2323 Brown Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2323 Brown Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 35 permits, 3 not closed, and 13 violations, 1 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 2323 Brown Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Electrical permit Jan 2026Completed
Scope of work (supply & install) electrical service & distribution • new 200a electrical service • new 40-circuit panel • complete grounding and bonding • afci and gfci protection per nec and local code interior lighting • 4” led recessed lighting throughout hallways, stairs, bedrooms, living room, kitchen, and garage devices • outlets and switches throughout per code • all white decora devices closets & bathrooms • motion sensor lighting in all closets • bathrooms to include recessed lighting, panasonic exhaust fans, and vanity mirror/cabinet led lighting low voltage • cat5 wiring at tv locations in all bedrooms and living spaces kitchen features • under-cabinet lighting • under toe-kick lighting exterior & entry lighting • (3) recessed lights at entrance ceiling • illuminated address numbers • (2) vertical led strips on wooden support beams garage • ceiling lighting • convenience outlets • dedicated garage door operator power • separate outlet circuit specialty circuits & features • 60a electric vehicle charger circuit • dedicated fireplace circuit • recessed tv with interior led strip lighting lighting controls • dimmer switches for bedrooms, living room, kitchen, island pendants, and dining fixture intercom system • intercom system with (4) indoor monitors
- Plumbing permit Nov 2025Completed
Repair/replace ct, fai, md & 1" wdp.
- Fire suppression permit Nov 2025Completed
For the installation of a 2-inch fire service line for an automatic fire suppression sprinkler system with a 2 inch wilkins 950xlt2 backflow prevention assembly in accordance with nfpa 13r. all work shall be done in accordance with approved plans/hydraulic calculations.
- Site / utility permit Sep 2025Completed
For excavation related to building foundation construction. 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. ** see building permit for all other structural work **
- Plumbing permit Jun 2025Completed
1 kitchen, 1 washing machin, 1 water heater, 2 toilet, 2 lav, 2 shower/tub, 1 hosebibb
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2025Completed
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. (note: rooftop installations will require plans unless it has already been included on any approved alteration plans.
- Residential building permit May 2025Completed
Interior renovations and for a three-story addition over existing one-story structure to use a single family dwelling, details as shown on the plan. note: replacing more than 2/3rd of floor joists and with exterior wall shall consider as new construction, and permit may subject to cancellation permit amended on 8/12/25: foundation detail amendment based on field conditions and recommendations from the special inspector. see details 2 & 3 on sheet s1.0. permit amended on 10/30/25: amendment to change sprinkler type from 13d to 13r. this is due to an error in determining the required sprinkler type. since we are proposing a 4-story structure we are required an nfpa 13r type sprinkler.
- Zoning permit Apr 2025Completed
For the partial demolition at the rear and erection of an addition above and at the front of an existing attached structure, deck, roof deck and roof deck access structure. size & location as shown on the application/plans.
- General permit minor Mar 2025Expired
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.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2020Completed
Replacing partial main drain and yard drain. 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.
- Plumbing permit Jan 2020Completed
New curb trap fai as per 2004 ppc
- Plumbing permit Jan 2018Expired
Install 3/4" water service as per philadelphia 2004 plumbing code.
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
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 7 Eleven 40195, 2300 Fairmount Ave # 16 (950 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,150 ft
835 87 N 19th Street 1825 Wylie Street. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,050 ft
Halpern 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
450 ft
Martin Orthopedic School. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
400 ft
138 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
600 ft
Bache-Martin Sch (600 ft), Morris Robert Sch (2,200 ft), Vaux HS: A Big Picture School (2,350 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.6 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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