2214 Carpenter Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2214 Carpenter Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 58 permits, 5 not closed, and 33 violations, 9 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 2214 Carpenter Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 9 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Feb 2021Completed
Replace house drain house trap and fresh air inlet
- Electrical permit Nov 2020Completed
Installation of solar array in accordance with signed standard.
- Administrative permit Jul 2019Completed
For amendment to existing building permit #928802 to add additional joist replacement on rear of existing structure; see plans for details.
- Mechanical permit Apr 2019Completed
Install two 40,000 btu 92% gas furnaces,one 2 ton ac system for 1st fl and basement,one 2.5 ton a/c system for 2nd and 3rd fl related duct work/grils and venting
- Plumbing permit Mar 2019Completed
Supply and install drainage and water to 3-toilets, 3-lav sinks, 1-tub, 1-shower, 1-kitchen sink, 1-washer boy, installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Electrical permit Mar 2019Completed
New 200 amp service complete with grounding, wiring throughout as per 2008 nec
- Zoning permit Jan 2019Completed
For erection of third floor addition above the existing two story structure (max height nte 38 ft) and erection of accessory roof deck for residential use only with roof access structure. for continuous use as household living single family dwelling. size and location as shown on the application.
- Residential building permit Jan 2019Issued
For erection of third floor addition above the existing two story structure and erection of accessory roof deck with roof access structure, and reconfiguration of interior partitions & interior stairs. use as household living single family dwelling. size and location as plan / application. contact inspector at district office prior to start work. * separate permits required for plumbing, electric and hvac.*
- Alteration permit Oct 2018Completed
Ez permit stadard 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.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2018Completed
Replaced 3/4" water service..... pa one call #2018-1011616
- Plumbing permit Jul 2017Expired
Seal off lateral pa20171861605 (sfd)"self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Electrical permit Feb 2017Completed
200amp service complete wire house switches, recess lights, hardwired smoke detectors as per nec 2008 (sfd)
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
Leaking fuel tanks
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Mattei Arco, 2435 Washington Ave (1,150 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
600 ft
Jane D Kent Nursery School and 8 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,100 ft
Grays Ferry Cogeneration and 8 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
500 ft
Howell and Brothers Paper Hangings Manufactory. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
1,250 ft
230 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
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
1,250 ft
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy (1,250 ft), Stanton Edwin M Sch (2,650 ft), Universal Institute CS (3,500 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.7 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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