,300 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.8 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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