2117 Carpenter Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2117 Carpenter Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 5 not closed, and 39 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 2117 Carpenter Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Zoning permit Oct 2024Issued
For the erection of a vertical addition on an existing structure to include a roof deck, roof deck access structure, and a rear deck. size and location as shown in plans.
- General permit minor Sep 2024Expired
Ez exterior wall coverings - for the applications of exterior wall coverings as per attached standards. deviations from these standards shall result in permit revocation and require submission of construction and site plans. 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.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2023Completed
Curb trap and fresh air inlet **amend** replace main drain
- Residential building permit Aug 2020Completed
For the construction of a roof deck in an existing two (2) family dwelling as per plan.
- Zoning permit Jun 2020Completed
For the erection of a roof deck in an existing two (2) family dwelling. size and location as shown in the plan.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2019Completed
Replace curb trap and fai-pa1#20193192876-"self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Administrative permit Jul 2019Completed
To amend previously approved permit #823017 to include change of framing plans, floor plans & section, as per plans.
- Mechanical permit Feb 2019Completed
Install 2 hvac systems duct works.for the installation if new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. (1) 2 ton 60k btu, (1) 3 ton 60k btu. (gas)
- Suppression permit Nov 2018Completed
For the installation of an automatic sprinkler system with a two (2) inch backflow prevention assembly with two (2) inch fire service main to serve a three (3) story above grade plane structure, with a roof deck. structure for use as a single-family dwelling. automatic sprinkler system installation in accordance with nfpa 13r.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2018Completed
Install 2 kitchen sinks 2 disposal 2 dishwasher 6 toilets 6 vanity 6 bath tubs 2 washers
- Electrical permit Oct 2018Completed
Install 1 3- gang, 200a service, 150- outlets, 60-light fixtures, 20- switches, 120v interconnected smoke alarms... in accordance with 2008 nec for a two family building
- Zoning permit May 2018Completed
Leagalize the construction ez permit decks- for new decks to an exiting one family dwelling as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.
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
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Mattei Arco, 2435 Washington Ave (1,550 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,000 ft
Jane D Kent Nursery School and 8 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,850 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
300 ft
Howell and Brothers Paper Hangings Manufactory. 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
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy (850 ft), Stanton Edwin M Sch (2,200 ft), Universal Institute CS (3,100 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.8 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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