1729 Walnut Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1729 Walnut Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 9 not closed, and 60 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 1729 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
9 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- General permit Mar 2025Completed
Shelter platform permit- erection of sidewalk shelter platform 123 l.f. on s. 18th st. and 60 l.f. on walnut st. with the deck at 300 p.s.i. each as per engineered plans. streets department permit is required for sidewalk closure prior to the start work. sr-2025-028024 for streets dept. approval
- Fire suppression permit Dec 2024Completed
Ez permit sprinkler relocation (nfpa 13)- for the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. mk fire protection to relocate 37 sprinkler heads throughout permitted space
- Zoning permit Nov 2024Issued
Visitor accommodations; residential - household living - multi-family
- General permit Nov 2024Completed
For the erection of one(1) marque sign as per approved plans.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2024Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo cp-2024-002698 install 2 water closets, 1 mop sink, 2 floor drains, 2 lavatories, 1 drinking fountain, 1 hot water heater and 1 kitchen sink according to the 2018 ppc and per plans.
- Electrical permit Oct 2024Completed
Electrical permit for combo cp-2024-002698 electric: install 400a mdp,225a feeder panel,all lighting ,receptacles and low voltage.-per approved drawings -2017 nec. amendment: install fire alarm.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Sep 2024Completed
Mechanical / fuel gas permit for combo cp-2024-002698
- Zoning permit Sep 2024Issued
Permit for the installation of two illuminated accessory building identification signs; size and location as per application/plan.
- Commercial building permit Sep 2024Completed
For new construction of streetery per approved plans, code bulletin b-2201 and sr-2024-023724.
- Fire suppression permit Aug 2024Completed
For tie-in to existing six-inch fire service line and installation of fire pump, six-inch backflow preventer and fire sprinkler system in accordance with approved plans, hydraulic calculations and nfpa 13.
- Commercial building permit Aug 2024Completed
For a level ii interior alterations (no exterior work; separate permit(s) required for facade work, signage, and marquee/canopy) with partial change of occupancy to create a retail clothing store in existing space 1725 as per approved plans. existing building fully sprinklered. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required for mep & fire suppression work**no signs approved on this permit** **amended as of 2/18/2025 for a change in dprc-si nad special inspection items**
- General permit Aug 2024Completed
For the erection of one (1) accessory non-illuminated wall sign as per approved 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 (900 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,800 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
2,650 ft
National Publishing Co and 5 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
300 ft
Solomon House. 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
1,400 ft
Freire CS (1,400 ft), Independence CS (2,000 ft), Russell Byers CS (2,000 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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- The building has commercial space on the ground floor. Ask about their hours, check where the ventilation or refrigeration units are, and what time deliveries happen in the morning.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
- 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.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
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