1738 Waterloo Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1738 Waterloo Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 2 not closed, and 60 violations, 10 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 1738 Waterloo Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 10 open violations.
- Electrical permit Jun 2026Completed
Install ev charger in private garage for residence no other work being done-fishing wires
- Administrative permit Feb 2025Completed
For certificate of occupancy for personal services (gym) in space b & c in existing structure. no work on this permit.
- Zoning permit Mar 2024Issued
Personal services
- Plumbing permit Nov 2023Completed
Plumbing permit (water distribution) for combo rp-2021-003957
- Plumbing permit Nov 2023Completed
Plumbing permit (exterior building drainage) for combo rp-2021-003957
- Fire suppression permit Jun 2023Completed
For the installation of a two-inch fire service line, two-inch backflow preventer and fire sprinkler system in accordance with approved plans, hydraulic calculations and nfpa 13r.
- Electrical permit Jun 2023Completed
New wire thru out lighting outlets switches smokes and co's 200 amp service as per 2017 nec code
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2023Completed
Mechanical / fuel gas permit for combo rp-2021-003957
- Plumbing permit Apr 2023Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo rp-2021-003957
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Nov 2022Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. gas line repair only
- Residential building permit Oct 2022Completed
For a make safe permit - for structural repairs to resolve case #cf-2022-019982. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2022-019982. separate permit required for sprinkler work. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion.
- Electrical permit Jul 2021Completed
Install outlets switches smokes and co's 200 amp service as per 2014 nec code finish work only with no wiring included
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
2.8 mi
Franklin Slag Pile (MDC) (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Carter Donlevy Co, 135-141 W Norris St (1,450 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
450 ft
Frank Rouco 88 4 3433 Xx and 37 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,450 ft
York Metal Finishing Co and 7 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
Quaker City Dye Works 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
600 ft
Moffet John Sch (600 ft), Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS (800 ft), Adaire Alexander Sch (2,200 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
9.1 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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