2230 Catharine Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2230 Catharine Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 13 not closed, and 19 violations, 2 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 2230 Catharine 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
13 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2025Issued
Installing 15 fixtures 1 hwh 1 ks 1 washer 5 shower/tubs 4 lavs 3 toilets
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Sep 2025Issued
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. for the installation of hvac equipment including all registers and diffusers associated with ductwork . installation of 2 , 60k btu gas furnaces with 2 ton coil and condensers . condensing units to be located on the backyard.
- Site / utility permit Apr 2025Issued
Site / utility permit for rp-2024-012900
- Electrical permit Apr 2025Issued
Install 200 amp service ,wiring throughout ,install light ,fixture ,outles ,swiches ,smoke detectors ,grounding.
- Residential building permit Feb 2025Issued
For the erection of additions to the existing attached structure. for interior and exterior alterations throughout per plans. separate permits are required for all associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. *no sleeping room in the basement ''flex space''*
- Zoning permit Dec 2024Issued
3rd floor and rear addition. roof deck with pilot house. to a two story existing structure as per submitted zoning permit
- General permit minor Apr 2024Expired
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code, all references codes and standards, and the attached ez standard, where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. a separate permit from the philadelphia department of streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. all means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the philadelphia building code chapter 33 shall be in place prior to start of work.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2022Completed
Install 70,000 btu's, 92% gas up flow furnace, 2 ton condenser, 13 seer. and 10 registers according to the 2018 ppc.
- Electrical permit Mar 2022Completed
Switches, outlets, 200amp service, wiring as per 2014 nec amendment: leaving an existing 100 amp. no upgrade
- Plumbing permit Feb 2022Completed
Fixture replacement with piping 2 showers 3 toilets 3 vanity 1 water heater 1 hose bib 1 laundry ppc 2018
- Residential building permit Dec 2021Completed
**contractor has a notorized letter with no employees, sole worker**must upload sub-contractor information if applicable** 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. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work any modifications to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations, including underpinning, excavation, and removal of foundation slab. work in the basement or cellar is not included on the ez alt permit. interior non-load bearing wall demolition at 1st and 2nd floor. installation and repair of gypsum wall board at 1st and 2nd floor where needed. install new flooring at 1st and 2nd floor. full kitchen renovation including new cabinets and counter tops. bathroom renovation at 2nd floor. installation of new interior doors at 1st and 2nd floors. there shall be no work in the basement. interior non-load bearing wall demolition at 1st and 2nd floor. installation and repair of gypsum wall board at 1st and 2nd floor where needed. install new flooring at 1st and 2nd floor. full kitchen renovation including new cabinets and counter tops. bathroom renovation at 2nd floor. installation of new interior doors at 1st and 2nd floors. there shall be no work in the basement. separate permits required for mechanical, electric and plumbing. *no exterior work on this permit per the philadelphia historic commission*
- Residential building permit Aug 2021Expired
Alteration: interior building; existing single-family dwelling; non-structural renovation; no basement excavations; no change in occupancy.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Mattei Arco, 2435 Washington Ave (1,450 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
800 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
1,950 ft
Grays Ferry Cogeneration and 7 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
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy (1,150 ft), Stanton Edwin M Sch (2,750 ft), Independence CS (3,300 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.8 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- This is a house, not an apartment. Check the lot boundaries, car access, and how water drains from the yard after rain, including whether the neighboring lot sits higher and could send water toward the property.
- Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
- Check the sewer connection (public network or septic tank) and the water source (public network or well), including pressure and water quality.
- Check the condition of the fence, yard, and sidewalk out front: who is responsible for upkeep, and whether there are any boundary disputes with neighbors.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
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