1709 Carpenter Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1709 Carpenter Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 14 not closed, and 60 violations, 5 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 1709 Carpenter Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
14 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 5 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2026Completed
- approved plumbing repair work per ez permit standard for plumbing
- Electrical permit May 2025Completed
Installation of 8.36 kw dc rooftop solar system with battery back-up in accordance with attached ez standard
- General permit minor May 2024Completed
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 Jan 2024Issued
Amend domestic water line 1-1/2" new plumbing fixtures, bathroom, kitchens and house drain
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Dec 2023Issued
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork for a mixed use occupancy. 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 to be obtained for all other work.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2023Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo rp-2021-015885
- Plumbing permit Oct 2023Completed
Plumbing permit (water distribution) for combo rp-2021-015885
- Plumbing permit Oct 2023Completed
Plumbing permit (exterior building drainage) for combo rp-2021-015885
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Aug 2023Completed
Mechanical / fuel gas permit for combo rp-2021-015885
- Electrical permit Aug 2023Issued
Building a existing 200-amp panel, rewiring first & second floor and garage, installing sub-panel in each unit, complete grounding system with 2 ground rods, fishing wiring thru-out. installing arc-fault breakers, gfi's in all wet locations, switches, receptacles, recessed lighting, exterior lighting in front & rear, hard wire smokes as per 2017 nec.
- Fire suppression permit May 2023Issued
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13r throughout the building to include 2" main fire service line with a 2" backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Electrical permit Dec 2022Expired
Existing 200 amp panel, rewiring first & second floor and garage, installing sub-panel in each unit, complete grounding system 2 ground rods, fishing wiring thru-out, installing arc fault breaker, gfi's in all wet locations, switches, receptacles, recessed lighting, exterior lighting in front & rear, hard wire smokes as per 2017 nec
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
Superfund site
2.9 mi
Publicker Industries Inc. (Deleted NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Donatucci Kitchens, 19th & Washington Ave (900 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
150 ft
Lerro Products Inc and 6 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
350 ft
Stanton, Edwin M., School. 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
350 ft
Stanton Edwin M Sch (350 ft), Universal Institute CS (1,200 ft), Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy (1,400 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.9 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
- Ask for the latest maintenance bill from a winter month, not a summer one: that's where the real cost of living there shows up.
- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
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