2130 Arch Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Is 2130 Arch Street in a flood zone?
- Yes. FEMA maps it in Zone AE, a high-risk flood area. Federally backed lenders require flood insurance.
- Does 2130 Arch Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 54 permits, 3 not closed, and 38 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 2130 Arch 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
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Electrical permit Apr 2025Completed
Disconnect and reconnect three (3) hvac crac units including new roof condensers. includes new fire alarm devices and vesda for the units-2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2025Completed
For a new mechanical system installation. 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.**
- Electrical permit Aug 2024Completed
Removing 4- 120 volt outlets and 3 data outlets in wall that is being removed
- Commercial building permit Jul 2024Completed
For level 2 alteration which includes the removal of a wall, the addition of two wing walls, and updates to finishes to the existing space as per approved plans. separate permits required for mep work.
- Electrical permit Nov 2023Completed
Furnish and install (4) bollard lights and (2) post lights with gfi receptacles to existing roof deck with (2) dedicated 20amp circuits. as per nec 2017
- Commercial building permit Oct 2023Completed
For the reinforcement of an existing deck. **structural alteration to be included ** exterior work only**
- General permit Sep 2023Completed
For the erection of three (3) statically illuminated wall signs. sizes and locations as shown on application/plan. all work to be done in accordance with the 2018 ibc. separate permit required for electrical work.
- Electrical permit Sep 2023Completed
Furnish and install additional fire alarm devices at roof deck and elevator lobby as required for a code compliant system. all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72.
- Electrical permit Jul 2023Completed
Furnish & install exterior egress lighting at roof deck. **no fire alarm on this permit**
- Zoning permit Jun 2023Completed
Erection of three flat wall signs accessory to an existing educational facility on an existing structure, size and location as shown on plan.
- Commercial building permit Jan 2023Completed
For the legalization of the erection of a roof deck addition above an existing three (3) story structure to comply with violation case # cf-2022-092827. roof deck accessory to existing group i-4 day care center. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 ibc. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. if site conditions vary, contact design engineer prior to start of work. see zp-2022-004978 for zoning approval.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2022Completed
Install curb trap, fai, & bringing 6" lateral sanitation lines to tie in within 5 feet of the foundation wall of bldg.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
FEMA flood zone
Zone AE
Special Flood Hazard Area: a 1% or higher chance of flooding each year. Lenders backed by federal programs require flood insurance here. Ask for the elevation certificate and an insurance quote before you commit.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (FIRM)
Leaking fuel tanks
5 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Budget Rent A Car Sys 4803, 2101 Market St (700 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
2,350 ft
National Publishing Co and 2 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
150 ft
The BIOSIS Headquarters Building and 2 more listings close by. 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
1,100 ft
Russell Byers CS (1,100 ft), Freire CS (1,250 ft), Greenfield Albert M Sch (1,350 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.7 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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