2147 Ellsworth Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2147 Ellsworth Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 20 permits, 3 not closed, and 10 violations, 7 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 2147 Ellsworth 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. 7 open violations.
- General permit minor Oct 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.
- General permit minor Sep 2019Expired
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.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2017Completed
Replace water heater
- Electrical permit Aug 2015Completed
Wire addition 1st thru 3rd floor as per nec 2008 south district
- Plumbing permit Jul 2015Completed
Rough in drains and water lines for 3 full baths and 1 kitchen the installation will compy with the philadephia plubming code 2004
- Mechanical permit Jul 2015Completed
Install (2) hvac systems with ductwork (sfd)
- Addition permit Jul 2015Completed
Construct new 2 story addition, deck & pilot house for existing single family dwelling, associated alterations as per designers plans.
- Zoning/use permit Jun 2015Completed
For an addition at the 2nd and 3rd floor rear and a 4th floor addition and roof deck to an existing attached structure. size and location as shown on plans/application. structure for use as single family household living.
- Alteration permit Jun 2014Expired
Minor alterations to include new drywall ,new baseboard and crown molding
- Plumbing permit Jan 2013Completed
Replacing one for one 3-toilet, 3-lavs, 3-tubs and new pex water lines throughout (3fd)
- Alteration permit Jan 2013Completed
Applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standard for interior alterations, dated february, 2007. deviations from this standard will result in the revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties." separate permits required for plumbing, electrical and mechanical work
- Electrical permit Jan 2013Completed
Add kitchen gfci lines on each apartment,add hot water heater lines,3 cable tv lines,3 phone lines,add 2 baseboard htrs,8 new recepts as per 2008 nec (3fd)
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
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Mattei Arco, 2435 Washington Ave (1,350 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
850 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
1,850 ft
Sea Gull Lighting Products Inc and 7 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
1,550 ft
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy (1,550 ft), Stanton Edwin M Sch (2,600 ft), Childs George W Sch (3,250 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.6 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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