16 Letitia Street, Philadelphia
technical data · neighborhood and transit
Quick answers
- Does 16 Letitia Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 9 not closed, and 60 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 16 Letitia Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
9 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Zoning permit Aug 2026Issued
Personal services
- Plumbing permit Jun 2026Issued
Install 3" backflow preventer
- Electrical permit Sep 2025Completed
Install new 800a 240/120v 1 phase service to replace existing, with 14 meters. 2. install a 200a panel for the future commercial space. the commercial space will be finished in future. 3. install a 200a panel for common space lighting, power and equipment. 4. install a 100a panel for each apartment, total 12 units apartment. 5. install lighting fixtures, convenient receptacles, and power to equipment for apartment and common spaces. 6. install new fire alarm systems
- Plumbing permit Jul 2025Completed
Supply and install new 2” domestic water line main to building supply new meter 2” meter (installed by pwd) supply and install new 6” storm sewer line main building supply and install (2) new 6” curb trap supply and install (1) new 6” sanitary line main to building supply and install (2) new 4” fresh air inlets
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2025Completed
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. 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. separate permits required for all other work. **subject to the following condition of approval from the philadelphia historical commission: exterior roof mounted mechanical equipment shall be placed in areas that are not visible from surrounding public rights-of-way.
- Plumbing permit May 2025Completed
Replacement of 40 gal gas water heater
- Plumbing permit Mar 2025Completed
Interior alterations to mixed use building. installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for 82 fixtures. all work performed in compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans.
- Fire suppression permit Mar 2025Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout the building to include 4" main fire service line with 4" wilkins 350ast backflow prevention assembly and two (2) standpipe risers complying with nfpa 14 as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Fire suppression permit Mar 2025Completed
Rough-in permit for fp-2025-000358 install new 4" fire service from street to building supply and install all required sprinklers per nfpa 13 supply and install all required piping, hangers and fittings per nfpa 13 supply and install new 4" city-approved backflow preventer supply and install standpipes in stair towers supply and install new fire department connection supply and install all required bells, tampers and flow switches
- Commercial building permit Sep 2024Completed
For a level iii interior alterations to include a change in occupancuy for a vacant commercial space [separate use registration permit required prior to occupancy] and a multi-family household living for twelve (12) dwelling units. work to inlude the front facade improvement . alterations also to include the selective demolition of existing partitions and the installation of new wall partitions, provide finishes and furnishings throughout as per approved plans. all work to be done per approved plans.** if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work**iebc 2018**existing building to be fully sprinklered per nfpa13** standpipe system in accordance with nfpa 14 to be installed in exit stairways.** new use registration required prior to the commercial space occupancy** separate permits required for all other work** amended as of 7/3/2025 for a slight layout modification in the basement area. ** amended as of 11/5/2025 per approved plans**
- Administrative permit Sep 2023Completed
For certificate of occupancy for business (animal services) in existing attached structure. no work this permit.
- Zoning permit Sep 2023Issued
Animal services
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
2.0 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Chem Heritage Foundation, 313 Chestnut St (950 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
2,100 ft
U S Department Of The Treasury U S Mint At Philadelphia and 7 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
400 ft
United States Custom House. 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
1,100 ft
Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (1,100 ft), National Constitution Center HS (2,550 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (3,100 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.4 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
Have you lived here? Share your experience.
Leave a reviewThe Address Story
Every address has a context. Read its story.
How much it costs to live here
Price, rent, mortgage, and the city's economic context, all in one place.
The money at this address
Renting, buying, and investing, on the same numbers. Enter the listing price to see all calculations.
Enter a rent and the yield calculation fills in on its own.
Loan calculator for this address
Enter the listing price. The calculation uses only your numbers.
Rough estimate, with a fixed rate. The bank's offer may include fees and insurance.
More on Letitia Street
All addressesViewing recommendations
What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- 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.
- Schedule a viewing on a weekday too, between 6:00 and 7:30 PM, the window when the building is busiest: neighbors, parking, elevator.
- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
Neighborhood recommendations are derived from public OpenStreetMap data and may be incomplete. Checking in person is still what matters most.
The year built, height regime, structure, and elevator for this address are being indexed right now, city by city. Save the page and check back: it fills in over time. If you live here, you can fill it in yourself in a minute by leaving a review.