1920 Palethorp Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1920 Palethorp Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 50 permits, 25 not closed, and 60 violations, 7 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 1920 Palethorp Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
25 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 7 open violations.
- Commercial building permit Sep 2026Issued
For level iii interior alterations with a complete change in use and occupancy classification to non-separated groups b/m/s-2 artist studios / artisan industrial and wholesale sales & distribution (craft pickle manufacturer w/ accessory sales). building is not sprinklered. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2021 iebc. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. if site conditions vary, contact design professional prior to start of work.
- Electrical permit Jun 2026Issued
Knob and tube circuits replacement, installation of 12 recessed lights throughout the house and 200a main electrical system upgrade
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2026Issued
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. for the installation of hvac equipment including all registers and diffusers associated with ductwork. installation of 60k btu gas furnace, 92 % efficiency with 2 1/2 ton coil and condenser. condensing unit to be located on the backyard.
- Zoning permit Apr 2026Issued
Artist studios and artisan industrial.; wholesale, distribution, and storage - wholesale sales and distribution
- Plumbing permit Apr 2026Issued
Replace 7 fixtures & piping. 2 lav, 2 wc, 1 sh/bt, 1 kit, 1 was
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2026Issued
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. additional permits may be required.
- Electrical permit Mar 2026Issued
Home rewire as per 2020 nec code.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2026Issued
Installation of 4 water closets, 4 lavatories, 3 shower/tubs, 1 kitchen sink & 1 laundry outlet.
- Residential building permit Mar 2026Issued
For the erection of an addition above an existing attached structure, roof deck and roof deck access structure. size and location as shown in the approved plans
- Residential building permit Feb 2026Issued
- 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. separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work and the installation of heating/cooling appliances. 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; including underpinning, excavation, and removal of foundation slab. ***no work may be performed in the basement or cellar.*** separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work
- Commercial building permit Feb 2026Completed
Make safe permit- for (repair bricks at the top corner of roofline) to resolve case #cf-2025-121891. 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-2025-121891. “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.”
- Zoning permit Feb 2026Issued
For the erection of an addition above an existing attached structure, roof deck and roof deck access structure. size and location as shown in the 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
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
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Carter Donlevy Co, 135-141 W Norris St (650 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
650 ft
2001 03 N American St and 37 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,350 ft
York Metal Finishing Co and 6 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
Peter Woll and Sons Factory. 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
1,200 ft
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS (1,200 ft), Moffet John Sch (1,750 ft), McKinley William Sch (1,800 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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