16 Willow Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 16 Willow Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 14 permits, 5 not closed, and 5 violations, 3 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 Willow Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Demolition permit Aug 2022Completed
For partial demolition of an existing structure. structures to be demolished by a combination of hand-held and mechanical equipment. pedestrian protection to be in place prior to start of work and to be maintained during all demolition activities. * a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required in accordance with section 3306 of the ibc. separate building and/or streets department permits are required. * 21 day posting and notice required per a-303.2 * newly exposed walls to be treated
- General permit minor May 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.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2022Expired
Seal lateral
- Commercial building permit Dec 2021Expired
New construction of a 23 story high-rise structure with attached 3-story parking garage structure to include accessory roof deck for use as shell commercial space (use registration & fit-out permits required prior to occupancy) and three hundred ninety-seven (397) dwelling units with accessory parking garage as per approved plans. building to be fully sprinklered per nfpa 13 and include standpipes per nfpa 14. *2018 ibc* **separate permits required for mep & fire suppression work** amendment approved 6/30/23 amend new construction permit cp-2021-005771 for changes to building layout and structural system as per approved plans.
- Commercial building permit Dec 2021Expired
For partial demolition and reconstruction of the one-story building as per approved plans. shell building, separate permit required for fit-out. asbestos to be removed prior to start of other work. amendment to include revised structural steel design. revised facade structural support as per approved revised plans.
- Zoning permit Nov 2021Issued
For complete demolition of existing structure on the lot, and erection of semi-dettached structure with interior parking garage and roof access structures. size and location as shown in the application / plans.
- Zoning permit Aug 2021Expired
For a conditional approval with the following: applicant required to submit an application to city planning commission for civic design review process and a final approval required prior to apply for final zoning use permit. for demolition of existing structure on the lot and erection of semi-dettached structure with interior parking garage and roof access structures. size and location as shown in the application / plans.
- Administrative permit Oct 2019Completed
Temporary construction/ installations for vans event to take place from october 10th, 11th 12th and 13th,2019, schedule of days & times of event noted on a separate letter. request for temporary certificate of occupancy for event. attached documents: engineer's letter & stand pipe and fire alarm certifications.
- Use permit Sep 2019Completed
Use building supplies and equipment in an existing (2) two structure space #a with previous approved uses. no sign on this permit
- Electrical permit Feb 2014Completed
New burglar alarm system in office and in warehouse space per 2008 nec (warehouse)installation to comply with articles 300.21, 725 & 800 of the 2008 nec.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2013Completed
Replace lateral at property (office bldg) pa20132141308
- Plumbing permit Aug 2013Completed
Replace curb trap and fai - main drain
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
Superfund site
2.5 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
13 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Snydermans Gulf, 250 N 2nd St (950 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,700 ft
700 704 N Third Street. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,100 ft
U S Department Of The Treasury U S Mint At Philadelphia and 5 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
2,700 ft
Kearny Gen Philip Sch (2,700 ft), Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (3,200 ft), Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS (3,650 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.9 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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