1736 Spruce Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1736 Spruce Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 38 permits, 9 not closed, and 39 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 1736 Spruce Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate 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 minor Oct 2026Issued
**existing philadelphia historic property** ez interior demolition- for the interior demolition on non-bearing partition wall and ceilings as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. no exterior work permitted as part of this permit. interior work only allowed.
- Zoning permit Jun 2026Issued
Eating and drinking establishments - sit-down restaurant
- Commercial building permit May 2026Issued
Level i exterior alterations (no change of occupancy/no interior work) for brick pointing and exterior painting as per approved plans and phc approval.
- Zoning permit Mar 2026Issued
Vacant; residential - household living - multi-family; visitor accommodations
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Dec 2024Completed
For hvac system alterations in dwelling unit #6 only as per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 imc. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. if site conditions vary, contact design professional prior to start of work. see cp-2024-001357 for associated building permit.
- Commercial building permit May 2024Completed
For interior alterations to existing structure to convert existing commercial space to dwelling unit (total of six (6) units), to include interior partitions with two-hour stair enclosure and one-hour fire separation between dwelling units and floor/ceiling assmeblies, and interior finishes, as per approved plans. **amendment 11/25/24 to correct plans.**
- Electrical permit Jul 2023Completed
Bathroom renovation new electrical as per 2017 nec code. new wiring for switches receptacles and lighting.
- Electrical permit Jun 2023Completed
Replace the outdated communication unit in the basement. install new napco radio unit. reprogram fire alarm control panel and radio. check for proper reporting. relocate manual pull closer to doorway. replace obsolete horn/strobe in the basement as per nfpa 72
- Plumbing permit Jun 2023Completed
Second floor bathroom renovation with tub, shower, toilet and double vanity
- Residential building permit May 2023Completed
Ez permit standards alterations for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes any modification to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations, underpinning and excavations (i.e., digging in basement). any work/alterations to the basement/cellar are expressly prohibited unless documented as an existing habitable space with heights and means of egress per conditions of the ez standard. separate permits required for mechanical, electric and plumbing, etc. no work to exterior. no work to windows or exterior doors as per phc approval. *no basement alterations of any kind were proposed or approved for this permit* *no structural alterations of any kind were proposed or approved for this permit* alterations to an existing single-family residence in compliance with the ez standards for alterations. work to include the remodeling of one bathroom located on the second floor. no structural work and no work in the basement.
- Commercial building permit Dec 2022Completed
To comply with violation cf-2021-116340 to include repairs/replacement of exterior windows as per approved plans. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801. separate permits required for additional alterations not addressed in approved plans.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2022Completed
Installing 5 fixtures
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
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: Penn Med Rittenhouse Main Bldg, 1800 Lombard St (800 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
2,600 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
Plays and Players and 1 more listings close by. 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
1,150 ft
Independence CS (1,150 ft), Freire CS (2,000 ft), Greenfield Albert M Sch (2,500 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.4 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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