216 West Washington Square, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 216 West Washington Square have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 8 not closed, and 60 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 216 West Washington Square 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
8 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Commercial building permit Jul 2026Issued
For the repair to exterior building elements as shown on the approved plan. 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. **subject to the following condition of approval from the philadelphia historical commission: phc staff to review all masonry samples for final approval.
- General permit minor Jun 2026Issued
For the installation of new roof coverings on existing roofs as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. as per phc approval, no work to exterior windows and/or doors as part of this permit. no work to the front facade as part of this permit.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2026Completed
Replace 10 fixtures -toilet, tub, lavatory faucet fixtures in three full baths. **without piping**
- Commercial building permit Mar 2026Issued
For level ii alterations to an existing structure. alterations to existing restrooms to include finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvements throughout. for use as previously approved. all work to be done per approved plans. ***************** separate permits to be obtained for all other work. ******************************************
- Electrical permit Oct 2025Completed
Kitchen renovation to include new lighting, new appliances, reuse the existing appliance circuits, install afci/gfci circuit breakers
- Plumbing permit Oct 2025Completed
Fixture replacement without piping of 5 fixtures in existing apartment #600 work to comply with 2018 ppc and ez standard
- Commercial building permit Sep 2025Completed
For level ii alteration to the existing apartment unit #600 as per approved plans. separate permits required for mep work.
- Electrical permit May 2023Completed
Kitchen renovation. relocate existing wiring to accommodate new cabinets and appliance layout. delete old recessed lighting as per 2017 nec
- Plumbing permit May 2023Completed
Change two (2) water closets and kitchen sink.
- Commercial building permit May 2023Completed
For the replacement of fixtures and finishes in apt 6ne as shown on application/plans. all work to be done in accordance with the 2018 iebc. separate permit required for mep work.
- Fire suppression permit Feb 2023Completed
Ez permit sprinkler relocation (nfpa 13)- for the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. relocate (18) sprinkler heads as per nfpa 13
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Feb 2023Completed
To replace spiral ductwork with concealed rectangular ductwork and 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.
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
Superfund site
2.3 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Five Star Parking, 727-35 Chestnut St (950 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
1,000 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility 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
400 ft
Washington Square. 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
950 ft
McCall Gen George A Sch (950 ft), National Constitution Center HS (1,200 ft), Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (2,000 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.9 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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