2016 Race Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2016 Race Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 9 permits, all closed, and 20 violations, 10 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 2016 Race Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out. 10 open violations.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2021Completed
For the installation of a direct vent fireplace, per manufacturer's specifications.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2021Completed
Installation of a unico high velocity heat pump system with new ductwork, 11 mini (2") supply outlets. one return grill. 36,000 btu.
- Electrical permit Feb 2021Completed
2nd flr bath-demo wires as needed. install 3 switches, 2 gfi recepts, 3 cust. sup. light fixtures, 2- 4" led recessed lights, install 20 amp gfi protected line for receptacles. supply and 3 install motion sensor led lights in closet. install 15 amp afci line for lighting, wiring down to basement sub box. back bedroom-demo, rewire 2 switches, 1 exist. light fixture, install 2 on new wall afci protected recept. 2nd flr closet hallway-supply and install 2-4" led recessed, 2 three-way switching, supply and install dimmer, run circuit for future ac zone 30 amp as per 2014 nec
- Plumbing permit Jan 2021Completed
New rough plumbing in existing bathroom to include new drain & water lines to 1 toilet, 1 lav sin, 1 tub/shower. installation of new toilet, 1 lav sink & 1 tub/shower.
- Residential building permit Jan 2021Completed
Ez permit standards alterations (philadelphia historic commission) - for alterations to an existing philadelphia historic property - one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work any modifications 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, electric and plumbing. this permit is for the alterations approved by the philadelphia historic commission as follows - interior alterations. bathroom/bedroom renovation. no work to exterior. no work in the basement.
- Alteration permit Oct 2014Completed
All wood front door slab in existing wood frame as per attached drawing approved by the historical commission(sfd)
- Alteration permit Jun 2011Completed
Remove and replace loosed brick of shared chimney. repair small staging platform in same area.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2010Completed
Remove existing 1" water meter install new spreader for 5/8x3/4 meter
- Plumbing permit Sep 2007Completed
Replace shower stall drain trap
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Police Site 014, 2001 Pennsylvania Ave (1,450 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,250 ft
National Publishing Co and 3 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
Franklin Institute Science Museum and 1 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
700 ft
Russell Byers CS (700 ft), Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS (1,400 ft), Freire CS (1,850 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.9 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Ask for the latest maintenance bill from a winter month, not a summer one: that's where the real cost of living there shows up.
- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
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