1700 Wallace Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1700 Wallace Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 31 permits, 7 not closed, and 60 violations, 13 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 1700 Wallace Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
7 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 13 open violations.
- Electrical permit Oct 2026Issued
***per historical review scope: exterior fixtures (emergency strobes and horns) to be installed in mortar joints rather than drilled through brick.*** install 400-amp service interior wiring throughout the installation of a fire alarm; all work per approved plans
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2026Issued
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with 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.
- Fire suppression permit Apr 2026Issued
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout an existing structure. installation to include 2" fire service line and 2." dc wilkins 950 xlt3 backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2026Issued
Installing 1 1/2" water service, 5" curb trap, 4" main drain, 4" fresh air inlet installing 27 fixtures 3 hwh'6 lavs 6 toilets 3 ks 3 washers 6 shower/tubs
- Commercial building permit Nov 2025Issued
For level iii interior alterations and the erection of an addition with roof deck and roof deck access structure with a change in use and occupancy classification to a three (3) family dwelling (group r-2). building to be fully sprinklered with a nfpa 13 automatic sprinkler system. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 ibc. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression work. see sp-2025-000916 for associated site work (excavation) permit to lower the basement slab.
- Site / utility permit Nov 2025Issued
To increase the height of the basement by lowering existing basement slab. 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.
- Zoning permit Mar 2025Issued
For the erection of an addition at the rear with a roof deck and roof deck access structure above third floor of an existing attached building. size and location as shown on plans.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2025Completed
Replace 5" curb trap with fresh air inlet
- Plumbing permit Dec 2023Completed
Replacement of 38 gal electric water heater
- Plumbing permit Jan 2021Completed
Curb trap, fresh air inlet
- Electrical permit Aug 2017Completed
Replace defective light fixtures, switches and receptacles. check existing smoke alarms, ensure devices operating properly and make necessary repairs. install hard wired smoke detectors... per 2008 nec for a one family building
- Plumbing permit Aug 2017Completed
Repair/replace fixtures and small fixture wastes and water lines for a bathroom group and a kitchen sink and water heater.the installation will comply with the philadephia plubming code 2004
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: Hess 38228, 19th & Fairmont Ave (800 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,250 ft
835 87 N 19th Street 1825 Wylie Street and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,350 ft
Smithkline Beecham Pharmaceuticals and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
150 ft
138 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
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
600 ft
Waring Laura W Sch (600 ft), Masterman Julia R Sec Sch (800 ft), Franklin LC (800 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.6 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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