170 Herman Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 170 Herman Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 13 permits, 2 not closed, and 49 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 170 Herman Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Electrical permit Dec 2023Completed
Installation of rooftop mounted 4.05kw solar photovoltaic pv system according to the 2017 nec and per plans.
- General permit Dec 2023Expired
For the installation of roof-mounted solar panels in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with the 2018 irc. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permit required for electrical work.
- Demolition permit Mar 2023Completed
For the complete demolition of a sfd as part of the city of philadelphia demolition program. * add'l specs: replace front sidewalk. no stucco. clean and grade entire lot (property includes lot next to building.) install erosion control mat with topsoil ad seed on entire lot.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2023Completed
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.
- Suppression permit Dec 2012Completed
Install sprinkler system throughout in accordance with nfpa 13r and a new backflow as per plan.
- Administrative permit Oct 2012Completed
Amend permit #324052 to indicate as built; 1 hour, fire resistant barrier between dwelling units. building will be sprinklered in accordance with nfpa 13r.
- Electrical permit May 2012Completed
3 zone fire alarm as per 2008 nfpa 72 (multi family)
- Electrical permit Mar 2012Completed
Complete rewire throughout (5fd)(north dist)
- Alteration permit Mar 2012Expired
Remove all partition walls reconstruction of existing structure as per plan.
- Zoning admin review Jan 2012Completed
2nd and 3rd story addition as part of a five family dwelling.
- Use permit Aug 2011Completed
For use as a five (5) family dwelling within an existing detached structure, for the creation of five (5) accessory off-street parking spaces and for the erection of fences.
- Alteration permit Jul 2011Completed
Remove water damaged roof decking and shingles form 2nd roof in rear for sfd. install new 3/4" plywood and reshingle
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave, winter weather. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Sunoco 0364 1289, 6240 Germantown Ave (1,300 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
1,750 ft
Viz Manufacturing Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Radon potential
High
Average indoor levels here can exceed 4 pCi/L, EPA's action level. A $15 test kit settles it before you buy.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
1,650 ft
Roosevelt Theodore MS (1,650 ft), Emlen Eleanor C Sch (3,800 ft), Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary (4,350 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
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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