2657 Emerald Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2657 Emerald Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 26 permits, 11 not closed, and 60 violations, 17 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 2657 Emerald 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
11 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 17 open violations.
- Electrical permit Oct 2025Completed
Electrical permit for combo rp-2025-000482
- Electrical permit Jul 2025Issued
Install new fire alarm system with cutting small holes and patching and using conduit where necessary as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Fire suppression permit Jul 2025Completed
Install new fire suppression system and 1” combined service in accordance with nfpa 13d throughout the entire building. all work shall comply with the approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Site / utility permit May 2025Completed
Site / utility permit for rp-2025-000482
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2025Completed
Mechanical / fuel gas permit for combo rp-2025-000482
- Plumbing permit Mar 2025Completed
Plumbing permit (exterior building drainage) for combo rp-2025-000482
- Plumbing permit Mar 2025Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo rp-2025-000482
- Plumbing permit Mar 2025Completed
Plumbing permit (water distribution) for combo rp-2025-000482
- Residential building permit Mar 2025Completed
Erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geo tech report. separate permits required for sprinkler (13d) work. (underpinnning is part of this permit). energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist and envelope testing certificate is required. both to be completed by an approved party. chimney extension required for effected property.
- Zoning permit Jul 2024Issued
For the erection of an attached structure with cellar and eight feet front setback above 2nd floor; and accessory roof deck for residential use only with roof access structure. size and location as shown in the application / plan.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Dec 2023Issued
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other work.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2023Issued
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.
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
Superfund site
2.1 mi
Franklin Slag Pile (MDC) (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Us Gas 1, 2656 Frankford Ave (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
1,650 ft
2100 E Rush Street and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,100 ft
Calbar Inc and 8 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
850 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
1,000 ft
Brown Henry A Sch (1,000 ft), Sankofa Freedom Academy CS (1,300 ft), Kensington HS (1,300 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
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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