2228 Locust Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2228 Locust Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 2 not closed, and 28 violations, 4 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 2228 Locust Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 4 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Jan 2026Completed
Curb trap & fai
- Residential building permit Oct 2025Completed
To legalize the erection of a two-story horizontal addition to an existing three-story attached single-family structure as per approved plan. *separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work*
- Zoning permit May 2025Completed
For the erection of a two-story horizontal addition to an existing three-story attached structure. size and location as shown on the application/plan.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2025Completed
For the installation of 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. *no registers, diffusers on this permit.
- Electrical permit Feb 2025Completed
Install:(12)lights,(1)ceiling fan,(18)receptacles,(2)smoke detector,(4)switches
- Plumbing permit Feb 2025Completed
1st floor install:(1)water closet,(1)lavatory,(1)bathtub,(1)kitchen sink 4 fixtures
- Commercial building permit Feb 2025Completed
For level ii alteration to the unit #1f of existing apartment building as per approved plans.
- Electrical permit Dec 2024Completed
Remodel of 2nd floor bathroom, replacement of fixtures
- Plumbing permit Nov 2024Completed
Remodel of second floor bathroom, replacement of fixtures
- Residential building permit Nov 2024Completed
For interior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling as per approved plan. *separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work*
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Oct 2024Completed
For the installation of 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. *no registers, diffusers on this permit. **subject to the following condition of the philadelphia historical commission: no new penetrations into the north or west facades as part of this permit.
- Electrical permit Sep 2024Completed
Wiring throughout apartment unit 2f for outlets switches lighting and fixtures g.f.c.i smoke detectors per nec code 2017
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Texaco 14 045 0088, 23rd & Walnut (500 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
350 ft
National Publishing Co and 6 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
350 ft
Bell, John C., House and 1 more listings close by. 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
Greenfield Albert M Sch (950 ft), Freire CS (1,500 ft), Russell Byers CS (2,950 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.3 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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