211 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 211 Chestnut Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 29 not closed, and 60 violations, 18 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 211 Chestnut Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
29 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 18 open violations.
- Fire suppression permit Oct 2026Issued
For the installation of a new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout an existing structure. installation to include 2" fire service line and 4." dc ames colt 200 backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Commercial building permit Jul 2026Issued
For level ii interior alterations at the 3rd and 4th floors to create six (6) new dwelling units. existing occupancy at the 1st floor and existing two (2) dwelling units at the 2nd floor to remain. for a partial change in use and occupancy classification to group r-2 (eight (8) units total). building to be fully sprinklered per nfpa 13. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 iebc and phc approval. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression work. see zp-2026-001741 for zoning approval of use change.
- Electrical permit Jul 2026Issued
Install service ,wiring throughout ,smoke alarms ,em.lighting. install complete fire alarm system. all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72,2018 phila fire code.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2026Issued
Alterations to mixed use building. interior installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for listed fixtures. all materials shall be metallic to roof extension for fixtures serving commercial space. venting to be designed and installed in accordance with section 919 philadelphia single stack vent system. all work to be installed in strict compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans
- Zoning permit May 2026Issued
For the installation of (1) accessory non-illuminated flat wall sign.
- Fire suppression permit May 2026Issued
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout the building, to include 4" main fire service line with a 4" ames colt 200 backflow prevention assembly and one (1) standpipe riser complying with nfpa 14 as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2026Completed
To replace a portion of welded grease exhaust duct associated with existing type i kitchen exhaust hood per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other work.
- Zoning permit Apr 2026Issued
Personal services - body art service
- General permit minor Mar 2026Issued
**existing philadelphia historic property** for replacement of existing exterior windows and/or doors in accordance with the attached ez permit windows & doors standard. failure to comply with the attached ez permit windows & doors standard shall result in revocation of this permit. rear window replacement. no work to front of building on strawberry st.
- Zoning permit Feb 2026Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family
- Zoning permit Sep 2025Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Aug 2025Issued
For installation of hvac appliances, equipment, ductwork and registers/diffusers per approved plans and manufacturer's specifications.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.1 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Merchants Exchange, 130 S 3rd St (550 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
2,100 ft
U S Department Of The Treasury U S Mint At Philadelphia 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
450 ft
United States Custom 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
850 ft
Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (850 ft), National Constitution Center HS (2,300 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (2,700 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.3 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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