1708 Mifflin Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1708 Mifflin Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 36 permits, 10 not closed, and 18 violations, 7 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 1708 Mifflin Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
10 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 7 open violations.
- Plumbing permit May 2026Issued
Alterations to mixed use building with addition. interior installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for listed fixtures. all materials shall be metallic to roof extension for piping located in and serving commercial space. venting to be designed and installed in accordance with the base venting code. no existing piping shall be provided in this building. all piping is new to foundation wall. all work to be installed in strict compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans
- Plumbing permit May 2026Completed
Installation of new sanitary building drain, curb trap, fresh air inlet and water service. we are adding an extra line because the existing line was used for storm water. that’s what the other permit was for.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2026Completed
Replace curb trap, fresh air inlet, and 2 rain leaders.
- Electrical permit Apr 2026Issued
Install 400 amp service with grounding. install (1) 225 amp mlo panel, (2) 150 amp mlo panels, and (1) 60 amp mlo house panel. install lighting, receptacles, smoke/co alarms, exit/emergency lights, and provide power to equipment as per 2017 nec. install fire alarm as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 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.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2026Issued
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.
- Fire suppression permit Mar 2026Issued
For the installation of a fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13r throughout second and third floor levels with 2” fire service and 2" backflow prevention assembly. all work shall comply with the approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2025Issued
Installation 2.5 bathroom 1 laundry, 1 kitchen, 1 hot water heater
- Electrical permit Aug 2025Completed
Interior rewire, install lights switch, receptacles, 200 amps service, hardwires smock detector according to current nec, electrician will install wires to the disconnect for hvac system, the equipments to be install for other contractor
- Residential building permit Aug 2025Issued
For alterations to an existing attached structure used as a single-family dwelling as per application/plan.
- Commercial building permit May 2025Issued
For a rear addition to a portion of an existing structure. work to include a level ii interior alterations for use as a vacant commercial space (separate use registration permit will be required prior to occupancy) and a two-family household living above. occupancy. alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings throughout. building to be sprinklered per nfpa13r for the residential portion. **all work to be done per approved plans. **if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work. ** separate permits to be obtained for all other work.**asbestos remediation required prior to start of work**
- Electrical permit Feb 2025Completed
15 amp afci circuit x3 20 amp afci circuit x2 15 amp duplex x10 20 amp gfci x1 light switch x5 light fixture x5 fish only per 2017 nec
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.5 mi
Publicker Industries Inc. (Deleted NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
8 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Meles Auto Care, 1410-12 Mckean St (1,350 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
500 ft
1621 Mckean Street. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
800 ft
Philadelphia Ship Repair Llc and 2 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
450 ft
St. Elisabeth’s Episcopal Church. 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
1,250 ft
Girard Stephen Sch (1,250 ft), Childs George W Sch (1,600 ft), McDaniel Delaplaine Sch (2,100 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.2 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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