1827 Brandywine Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1827 Brandywine Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 26 permits, 5 not closed, and 33 violations, 2 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 1827 Brandywine Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Electrical permit Aug 2026Issued
Per the historical commission: no work to front façade as part of this permit. install new 300-amp service all work per approved plans
- General permit Jun 2026Completed
For the installation of one (1) double faced non-illuminated projecting sign per approved plans.
- Zoning permit May 2026Issued
For erection of one (1) non-illuminated projecting double faced accessory sign on existing structure. size and location as shown on the application / plan.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2024Completed
Replace curb trap, install new fai
- Electrical permit Apr 2024Completed
Installation of rooftop mounted 14.76kw solar photovoltaic pv system according to the 2017 nec and per plans.
- General permit minor Mar 2024Expired
**existing philadelphia historic property** for repair / replacement of roof covering(s) on existing roof(s) in accordance with the attached ez permit re-roofing standard. failure to comply with the attached ez permit re-roofing standard shall result in revocation of this permit. install a new layer of smooth torch down rubber over top of the existing roof (top main flat roof areas/solar areas only) with replacement of the roof drain and edge metal.
- General permit Mar 2024Expired
For the installation of roof mounted solar array with solar collector support structures 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 permit required for electrical work.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2023Completed
Repair/replace rainleader, ct & fai
- Electrical permit Jan 2022Completed
Install 6" old work recessed light in new location x12 install 2 in the entry hall install 2 in 2nd floor hall install 7 in the kitchen with a dimmer install one in the vestibule 100 amp 20 circuit sub-panel .5 x1 installation of whole house square d complete home surge protective (chsp) device x1 15 amp afci circuit x1 1st floor. 15 amp afci circuit x3 2nd floor 20 amp afci circuit x1 first floor new outlets to be installed 3rd floor front bedroom x1 3rd floor middle bedroom x1 3rd floor hallway x1 2nd floor front bedroom x6 2nd floor middle bedroom x5 2nd floor living room x1 (baseboard outlet) 2nd floor hallway x1 living room x6 dining room x1 entry hall x2 vestibule x1 15 amp duplex x24 20 amp duplex x1 light switch x9 bedroom #1 bedroom #2 bedroom #3 bedroom #4 bedroom #5 bedroom #6 bathroom living room dining room kitchen basement front door light back door light 3way light switch x6 2nd floor 1st floor light fixture (standard weight) x5 hallway bedroom #1 bedroom #2 bedroom #3 bathroom living room dining room kitchen basement front door light back door light door light x1 front door 4way light switch x2 2nd floor rear light fixture (lite weight) x4 hallway bathroom fish only as per nec 2014
- Administrative permit Nov 2020Issued
For certificate of occupancy for mixed use building. no work/alterations proposed or approved under this permit.
- Use permit Jun 2019Completed
Use as limited lodging home, along with previously approved two family dwelling and studio in an existing mixed use building
- Mechanical permit Aug 2018Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation if new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.replacement in same location and in-kind equipment
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
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Police Site 014, 2001 Pennsylvania Ave (1,500 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,550 ft
835 87 N 19th Street 1825 Wylie Street and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,650 ft
Smithkline Beecham Pharmaceuticals and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
750 ft
138 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
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
Waring Laura W Sch (350 ft), Masterman Julia R Sec Sch (850 ft), Franklin LC (1,600 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.4 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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