237 North Broad Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 237 North Broad Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 53 permits, 4 not closed, and 29 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 237 North Broad 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
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Commercial building permit Jan 2026Completed
Level ii interior alterations (no change of occupancy) for renovations to existing second floor office space as per approved plans. existing building not required to be sprinklered. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required required for any mep work**
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Aug 2025Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- 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. each hvac unit to be self-contained within each dwelling unit. no penetrations of rated assemblies. remove and replace (1) split system like for like. no duct work or diffusers.
- Alteration permit Jun 2019Completed
For exterior alterations to repair masonry per approved plans. separate permit required for any other alterations work. protection of pedestrians, right-of-way, and adjacent properties required at all times.
- Administrative permit Oct 2016Completed
For a certificate of occupancy for a professional office on the fourth floor of an existing building. no work permitted under this application.
- Alteration permit Feb 2016Completed
Remove the existing built up roof from the entrance canopy. install a new insulated fully adhered epdm roof system wiht new sheet-metal flashings. provide a 15 year warranty
- Alteration permit Oct 2015Expired
Ez permit re-roofing- for the installation of new roof coverings on exiting roofs as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
- Alteration permit Oct 2015Completed
Repair a few loose bricks and brick point as needed.separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure.
- Electrical permit Sep 2015Completed
Install new wiring for elevator as per plan.
- Alteration permit Jun 2015Completed
Level ii alterations (no change of occupancy) to existing four (4) story building to create opening for new elevator installation as per approved plans. separate permit required from pa dept of labor and industry for elevator installation.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2014Expired
Replace 2in meter for a new 1 inch meter (office bldg)
- Demolition permit Jul 2014Expired
Closure of one 250 gallon underground storage tank formerly containing heating oil.
- Electrical permit Dec 2013Completed
1 fire alarm per 2008 nec & nfpa 72 (commercial)
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
Leaking fuel tanks
15 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Exxon Rs 2 2183, 427 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
1,700 ft
K And T Rail To Trail and 19 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,950 ft
Smithkline Beecham Pharmaceuticals and 3 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
400 ft
Elk's Lodge BPOE No. 2 and 2 more listings close by. 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
1,350 ft
The SD of Philadelphia Virtual Academy (1,350 ft), Math Civics and Sciences CS (1,400 ft), Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS (1,700 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.2 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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