2615 Brown Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2615 Brown Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 4 not closed, and 24 violations, 7 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 2615 Brown Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 7 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Jan 2026Completed
Replace curb trap, install new fai
- Plumbing permit Apr 2023Completed
Replace curb trap main drain and 3/4" water distribution
- General permit minor Apr 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.
- Administrative permit Dec 2022Completed
No alterations this permit. for the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for a partial change in occupancy to group m retail sales of consumer goods, food, beverages & groceries, sundries, pharmaceuticals, & convenience sales, and wearing apparel & accessories at the 1st floor with existing single-famiy dwelling to remain at the 2nd floor. building is not sprinklered. separate permits required for any alterations work. no signs this permit.
- Zoning permit Aug 2022Issued
Retail sales - consumer goods; retail sales - food, beverages, and groceries; retail sales - wearing apparel and accessories; retail sales - sundries, pharmaceuticals, and convenience sales; residential - household living - single-family
- Zoning permit Jun 2022Issued
Limited lodging
- General permit minor Aug 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.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2018Completed
Install 4 water closets, 5 lavy sinks, 2 tub, 1 stall shower, 1 kitchen sink, disposal, dishwasher and washer stand pipe, water heater - the installation will comply with the 2004 philadelphia plumbing code
- Plumbing permit Sep 2018Completed
Install 4 water closets, 5 lavy sinks, 2 tub, 1 stall shower, 1 kitchen sink, disposal, dishwasher and washer stand pipe, water heater - the installation will comply with the 2004 philadelphia plumbing code
- Mechanical permit Sep 2018Completed
2 unit and 60k btu, 3 ton a/c and all ductwork. (sfd)
- Administrative permit Sep 2018Completed
Cert. of occupancy
- Administrative permit Sep 2018Completed
Cert. of occupancy
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
Brownfield site
2,450 ft
Brewerytown Garden. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,050 ft
Halpern Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
300 ft
Scherer, Frank C., Wagon Works. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
1,000 ft
138 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
1,850 ft
Morris Robert Sch (1,850 ft), Bache-Martin Sch (1,850 ft), Vaux HS: A Big Picture School (2,650 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.5 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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