2249 North Broad Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2249 North Broad Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 55 permits, 10 not closed, and 48 violations.
- 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 2249 North Broad Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area very low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
10 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Electrical permit Apr 2023Completed
Replace hardwired smokes, repairs to system smokes and horns. replace emergency/exit lights and fire alarm battery to comply with violation cf-2023-010767. (replacement only one for one) as per nfpa 72
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2022Completed
For a new mechanical installation to an existing structure. work to include the installation of a new mechanical system, 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.
- Electrical permit Mar 2022Completed
Install a 800 amp service, (12) gang meter bank, (1) 225 amp panel & feeder, (11) 150 amp panels & feeders. install wiring throughout the common areas, (1) commercial shell space and (10) dwelling units. install lights normal and emergency, switches, sensors and receptacles. provide power for the mechanical and hvac equipment. install an addressable fire alarm system throughout. all work in accordance with the 2017 nec & 2016 nfpa-72.
- Electrical permit Mar 2022Completed
Rough-in permit for ep-2022-001792 install 800amp 3phase service. wiring for power and lighting for 10 dwelling units, common areas and retail space. install lighting fixtures, switches, receptacles and 120v interconnected co's and smoke alarm detectors. install low voltage fire alarm system. all work as per drawings and per nec 2017, nfpa72 and city of philadelphia code requirements.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2021Completed
Install 1 backflow preventer, 1 hose bibb, 11 hot water heaters, 10 kitchen sinks, 10 lavatories, 10 washboxes, 10 shower/tubs, 10 water closets and 1 sump pump ejector according to the 2018 ppc.
- Administrative permit Aug 2021Issued
For a certificate of occupancy with a partial change in occupancy classification from group r-3 (sfd) to group r-2 (three (3) dwelling units) at the 2nd/3rd floors of an existing three (3) story attached structure also used as group e (child care center) within the basement and 1st floors, as per plans; no work on this permit; compliance with philadelphia fire and property maintenance codes required prior to occupancy; building is currently not sprinklered; sprinklers not required as per mi-2021-002547; see zp-2021-000136 for use registration permit.
- Electrical permit Jul 2021Expired
Install 800 amp single phase main service to make legal change of 3-phase service peco could not supply as per 2017 nec.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2021Completed
New hd ht fai 2"wdp
- Fire suppression permit Mar 2021Completed
For the installation of a fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 2016, standard 13 & 14 to include two (2) 4-inch diameter standpipes, a 2-inch diameter service line and backflow preveention assembly.
- Zoning permit Feb 2021Issued
Child care - child care center; residential - household living - multi-family
- Commercial building permit Dec 2020Completed
For the erection of a four story building for use as commercial space on the first floor with accessory storage in the basement level with a multi-family dwelling (10 units) from the basement through the fourth floor level. pilot house is proposed for roof maintenance only. building is fully sprinklered in accordance with nfpa 13 with standpipes to be provided in exit stairways per nfpa 14. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. ***a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required within 14 feet of the building facade in accordance with section 3306 of the 2018 ibc. separate building and/or streets department permit required prior to the start of any work. fire watch is required once combustible construction is over 40 feet in height, a site safety plan shall be submited to building inspector prior to the start of any construction.*** separate permiits to be obtained for all other work.
- Zoning permit Nov 2020Completed
Erection of an attached structure size and location as shown on plans (no sign on this permit)
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Very Low
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Broad & Diamond Bp, 2040 N Broad St (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
1,450 ft
Life Do Grow and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,750 ft
O F Zurn Co and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
150 ft
Uptown Theater and Office Building. 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
250 ft
TECH Freire CS (250 ft), YouthBuild Phila CS (250 ft), Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson (750 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
9.2 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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