1927 Brown Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1927 Brown Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 50 permits, 6 not closed, and 53 violations, 4 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 1927 Brown Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 4 open violations.
- Residential building permit Jun 2026Completed
Make safe permit- for (repair loose brick and proposed 3 part stucco system to entire wall with finished sealant per engineer report on side exterior wall) to resolve case #cf-2024-070134.. 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-2024-070134.. “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.”
- Residential building permit Sep 2024Expired
Make safe permit- for (repair/replace loose brick and proposed 3 part stucco system to entire wall with finished sealant per engineer report on side exterior wall) to resolve case cf-2024-070134.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2022Expired
Complete 3/4" water service, main is in the footway amend please add new main drain to existing permit
- Residential building permit Nov 2021Completed
Build temporary supports as needed to perform work. install framing, solid blocking, and bracing. core ?? holes through masonry wall and existing floor joist to install star bolts. install ?? threaded rod and star bolt system using washers and nuts. patch and re-point exterior masonry wall surrounding anchor bolt with portland cement-based mortar. seal top of the star bolt anchor with high performance caulking. paint star bolts. the bottom gap of the anchor will be left open to release moisture. patch and prime ceilings. install helical wall ties as per engineering specs. exterior installation only.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2021Expired
Install 5" curb trap, 4" vent
- Plumbing permit Mar 2021Completed
Installing 22 fixtures & 2 washer machines
- Plumbing permit Mar 2021Completed
Exterior 2 family dwelling: installation of storm and sanitary, 2- 1'' combination of fire and domestic water, curb trap, fresh air inlet,
- Fire suppression permit Feb 2021Completed
Install new fire suppression system and two-1" combined service in accordance with nfpa 13d throughout the entire building. all work shall comply with the approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Electrical permit Jan 2021Completed
Install 200a service cable 3gang meter socket socket and grounding. wire throughout with outlets, switches, lights fixtures, c/o and smoke detectors for two family dwelling as per nec 2014 code
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jan 2021Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for mechanical work to include the installation as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. for mechanical work in a new two family dwelling to include the installation of [2] 80,000 btu 92% eff furnace, condensers with related duct work [8] registers as per attached standards
- Residential building permit Dec 2020Completed
Build new two-family dwelling with basement and pilot house and roof deck amended 8/19/21 to update special inspection agency
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Nov 2020Completed
Replace hvac system. remove furnace, install nat gas furnace 70k btu 80% . ductwork stays the same.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Amoco Sta Phila Ridge Ave, 1840 Ridge Ave (1,450 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
400 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
2,950 ft
Smithkline Beecham Pharmaceuticals. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
500 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
1,200 ft
Bache-Martin Sch (1,200 ft), Waring Laura W Sch (1,650 ft), Masterman Julia R Sec Sch (2,300 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.7 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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