233 Spruce Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 233 Spruce Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 20 permits, 2 not closed, and 0 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 233 Spruce Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner.
- General permit minor Jul 2025Completed
For the installation of new roof coverings on exiting roofs as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. replacement of sheathing in excess of 10% of roof area shall not be applicable to the ez permit process. flashing along front facade to match existing(as per phc conditions).
- General permit Jul 2022Expired
Shelter platform permit- erection of sidewalk shelter platform 36 l.f. on spruce st. with the deck at 300 p.s.i. each as per engineered plans. streets department permit is required for sidewalk closure prior to the start work. (no attachment into façade as per phc).
- Electrical permit Oct 2021Completed
Remove and safe off existing wiring. install wiring to code for new kitchen layout. supply and install new recessed lights as per nec 2014
- Plumbing permit Aug 2021Completed
Install new kitchen faucet, dishwasher and ice maker box. install island sink with 2 faucets. 2 kitchen sinks.
- Residential building permit Jun 2021Completed
Removing a small addition and increasing the size. creating a larger opening between the main house and addition. new finishes throughout the kitchen.
- Zoning permit Jun 2021Completed
For the erection of a one-story addition to the existing structure ( size and location as shown on the plan). no work to building facade.
- Electrical permit Jan 2020Completed
Electrical rewire/devices 1st floor 2nd floor bedroom and bathroom 3rd floor bathroom as per 2014 nec
- General permit minor Jan 2020Completed
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 includes any modification to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations; including underpinning, excavation, and removal of foundation slab. no work may be performed in the basement or cellar) kitchen & bath renovation. no work to exterior, changes to windows or exterior doors prohibited as per philadelphia historical commission, 11/29/19.
- Plumbing permit Jan 2020Completed
Install 11 fixtures as per 2004 ppc
- General permit minor Aug 2019Expired
Replace a sliding glass door on back of house. same size and style. restricted view due to walls and gates on back of house. *no work to the front facade under this permit per philadelphia historic commission*
- Alteration permit Oct 2014Completed
Install new roof covering as per ez roof standards. as per historic approval
- Alteration permit Apr 2011Completed
Remove existing windows on floors 1-4 and replace with new wood windows for sfd in accordance with philadelphia historical commission approved documentation.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
1.9 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Merchants Exchange, 130 S 3rd St (1,150 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,700 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,150 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility and 2 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
Drinker's Court. 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
1,750 ft
Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (1,750 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (1,800 ft), Meredith William M Sch (2,350 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.1 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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