2516 Webster Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2516 Webster Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 30 permits, 4 not closed, and 43 violations, 5 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 2516 Webster 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
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 5 open violations.
- Electrical permit Feb 2026Expired
New wire thru out lighting outlets switches smokes and co's 200amp service all work as per 2017 nec code fishng of the walls only
- Electrical permit Feb 2020Completed
Electrical rewire/devices bathroom as per 2014 nec
- Plumbing permit Jan 2020Completed
Install 3 fixtures as per 2004 ppc
- Residential building permit Jan 2020Completed
Ez permit stadard 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; underpinning and excavations (i.e. digging in basement)
- Residential building permit Jul 2019Issued
Take existing front down and rebuild with 4" brick and 4" block***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; underpinning and excavations (i.e. digging in basement)
- Residential building permit May 2019Issued
Interior alterations thru out , to include drywall, sheetrock, framing, new kitchen, new bathroom, new windows and doors into existing openings. applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standards for interior alterations, revised 11/2018. note: 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; underpinning and excavations (i.e. digging in basement.) (deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties.) note: contractor listed as a "sole proprietor" and has no employees and/or workers conpensation insurance-all subcontractors require separate licenses and insurance. separate permits required for plumbing electrical and mechanical work. no other work allowed under this permit.
- Alteration permit May 2017Completed
Masonry front wall - remove existing front masonry wall. replace with new 8 inch masonry wall, (4" brick & 4" block) on existing foundation. windows and doors to comply with emergency egress standards per irc. new door opening for 36 inch door. flash roof to new front. vertical reinforcement every 24 inches. install returns into party walls for structural connection. flash and seal roof. install 2 x 4 frame wall, r-19 insulation and sheetrock on interior front wall for finish. a covered walkway or sidewalk closure is required within 6 feet (1/4 height of construction) of building facade in accordance with section 3306 of the ibc.seperate building and/or streets department permits are required
- Plumbing permit Sep 2016Completed
Install new pvc drain and pex water line for kitchen sink. the installation will comply with the philadephia plubming code 2004
- Electrical permit Sep 2016Completed
Rear addition electrical wiring including switches,fixtures,gfci installation per 2008 nec (sfd)south district
- Addition permit Jul 2016Completed
For the erection of a rear addition on an existing light-framed structure to include new foundation installation, new rear roof deck, and interior alterations to include new interior partition walls, new interior stair installation, new framing, skylight fenestration opening, and rear exterior stair installation. **homeowner to conduct work under this permit for single-family dwelling. separate permits to be required for electrical and plumbing alterations.**
- Zoning permit Jul 2016Completed
For the erection of a rear addition on an existing attached structure to include rear roof deck for the use of a single family household living unit. size and location as per approved plans.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2016Completed
Replace water service, lateral, house trap & fai pa20160481512 self certification no longer accepted all trenches in excess of 5 ft must have approved shoring at the time of inspection.
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
Leaking fuel tanks
5 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Mattei Arco, 2435 Washington Ave (1,050 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
550 ft
Grays Ferry Avenue Catherine Street and 9 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
550 ft
Grays Ferry Cogeneration and 7 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
300 ft
Grays Road Recreation Center. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
450 ft
230 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
2,600 ft
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy (2,600 ft), Greenfield Albert M Sch (4,100 ft), Stanton Edwin M Sch (4,150 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.7 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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