2539 West Silver Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2539 West Silver Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 19 permits, 4 not closed, and 60 violations, 20 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 2539 West Silver 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. 20 open violations.
- Residential building permit Jun 2026Completed
For the structural repair to exterior wall to resolve case #cf-2024-033580. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2024-033580.
- Electrical permit Sep 2025Completed
100-amp service complete electric wall heater install gfci and circuit 2nd floor afci circuit and receptacle 2nd floor 3-bathroom light fixtures 3 combo detectors w/ 10-year sealed batteries
- Plumbing permit Aug 2025Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo rp-2025-007912
- Residential building permit Jul 2025Completed
For alterations to a single family dwelling property 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 but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of foundation slab. no work may be performed in the basement or cellar. separate permits required for mechanical, electric and plumbing. work approved as per phdc wo# 210289
- Plumbing permit Jun 2025Completed
Repair/replace main drain
- Electrical permit Jan 2025Completed
Install 100 amp electrical service with main circuit breaker panel and proper grounding and bonding. install wiring, lighting, switches and receptacles outlets within second floor bathroom. install smoke/co alarms in according to the 2017 nec. ***************** fishing wires ***********************
- Residential building permit Jan 2025Completed
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. separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work and the installation of heating/cooling appliances. 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.
- Plumbing permit Jan 2025Completed
Install shower, toilet and vanity install pipes to fixtures
- Plumbing permit Nov 2023Completed
Replacement of 40 gal gas water heater
- General permit minor Sep 2023Expired
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.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2023Completed
3/4" water service
- Residential building permit Jan 2023Completed
**make safe permit** for replacement of rear wall, side wall and floor / roof joist to comply with violation case #cf-2022-056232. not to exceed scope of work noted in engineer's report and shown on approved plans. separate permits required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on the violations. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion.” make safe permit - for (brief description of work as per engineer’s report if applicable) to resolve case #. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2022-056232 .
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
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Water Site 190 329, 28th & Cambria St (1,300 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,200 ft
Northwest Corner Of 26th Susquehanna St and 5 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,200 ft
Penn Fishing Tackle Manufacturing Co 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
1,450 ft
Peirce Thomas M Sch (1,450 ft), Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School (1,950 ft), Rhodes E Washington Sch (2,450 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
9.3 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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