2017 Blair Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2017 Blair Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 8 not closed, and 23 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 2017 Blair 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
8 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2026Issued
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo cp-2026-000878
- Electrical permit Jul 2026Completed
Electrical permit for combo cp-2026-000878
- Commercial building permit Apr 2026Issued
For a level ii interior alterations to an existing tenant space (to include a change in occupancy) . for use as a mercantile occupancy. alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings, and accessibility improvements throughout. building is not sprinklered. **all work to be done per approved plans. **if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work. **separate permits to be obtained for all other work.**
- Zoning permit Feb 2026Issued
Retail sales - food, beverages, and groceries
- Commercial building permit Oct 2024Expired
Make safe permit to resolve case #cf-2024-088660 to repair exterior walls, bilco door and roof assembly as per engineer’s report and approved engineer plans. 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-2024-088660.
- General permit minor May 2024Expired
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code, all references codes and standards, and the attached ez standard, where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. a separate permit from the philadelphia department of streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. all means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the philadelphia building code chapter 33 shall be in place prior to start of work.
- Electrical permit Feb 2024Completed
Install an 800 amp 120/208v/ 3 phase service, (17) gang meter bank, (16) 150 amp single phase panels & feeders, (1) 225 amp 3 phase panel & feeder, (1) 400 amp 120/208v/ 3 phase service. install a 100 amp 208v/ 3 phase service for the 20 hp fire pump. install wiring throughout the common areas, commercial shell space, & sixteen dwelling units, install lights normal & emergency, switches, sensors, receptacles, & smoke alarms. provide power for the mechanical, hvac, & elevator equipment. install a new fire alarm system & two-way communication throughout. all work in accordance with the 2017 nec.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2023Completed
Install 2" domestic water, 6" storm lateral and 6" sanitary lateral to include two house traps and two fresh air inlets
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Aug 2023Completed
For the installation of an hvac system in a mixed-use structure (shell commercial space (use registration & fit-out permits required prior to occupancy) and sixteen (16) dwelling units) including registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with the 2018 imc. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other work.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2023Completed
2 hub, floor drain,2 kitchen, hwh and pump
- Plumbing permit Feb 2023Completed
Rough-in 7 fixtures
- Commercial building permit Jan 2023Completed
Interior alteration to unit 5c of an existing structure. alterations to include the erection of partition walls and accessibility improvements all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 iebc and 2009 icc / ansi a117.1 standard. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. if site conditions vary, contact design professional prior to start of work.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.5 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: Palm Car Wash, 1870 Frankford Ave (350 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
450 ft
2200 E Trenton St and 23 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,250 ft
V S Philadelphia Galvanizing Llc and 7 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
950 ft
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS (950 ft), Hackett Horatio B Sch (1,250 ft), Kensington Health Sciences (2,100 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
9.4 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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