215 Manheim Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 215 Manheim Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 16 permits, 1 not closed, and 49 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 215 Manheim Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Aug 2026Completed
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with 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. this application was reviewed under the 2021 imc.
- Electrical permit Aug 2026Completed
Electrical permit for combo cp-2026-003045
- Plumbing permit Aug 2026Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo cp-2026-003045
- Commercial building permit Jul 2026Completed
For a level ii interior alterations (no change in occupancy ) to the first floor of an existing structure. all work to be done per approved plans.** if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work**iebc 2018**existing building fully sprinklered** separate permits required for all other work**
- Plumbing permit Jun 2025Completed
New 1 inch water service, curb trap, fresh air inlet & main drain.
- Electrical permit May 2025Completed
Rewire for duplex per drawings. add 300 amp service and 3-gang meter bank as per 2017 nec.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2025Completed
For the installation of hvac appliances, grds, bathroom and clothes dryer exhausts, and associated ductwork throughout a two-family dwelling as per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 imc. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. see rp-2025-001886 for associated building permit.
- Plumbing permit May 2025Completed
Add new water and drain lines for duplex, 2 bathtubs, one standing shower, 2 kitchen sinks, 4 vanity sinks, 2 washers, 3 floor drains
- Residential building permit Mar 2025Completed
For level iii alterations with partial change of occupancy (no change of occupancy classification, group r-3 to group r-3) to create a two-family dwelling within an existing semi-detached three (3) story building as per approved plans. existing building not required to be sprinklered. *2018 iebc review* *separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work* **underpinning is not part of this permit**
- Zoning permit Jun 2023Completed
For the erection of a deck at the rear of an existing semi-detached structure. for two-family household living. size and location as shown on application/plan.
- 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.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2022Completed
Install new 3/4" copper line from water main to existing curb stop
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Sunoco 0363 3799, 100 W Queen Ln (1,550 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
250 ft
Oshun Family Services Center and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,850 ft
Cage Graphic Arts. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
50 ft
Watson, Sally, House. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
Radon potential
High
Average indoor levels here can exceed 4 pCi/L, EPA's action level. A $15 test kit settles it before you buy.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
800 ft
Kelly John B Sch (800 ft), Fitler Academics Plus (900 ft), Mastery CS John Wister Elementary (2,850 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
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