2017 Kater Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2017 Kater Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 55 permits, 5 not closed, and 18 violations, 2 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 Kater Street 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
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Zoning permit Aug 2026Issued
Limited lodging
- General permit minor Jul 2026Issued
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.
- Residential building permit Jul 2026Completed
For the legalization of the existing as-built rear-wall cladding encroachment condition associated with violation cf-2025-020679, as shown on the approved plans and supported by the submitted survey, structural report, and court-ordered mutual easement agreement. ** no other work included in this permit **
- Plumbing permit Oct 2025Completed
Curb trap, fresh air inlet, main drain.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Feb 2024Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances - for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. install 1.5 ton heat pump; 5 registers and 3 returns
- Plumbing permit Jan 2024Completed
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 Dec 2023Completed
New wire thru out lighting outlets switches smokes and co's 3 floor addition 2 bathrooms bedroom closet as per 2017 nec code
- Residential building permit Sep 2023Completed
For the erection of a two-story addition and the for the addition of a roof deck above the third floor roof. selective interior alteration. size and locations per plans. separate permits are required for all associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only.
- Zoning permit Jun 2023Issued
For the erection of two story additon and roof deck above an existing attached structure. size and locaiton as show on plans
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2023Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. replace existing unit only, in-like and kind, with new 24k btu heat pump and air handler. no new ductwork.
- Electrical permit Apr 2021Completed
Upgrade electrical panel< replace old 12 circuit 100amp panel to new 100amp 24 slot panel as per nec 2014
- Plumbing permit Apr 2021Completed
Full 3/4" water service going into property connecting onto existing meter.
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
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Penn Med Rittenhouse Main Bldg, 1800 Lombard St (1,150 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,250 ft
Grays Ferry Avenue Catherine Street and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,000 ft
Lerro Products Inc 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
350 ft
Anderson, Marian, House. 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
1,000 ft
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy (1,000 ft), Independence CS (1,900 ft), Stanton Edwin M Sch (2,050 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.1 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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