2332 Emerald Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2332 Emerald Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 2 not closed, and 44 violations, 6 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 2332 Emerald 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
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 6 open violations.
- Zoning permit Apr 2026Issued
Limited lodging
- Plumbing permit Sep 2024Completed
Supply and install new 2" rpz backflow preventer as per amendment dated september 13, 2024 - permit should show 1 1/2" rpz
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2024Completed
For the installation of 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.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2024Completed
Install 1 area drain, 1 backflow preventer, 5 floor drains, 6 hot water heaters, 6 kitchen sinks, 6 washing machine boxes, 16 lavatories, 2 sand interceptors, 4 roof drains, 12 shower/tubs, 1 storm drain, 4 roof drains and 14 water closets according to the 2018 ppc and per plans.
- Electrical permit Feb 2024Completed
Install 600amp service, wiring throughout, install light fixtures, outlets, switches, 110v interconnected smoke alarms , grounding, emergency lights, exit signs, fire alarm system . all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72,2018 phila fire code.
- Plumbing permit Jan 2024Completed
Install 1-1/2 inch water service, 1 building drain, 1 sanitary drain, 1 storm drain, 2 curb traps and 2 fai according to the 2018 ppc.
- Fire suppression permit Oct 2023Completed
For the installation of a fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13 throughout the entire building with 2” fire service, 2" backflow prevention assembly, and standpipes complying with nfpa 14. all work shall comply with the approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Commercial building permit Oct 2022Completed
For the erection of an attached, four-story struture of type va construction with a basement and roof decks with roof access structures as per plans. for six (6) dwelling units as shown. amendment (1/30/2023) to add underpinning to the a existing neighboring structure due to unforseen field conditions uncovered during excavation. see revisions to the underpin plans and details as well as a letter from the engineer for further description of work. amendment (1/3/2024) for structural changes to add steel support as per plans. amendment (5/23/2024) for structural changes to add shear blocking and concrete wall detail.
- Zoning permit Sep 2022Completed
For complete demolition of existing structure. for the erection of an attached structure with roof decks and roof deck access structures. size and location as shown in plan.
- Zoning permit Aug 2022Completed
For lot adjustment to create one (1) lot (premises c) from two (2) existing lots (1936 & 1938 e york st). size and location as shown in plan.
- Demolition permit Jul 2022Completed
For the complete demolition of an existing structure. structure to be demolished by hand and hand-held equipment only. pedestrian protection to be in place prior to start of work and to be maintained during all demolition activities. * a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required in accordance with section 3306 of the ibc. separate building and/or streets department permits are required. * 21 day posting and notice required per a-303.2 * newly exposed walls to be treated
- Zoning permit Jul 2022Completed
For the complete demolition of an existing building for use as a vacant lot
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
Superfund site
2.5 mi
Franklin Slag Pile (MDC) (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Brownfield site
900 ft
Collins Smith Barrick Playgarden and 26 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
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
700 ft
Kensington Health Sciences (700 ft), Sankofa Freedom Academy CS (1,150 ft), Kensington HS (1,200 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
9.7 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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