206 Brown Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 206 Brown Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 37 permits, 7 not closed, and 60 violations, 7 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 206 Brown Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
7 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 7 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2025Completed
Repair/replace ct, fai md & 1" wdp
- Fire suppression permit Sep 2025Issued
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout an existing structure. installation to include 2" fire service line and 2.5" dc ames 2000ss backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Fire suppression permit Sep 2025Completed
Rough-in permit for fp-2025-001758 to install a new nfpa13 wet sprinkler system for a mixed-use building: 1st floor commercial, 2nd to 4th floor residential.
- General permit Jul 2025Completed
Shelter platform permit- erection of a sidewalk shelter platform as per engineered plans. see streets dept permit-sr-2025-029886. sidewalk shed/ overhead protection system at 212 brown street, philadelphia, pa 19123, to protect pedestrians while renovation work is going on overhead as per the stamped drawings.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2025Issued
For the installation of 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. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other work.
- Electrical permit May 2025Issued
Install new 400amp service with 4 meters, complete electrical fit out of commercial space and 2 apartments and install new addressable fire alarm system . all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72,2018 phila fire code. -noted: addressable fire alarm system req'd-
- Plumbing permit Apr 2025Issued
Install6 toilets, 6 tubs,6tory sinks, 2 kitchen sink, 2 washing machine,2 water heater,
- Commercial building permit May 2024Issued
For level ii alterations to an existing attached structure. alterations to include the erection of partition walls, repair/replacement of stairs, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvements throughout. for use as vacant commercial (use registration required proior to occupancy) on the first floor and for two (2) dwelling units above. all work to be done per approved plans and documentation. ***************** separate permits to be obtained for all other work. ******************************************
- General permit minor Jun 2023Completed
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.
- Fire suppression permit Jan 2023Completed
For the removal of the existing 6'' backflow preventor and installation of a new 8'' backflow preventor in accordance with nfpa 13 and pwd standards.
- Zoning permit Dec 2022Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family
- Zoning permit Nov 2021Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family
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
Superfund site
2.8 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
14 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 801 805 N 2nd St, 801 805 N 2nd St (200 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
700 704 N Third Street and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,150 ft
American Freight Warehousing Co and 4 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
200 ft
St. John's Church. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
400 ft
138 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
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
1,950 ft
Kearny Gen Philip Sch (1,950 ft), Bodine William W HS (1,950 ft), Young Scholars CS (2,600 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.2 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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