2132 Spruce Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2132 Spruce Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 53 permits, 9 not closed, and 43 violations, 2 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 2132 Spruce 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
9 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- General permit minor May 2024Expired
**existing philadelphia historic property** for repair / replacement of roof covering(s) on existing roof(s) in accordance with the attached ez permit re-roofing standard. failure to comply with the attached ez permit re-roofing standard shall result in revocation of this permit. historical commission approves this roofing application which include the changes uploaded on may 3rd (change order is date may 2, 2024). the roofing shingles will be certainteed carriage house georgian brick. **removal of asbestos required prior to commencement of work. investigator must be on site during demolition.**
- Electrical permit May 2024Completed
Rewire kitchen as per 2017 nec. install recessed lighting throughout 1st floor. replace all devices on first floor receptacles, switches, and cover plates. rewire any ungrounded circuits on 1st floor. add 30 amp line for new hvac unit and disconnect. no exterior work permitted as part of this permit per phc.
- Residential building permit Apr 2024Issued
For alterations to an attached single-family structure as per approved plans and in accordance with the 2018 irc. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work.
- Plumbing permit Jan 2024Issued
Installing kitchen sink and faucet for homeowner
- Plumbing permit Oct 2023Completed
Repair/replace md, ct & fai
- Residential building permit Jun 2023Expired
Remove and replace four existing windows. details as shown in the plan.
- General permit minor Dec 2021Expired
Ez permit re-roofing- for the installation of new roof coverings on exiting roofs as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. replace designated mansard roof and flat roof areas. shingles cetainteed belmont and flat roof is epdm. no sheathing
- Electrical permit Dec 2021Completed
Replace breaker panel for common electric with 12 circuit panel and make sure hallway lights are on panel. replace 100 amp disconnect in basement for 2nd floor front apartment, run new 100 amp sub feeder and install 100 amp 20 circuit breaker panel in apartment. 2nd floor front apartment kitchen, run arc fault circuits for refrig, dishwasher, disposal, range hood,2 countertop gfi outlets, island gfi outlet, gas stove outlet,1 general purpose outlet, switch,2 lights living room arc fault circuit, switch, light,6 outlets, hardwired smoke detector bedroom arc fault circuit, switch, ceiling fan,4 outlets, hardwired smoke/carbon detector.closet light bathroom 20 amp circuit with gfi outlet,2 switches,2 lights all wiring being fished!!!!! as per 2017 nec this is a multi family building!!!!!!!!!
- Residential building permit Mar 2021Expired
Ez permit standards alterations ? (philadelphia historic commission) - for alterations to an existing philadelphia historic property ? commercial mixed-use property as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work any modifications to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations, including underpinning, excavation, and removal of foundation slab. no work may be performed in the basement or cellar. separate permits required for mechanical, electric and plumbing. this permit is for the alterations approved by the philadelphia historic commission as follows - 'side mansard roof and return - gaf slateline dimensional shingles - antique slate color. no work to cornices or front roof, no work to windows or exterior doors as part of this permit, no work to the front fa?ade as part of this permit.
- Residential building permit Sep 2020Completed
Ez permit standards alterations – (philadelphia historic commission) - for alterations to an existing philadelphia historic property - one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work any modifications to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations; including underpinning, excavation, and removal of foundation slab. no work may be performed in the basement or cellar. separate permits required for mechanical, electric and plumbing. this permit is for the alterations approved by the philadelphia historic commission as follows - replacing front slate with shingles. carriage house color georgian brick. shingles were approved by historical commission. no sheathing to be replaced. installation as per manufacturers' installation instructions.
- General permit minor Mar 2020Completed
Ez exterior wall coverings- for the applications of exterior wall coverings as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. permit to repoint bricks as per the philadelphia historic commission.
- Alteration permit Nov 2018Completed
Ez permit windows & doors permit-remove & replace window sashes;three(3), only in bay, frames to remain. for the replacement of exterior windows and doors as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Texaco 14 045 0088, 23rd & Walnut (1,000 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,550 ft
Grays Ferry Avenue Catherine Street. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
850 ft
National Publishing Co 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
200 ft
Neill-Mauran House and 1 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
1,400 ft
Greenfield Albert M Sch (1,400 ft), Freire CS (1,700 ft), Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy (2,450 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.2 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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