2129 Reed Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2129 Reed Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 16 not closed, and 60 violations, 13 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 2129 Reed Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
16 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 13 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2026Issued
Installing 1 hose bibb, 1 hot water heater, 1 kitchen sink, 1 laundry sink, 3 lavatories, 1 roof drain, 2 shower/tubs, 1 sump pump & 3 water closets.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2026Issued
Ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. additional permits may be required.
- Electrical permit Apr 2026Issued
Provide new wiring through-out according to the nec standard with hardwired smoke detectors. providing new 200amp emergency disconnect and arc fault breakers adding to an existing 200amp service.
- Fire suppression permit Mar 2026Issued
For the installation of a new fire suppression system and 1” combined service in accordance with nfpa 13d throughout the entire building. all work shall comply with the approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2026Issued
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances - for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. replace existing furnace only, in like and kind, using existing ductwork
- Residential building permit Feb 2026Issued
For the erection of an attached structure for use as a single-family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geotech report. (underpinning not a part of this permit). separate permits required for sprinkler (nfpa 13d) work. energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c/o submittal of air barrier checklist and envelope testing certificate is required. both to be completed by an approved party.
- Zoning permit Apr 2025Issued
For the partial demolition of the existing structure. for the addition of a roof deck and pilot house above the third floor level. size and location per plans. no roof deck to be located within the required front setback.
- Demolition permit May 2023Completed
Sub demolition permit for 641252. for the complete demolition of a sfd as part of the city of philadelphia demolition program. *add'l specs: replace front sidewalk. install insulation and sheathing c/w 2118 earp st. if necessary. (2) stucco c/w 2118 and 2122 earp st. install erosion control mat with topsoil and seed.
- Plumbing permit May 2023Completed
Created from demolition permit dp-2023-000590. lateral seal
- General permit minor Oct 2022Completed
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.
- General permit minor Feb 2022Expired
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.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jan 2022Expired
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances - for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. each hvac unit to be self-contained within each dwelling unit. no penetrations of rated assemblies. (replace gas furnace 80% efficient, 70,000 btu).
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Brownfield site
800 ft
Point Breeze Habitat For Humanity 2238 Latona Street and 9 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,650 ft
Sea Gull Lighting Products Inc and 5 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
First Federal Savings & Loan Association of Philadelphia. 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
1,900 ft
McDaniel Delaplaine Sch (1,900 ft), Childs George W Sch (2,400 ft), Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy (2,850 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.4 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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