2 Penn Court, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2 Penn Court have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 23 permits, 4 not closed, and 60 violations, 3 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 2 Penn Court at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Feb 2023Expired
Install backflow device
- Commercial building permit Jan 2023Completed
**make safe permit** for the repair and a minor demolition of the existing three (3) story masonry structure to comply with violation case # cf-2022-053691. all the repair work shall be done as per the engineering report provided by an engineer, licensed and registered in the state of pa. 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 . abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height if required. separate streets department permit for sidewalk closure if required. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case cf-2022-053691 .no work to front facade as per the instruction of philadelphia historic commission. 21 day posting & notice waived per a-303.2.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2022Expired
Install 3/4" backflow device
- Plumbing permit Aug 2022Expired
Install backflow device only
- Zoning permit Feb 2021Issued
For the erection of one(1) ez sign . size and location as shown in the application
- Use permit Dec 2019Completed
For a business and professional office at first floor in the same building with three(3) apartments above. no sign on this permit.
- Electrical permit Oct 2016Completed
Install fa system, per nfpa
- Use permit Jun 2015Completed
Use as making clothes and selling them
- Electrical permit May 2015Completed
Install 2 30 amp 240v receptacles for a taco warmer as per 2008 nec. (north district)
- Electrical permit Feb 2015Completed
Installation of new burglar alarm system,one door card access system and two camera cctv system per 2008 nec (office space)
- Alteration permit Sep 2014Completed
Repair / re-construction of exterior storefront per plans as approved by philadelphia historical commission. all other windows to be replaced within six (6) years with wood; phc to review shop drawings for approval. separate permits required for any electrical or plumbing work and right-of-way closures / encroachments during construction. no interior alterations are authorized by this permit.
- Alteration permit Dec 2012Completed
Improvements to storefront as per approved plans and plan review form. existing vinyl windows not covered in this permit.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
5 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Sunoco 0363 3799, 100 W Queen Ln (700 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
550 ft
Penn Garden and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,150 ft
Viz Manufacturing Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
250 ft
Grumblethorpe Tenant 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
High
Average indoor levels here can exceed 4 pCi/L, EPA's action level. A $15 test kit settles it before you buy.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
900 ft
Mastery CS John Wister Elementary (900 ft), Fitler Academics Plus (2,250 ft), Kelly John B Sch (2,600 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
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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