2117 North Front Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2117 North Front Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 21 not closed, and 60 violations, 3 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 North Front Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
21 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Administrative permit Aug 2026Completed
**2021 iebc review** for a certificate of occupancy for a personal services body art services (group b) in a mixed-use commercial/residential building. no alterations work under this permit.
- Fire suppression permit Aug 2026Issued
For the installation of a fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13 throughout the entire building with 2” fire service, 2" backflow prevention assembly, and standpipes complying with nfpa 14. all work shall comply with the approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Fire suppression permit Jul 2026Completed
Rough-in permit for fp-2026-001557 installation of a fire sprinkler system in accordance with nfpa 13/13 (residential)
- Plumbing permit Jul 2026Issued
Installing 39 fixtures 8 hwh 9 lavs 9 toilets 6 ks 6 shower/tubs 1 washer
- Zoning permit Jul 2026Issued
Personal services - body art service
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2026Issued
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with the 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.
- Fire suppression permit Jun 2026Issued
Ez kitchen fire suppression- for the installation of new wet chemical kitchen fire suppression system as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. install pre-engineered wet chemical kitchen fire suppression system
- Plumbing permit Jun 2026Completed
6 inch storm 6 inch sewer 1.5 inch domestic
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2026Completed
For the installation of one commercial kitchen exhaust hood with a roof top exhaust fan and a make up air fan with supply/exhaust duct work for kitchen. all work shall be done per approved plans and manufacturer's specifications. separate permit required for all other work.
- Electrical permit Dec 2025Completed
New 200 amp, single-phase service, branch circuit wiring for 5 receptacles, 9 switches, 36 lights as per 2017 nec. install a fire alarm system as per the attached drawings and 2016 nfpa 72.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2025Issued
Interior alterations to existing restaurant. installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for listed fixtures connecting to existing metallic piping. venting to be designed and installed in accordacne with section 919 philadelphia single stack vent system. all work to be performed in strict compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Oct 2025Issued
For the installation of fuel gas piping system to be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. for use as previously approved. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.6 mi
Franklin Slag Pile (MDC) (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Carter Donlevy Co, 135-141 W Norris St (850 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
850 ft
Norris Square Civic Association and 29 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,750 ft
York Metal Finishing Co and 6 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
1,500 ft
Kensington Health Sciences (1,500 ft), Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS (1,600 ft), Hackett Horatio B Sch (1,650 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
9.5 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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