2215 Walnut Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2215 Walnut Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 18 permits, 3 not closed, and 33 violations, 5 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 2215 Walnut 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. 5 open violations.
- Zoning permit Feb 2024Issued
Visitor accommodations
- Commercial building permit Apr 2023Expired
For the removal and replacement of existing exterior fire escape balconies as per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 iebc and phc approval dated 1/27/2023. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. if site conditions vary, contact design engineer prior to start of work.
- General permit minor Nov 2019Expired
Front facade work-spot point stone mortar joist as required--mortar color to match existing brownstone and limestone--rear side elevation. clean with pressured water to remove surface dirt-repair stucco-repair and spot point brick as required--all mortar mix approved by phila historical commission
- Plumbing permit Dec 2017Completed
Replace 1 1/2" water service (multi family)pa20173430227 "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"
- Suppression permit Aug 2017Completed
Remove existing piping and fittings to install a new 6" backflow prevention system as per details on plans.
- Electrical permit Mar 2017Completed
In basement install new 400amp service with new unit panels. new circuits for hvac in each apartment per 2008 nec (multi family)cc district
- Electrical permit Jul 2013Completed
Install 2-150 amp , 42 circuit, 120v/208v sub panel, 1-200amp 3-phase meter socket, rewire 6 apts as per plans, install 12-cat5 phone lines & 12 rg-6 cable lines as per nec 2008 (mixed use)
- Alteration permit Jun 2013Completed
Apply brownstone colored coating to front fascade
- Mechanical permit May 2013Completed
Removal and replacement of (6) existing 2 ton heatpumps in apts. only with accessory ductwork. no changes to exterior & no alterations to windows or doors per historic commission.
- Suppression permit May 2013Completed
Interior only installation of additional sprinkler lines and heads for fit out, connect to existing sprinkler system main with existing risers, pump, standpipes and bf assembly. phc no work/alterations to exterior this permit.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2013Completed
Renovation to 6 apartments (mixed use)
- Alteration permit Jan 2013Completed
**asbestos abatement / removal required prior to the commencement of any work** interior alterations per plans approved by the philadelphia historical commission to create a total of six (6) dwelling units; building is to be fully sprinklered. separate permits required for fire suppression system and any mechanical, electrical or plumbing work.
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
6 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Texaco 14 045 0088, 23rd & Walnut (100 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
600 ft
National Publishing Co and 5 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
400 ft
Greenfield Albert M Sch (400 ft), Freire CS (1,150 ft), Russell Byers CS (2,500 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.4 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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