237 Christian Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 237 Christian Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 29 permits, all closed, and 8 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 237 Christian Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out. No open violations.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2026Completed
Repair/replace ct & fai.
- Electrical permit Oct 2020Completed
Install 400 amp service with 150 amp panel in each unit, install outlets ,light,switches, gfi's, smokes and carbons in each unit,install fire alarm system as per 2017 nec and nfpa 72
- Plumbing permit Sep 2020Completed
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.
- Fire suppression permit Sep 2020Completed
Combined automatic sprinkler & class i manual wet standpipe systems with two (2) inch fire service line & backflow prevention (bfp) assembly to serve previously approved multi-family dwelling. automatic sprinkler system & standpipe systme installation per nfpa 13/14.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Sep 2020Completed
For the installation of a hvac mechanical system to include split system air handlers and condensing units, refrigerant piping, fire dampers, exhaust fans, grilles/registers/diffusers, and associated ductwork.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2020Completed
Install drain and water lines from basement location to each unit each fixture. total of 12 toilets, 8 tub/showers, 12 lavatories, 4 kitchen sinks, 4 dishwashers, 4 water heaters, 4 washer boxes. rough and finish
- Commercial building permit May 2020Completed
For the erection of a new four (4) story attached structure (with private roof decks accessed by pilot houses) to be used as group r-2 (four (4) dwelling units), as per plans and pcpc approval dated 3/5/20; separate permits required for all mep/fsp work; building to be fully sprinklered as per nfpa 13; see ap#1037019 for zoning/use permit.
- Zoning/use permit Jan 2020Completed
For the erection of an attached structure with two roof decks accessed by two separate pilot houses. for use as a multi family household living (4) four family** as per 14-504(3)(a) the nco ( neighborhood conservation overlay) no building permit shall be issued until the commission has reviewed the application and has confirmed that it complies with all the regulations applicable to the district area.**
- Electrical permit Jul 2019Completed
Basement electrical wiring/devices as per 2014 nec
- Alteration permit Jul 2019Completed
For interior basement renovation. no exterior work on this plan. all work as per approved plan.
- Commercial building permit May 2019Completed
New construction of four (4) story above grade plane, w. basement, multi-famiy dwelling of light-frame wood, engineered wood shear wall, & shallow concrete foundation construction per approved plans including underpinning work; building to be fully sprinklered. separate permit req'd for any mech., elec., plumb., & firesupp work. site to be excavated at areas abutting properties not within the scope of this permit. adjoning property owner(s) to be notified in writing min. ten (10) days prior to start of work per sec. b-3307.1 of the phila. bldg. code. all underpinnig work to be continuously inspected by an approved special inspection agency.
- Demolition permit May 2019Completed
For the completed demolition down to sidewalk grade of a three (3) story building using hand method only. break up slab and remove. site will be graded and backfield according to all city codes. property will be maintained by owner. see attached site safety plan for further description of work and project scope. streets department approval required for pedestrian protection on the public footway prior to start of work.
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
Superfund site
1.7 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
6 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 601 Christian St, 601 Christian St (1,500 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,500 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,650 ft
Catalyst International Gasket Materials Corp and 3 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
1,350 ft
Meredith William M Sch (1,350 ft), Nebinger George W Sch (1,600 ft), Vare-Washington El Sch (1,650 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.6 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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