1774 Waterloo Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1774 Waterloo Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 15 not closed, and 60 violations, 13 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 1774 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
15 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 13 open violations.
- Zoning permit Jun 2025Issued
For a third-floor addition over existing two-story portion and for a rear three story addition to an existing single family attached structure, size and location as shown on the plan.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2025Completed
Replace 3/4 water supply from, curb to meter
- Residential building permit Apr 2024Completed
Make safe permit- to make safe as per submitted plans and as per engineer's report to replace damaged floor joists and to rebuild the rear portion of building to the same size to resolve case #cf-2022-039371.. 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-2022-039371.. 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."
- Plumbing permit Aug 2023Completed
Curb trap and fresh air inlet
- Zoning permit Jan 2023Issued
Limited lodging
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Sep 2022Expired
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. each hvac unit to be self-contained within each dwelling unit. no penetrations of rated assemblies. (install new 80 k btu and 8 diffusers).
- Fire suppression permit Sep 2022Expired
For the installation of an automatic wet sprinkler system throughout a three (3) story single-family dwelling to be served by a one (1) inch combined domestic & fire service line. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with nfpa 13d by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia. if site conditions vary, contact design engineer prior to start of work. see rp-2020-005944 for associated building permit.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2021Expired
Install new toilets, kitchen sink, tubs, and a dish washer, bathroom sink
- Plumbing permit Oct 2021Completed
Repair/replace yard drain
- Electrical permit Sep 2021Expired
Re-wire throughout, install new receptacles, switches, light fixtures, install 200 amp new service, and panel as per 2014 nec.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2021Completed
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. 3 ton electrical air handler, 3ton heat pump located in the backyard some ductwork
- Electrical permit May 2021Completed
Complete new wiring through out, 200 amps service. install outlets, lighting fixtures, switches, interconnected smoke/co detectors as per 2014 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
2.8 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 (1,200 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
500 ft
Frank Rouco 88 4 3433 85 and 39 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,250 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
Star Carpet Mill 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
650 ft
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS (650 ft), Moffet John Sch (850 ft), Adaire Alexander Sch (2,350 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
9.2 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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