216 Monroe Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 216 Monroe Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 34 permits, 2 not closed, and 6 violations, 1 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 216 Monroe Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Electrical permit May 2025Completed
Replace the 100 amp service with a 200 amp service, new surge protector, relocate the wiring 2 ft in the front bedroom and install a light, relocate an outlet in the basement. all wiring will be fished. as per nec 2017
- Electrical permit Sep 2024Completed
Supply and install 6 4" wac r4erar-w9cs led recessed light and 2 3way switches supply and install 6' of wac led tape and a switch for under cabinet lighting run a line for an electrical box, install a pendant fixture and a dimmer run a 120v 20a line for a garbage disposal run a 120v 20a line for a dish washer run a 120v 20a line for a refrigerator run a 120v 20a line for stove run a 120v 20a line for a microwave run 2 120v 20a lines for 4 gfci receptacles above counter (back splash)
- Plumbing permit Sep 2024Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo rp-2024-009101
- Residential building permit Aug 2024Completed
Ez permit standards alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work and the installation of heating/cooling appliances. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes any modification 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.
- Electrical permit Aug 2024Completed
Installation of rooftop mounted 3.52kw solar photovoltaic pv system according to the 2017 nec and per ez standard.
- General permit minor Jul 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. to use gaf timberline shingles in weathered wood. no work to front façade or cornice as per phc.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2023Completed
Replacing portion of main drain with new cast iron. replacing one yard drain and one combination cesspool/rain leader. replacing portion of two stack
- Plumbing permit Jun 2023Completed
Replacing 30' of cast iron drain line with new pvc pipe in basement. capping off washer connection in basement.
- Electrical permit May 2022Completed
Provide and install power and lighting for new kitchen, powder room, laundry room, two bathrooms, one bedroom and 2nd floor hallway lighting, as per 2014 nec.
- Plumbing permit May 2022Completed
Powder room fixture replacements lav sink, water closet kitchen relocate sink install new sink, faucet, dishwasher 2nd fl hall bath relocate water closet, lavatory sink, bathtub, waste and water lines 2nd fl master bath rough in new 3-piece bath consisting of water closet, lav sink, and shower laundry area - relocate washer box and sink as per ppc 2018
- Residential building permit Mar 2022Completed
For demolition of the rear sunroom, installation of eight (8) starbolts, and interior alterations throughout an existing three-story attached structure as per approved plan; for continued use as single-family household living. *separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work* **underpinning is not part of this permit**
- Plumbing permit Feb 2022Completed
Kitchen renovations- new kitchen sink, drain lines, garbage disposal and dishwasher installation.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
1.7 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 715-717 Passyunk Ave Site, 715-717 Passyunk Ave (1,300 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
750 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,400 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility and 4 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
1,150 ft
Meredith William M Sch (1,150 ft), Nebinger George W Sch (2,200 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (2,550 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.8 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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