1623 Walnut Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1623 Walnut Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 10 not closed, and 60 violations, 14 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 1623 Walnut Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
10 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 14 open violations.
- Zoning permit Jul 2025Issued
For the erection of one (1) non-illuminated wall sign above the second floor window sill of an existing structure, size/location as shown on the application/plans.
- General permit Jul 2025Expired
Shelter platform permit- erection of a sidewalk shelter platform as per engineered plans. streets department permit is required for sidewalk closure prior to the start work. temporary sidewalk overhead protection
- Site / utility permit Jul 2025Completed
Site / utility permit for cp-2024-001179
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2025Completed
For an alteration to an existing mechanical system. **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.** asbestos remediation required prior to start of work**
- Electrical permit Jun 2025Completed
Sow is to install a new cctv, ba, and access control system. 1. field verify camera locations with localcustomer to ensure proper placements. 2. run cat6 cable to every camera location. the cat6 isto be labeled accordingly at both ends, looped andneatly coiled above camera location.3. all cable to be run through low voltage raceway (nikebus strut system). leave pull-strings in all j-hooks, bridalrings, and nike bus strut.
- Electrical permit May 2025Completed
(242) category 6a cables for : data locations, register point of sale locations, and wireless points locations. each location will consist of category 6a cable, jacks and face plates.
- Electrical permit May 2025Completed
Install 36 speakers on walls and ceiling thru out store, 5 tv monitors on wall, small equipment rack for audio and video equipment, pull cable to speakers and tvs.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2025Completed
Install 1 drinking fountain and 1 breakroom sink per ppc.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2025Completed
For the installation of hvac appliances, equipment, ductwork and registers/diffusers per approved plans. see mp-2025-001599 for the remaining of mechanical work and air balance. *2018 imc review*
- Electrical permit Apr 2025Completed
Install fire alarm system according to the 2017 nec, 2016 nfpa 72 and per plans.
- Electrical permit Mar 2025Completed
Install branch circuits from main circuit breaker panel for tenant fitout. install wiring, recepacle outlets, lighting, switches and exit sign according to the 2017 nec and per plans. ************ separate fire alarm permit is require *****************
- General permit Feb 2025Completed
For the erection of one (1) non-illuminated wall sign. size and location as shown on the application/plans.
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
Leaking fuel tanks
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Hertz Rent A Car, 31 S 19th St (1,250 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,500 ft
K And T Rail To Trail and 18 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,150 ft
National Publishing Co and 4 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
150 ft
1616 Building and 4 more listings close by. 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
1,850 ft
Freire CS (1,850 ft), Independence CS (1,900 ft), Russell Byers CS (2,250 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.6 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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