1950 Sansom Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1950 Sansom Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 29 permits, 3 not closed, and 30 violations, 1 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 1950 Sansom Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- General permit Dec 2024Completed
For the installation of one (1) statically illuminated wall sign as per approved plans. separate permit required for electrical work.
- Commercial building permit Nov 2024Completed
Level ii alterations (no change of occupancy) for renovations to existing roof deck at the fourth floor level of an existing high-rise building to construct outdoor bar and planter area s per approved plans. existing building fully sprinklered and includes standpipes. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required for any mep work**
- Fire suppression permit May 2024Completed
Ez kitchen fire suppression- for the installation of new wet chemical kitchen fire suppression system as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. install ul 300 fire suppression system
- Plumbing permit Mar 2024Completed
Install 1 glasswasher, 1 dishwasher, 1 bar sink, 1 icemaker, 4 hand sinks, 1 mop sink, 2 hot water heaters, 2 compartment sinks, 2 prep rinse sinks, 1 kitchen sink, 4 water closets, 3 lavatories, 10 floor sinks, 8 floor drains and 2 grease interceptor according to the 2018 ppc and per plans.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2024Completed
For the installation of new hvac appliances, grds, and associated ductwork and for the installation of two (2) type 1 and one (1) type 2 commercial kitchen exhaust hoods with associated exhaust fan, makeup air system, and ductwork.. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 imc and phc approval. appliances to be installed in accordance with manufacturer specifications. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. if site conditions vary, contact design engineer prior to start of work. see cp-2023-001923 for associated building permit.
- Fire suppression permit Jan 2024Completed
**ez permit sprinkler relocation (nfpa 13)** for the relocation of fifty-two (52) sprinkler heads to accommodate interior alterations to a ground floor restaurant tenant space as per attached standards and in accordance with phc approval. deviations from these standards will require submission of fire suppression system construction and site plans. all work to be done by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia. see cp-2023-001923 for associated building alterations permit.
- Commercial building permit Jul 2023Completed
For level ii alterations (initial fit-out) with change in occupancy at ground floor level of an existing building. tenant space to be fully sprinklered with nfpa 13. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire suppression. *amended 3/25/2024 per approved amemded construction documents*
- Zoning permit Mar 2023Issued
Personal services; eating and drinking establishments - sit-down restaurant
- Zoning permit Nov 2022Issued
Eating and drinking establishments - sit-down restaurant
- Electrical permit Oct 2020Completed
Install 1,ooo amp, 600amp, and fire pump services, 30 gang meter bank, wiring throught common areas and 30 units including lights , switches, controls, receptacles, hvac equipment etc. install a new fire alarm system throughout as per the 2008 nec & nfpa-72.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Sep 2020Completed
For the installation of an hvac mechanical system to include air handling units, air devises, diffusers/registers/grilles, and associated ductwork. appliance to be installed 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 permits required for all other work. no interior fit-out this permit.
- Electrical permit Sep 2020Completed
Rough-in permit for running of wire and placement of boxes in association with electrical application ep-5489
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: Hertz Rent A Car, 31 S 19th 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
2,400 ft
K And T Rail To Trail and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,850 ft
National Publishing 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
150 ft
Warburton House and 2 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
Freire CS (600 ft), Greenfield Albert M Sch (1,300 ft), Russell Byers CS (1,800 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.5 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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