2045 Spruce Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2045 Spruce Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 16 permits, 2 not closed, and 38 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 2045 Spruce Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Zoning permit Apr 2026Issued
**amendment 5/18/2026 to reprint permit** **amendment 5/15/2026 for the removal of roof deck access structure and roof deck.** for the partial demolition at the rear to be replaced with the erection of an addition at the rear, two (2) roof decks and two (2) roof deck access structures. size and location as shown in plan.
- Zoning permit Apr 2023Issued
Limited lodging
- Residential building permit Feb 2022Completed
Replacement of 6 windows as per details given and as approved by philadelphia historical commission.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2020Completed
Replace 3/4" water service ppc 2018
- Plumbing permit Apr 2020Completed
Replace 3/4 inch water service per 2018 philadelphia plumbing code.
- Alteration permit Oct 2018Completed
Repair of ,mansard roof, valleys, capping and misc flashing and connections to exterior millwork seperae streets dept permit required to close sidewalk
- Alteration permit Oct 2015Completed
Level i exterior alterations (no change of occupancy) to include facade renovation, removal of select deteriorated brownstone facade feature and replace with new castrone to match original size, profile and appearance. patch remaining brownstone facade as necessary, 100% repoint of brownstone facade and paint window trim and caulk window perimeters as per approved plans and phc approvals.
- Alteration permit Oct 2014Completed
Install temporary overhead sidewalk protection
- Alteration permit Nov 2013Completed
For the replacement of posts and railings for an existing roof deck on an existing structure. all work to be done per approved plans. separate permits required for all other work.
- Alteration permit Mar 2013Completed
For resolution of dept. of l&i case# 282032 for the replacement of existing wooden deck handrail with steel handrail bolted to existing decking & framing at roof of exist. four (4) story multi-family residential building; deck accessory to exist. single-family dwelling. height of handrail not to exceed 3'-6" above deck surface. all permitted work in accordance with plans approved by the city of philadelphia historical commission dated 01.22.13.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2011Completed
Repair on main drain (single family dwelling)
- Electrical permit Oct 2010Completed
Install 100a panel & wire condo unit per plans.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Texaco 14 045 0088, 23rd & Walnut (1,150 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
1,200 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
350 ft
Houses at 2000-2018 Delancey Street 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
1,450 ft
Greenfield Albert M Sch (1,450 ft), Freire CS (1,450 ft), Independence CS (2,400 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.3 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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