1535 Morris Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1535 Morris Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 30 permits, 12 not closed, and 60 violations, 8 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 1535 Morris 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
12 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 8 open violations.
- Electrical permit Jul 2026Issued
Install additional fire alarm devices in commercial kitchen area and attachment to hood to nfpa 72 and 2017 nec.
- Fire suppression permit Jun 2026Issued
Ez permit sprinkler relocation (nfpa 13)- for the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. relocate 5 existing sprinkler heads for tenant alterations
- Plumbing permit Apr 2026Issued
Alterations to existing restaurant. interior installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for listed fixtures. all materials shall be metallic to roof extension. venting to be designed and installed in accordance with section 919 philadelphia single stack vent system. all work to be installed in strict compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans
- Electrical permit Mar 2026Issued
Electrical fit out of 1st floor commercial space with existing panel- new outlets, switches and lighting in 825sqft space to nec code
- Fire suppression permit Feb 2026Issued
Ez kitchen fire suppression- for the installation of new wet chemical kitchen fire suppression system as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. install a wet chemical kitchen fire suppression system for a 11'-0" hood
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Feb 2026Completed
For the installation of a type 1 commercial kitchen hood (11'-0") and associated ductwork, fans as per approved plans. separate permits required for electrical and fire suppression work. **imc 2018**
- Commercial building permit Feb 2026Issued
For level ii alterations to an existing tenant space. for use as a business occupancy (sit-down restaurant). alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvments throughout. 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.
- General permit minor Mar 2025Expired
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.
- Electrical permit Aug 2024Completed
Installation of solar array in accordance with signed standard.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2024Completed
For the installation of hvac appliances, equipment, ductwork and registers/diffusers per approved plans and manufacturer's specifications. *2018 imc review*
- Zoning permit Jan 2024Issued
Eating and drinking establishments - sit-down restaurant; residential - household living - single-family
- Fire suppression permit Nov 2023Completed
For the installation of a two-inch fire service line, two-inch backflow preventer and fire sprinkler system in accordance with approved plans, hydraulic calculations and nfpa 13.
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
2.4 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: Meles Auto Care, 1410-12 Mckean St (1,550 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,450 ft
1621 Mckean Street. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,800 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
750 ft
Childs George W Sch (750 ft), Christopher Columbus CS (2,300 ft), Girard Stephen Sch (2,450 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.4 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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