2801 North 47th Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2801 North 47th Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 36 permits, 3 not closed, and 60 violations.
- 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 2801 North 47th Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2026Completed
Repair water main from curb to basement - approved plumbing repair work per ez permit standard for plumbing
- Commercial building permit Jun 2026Issued
For concrete repairs as per approved plans. separate permits required for all other work.
- General permit minor Sep 2025Completed
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.
- Commercial building permit Apr 2024Completed
For level ii alterations at fire pump room per approved plans. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical and plumbing work.
- Fire suppression permit Nov 2020Completed
For the modification of an existing sprinkler system per approved plans, hydraulic calculation and nfpa 13.
- Fire suppression permit Oct 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.
- Electrical permit Nov 2019Issued
Replace 15kv switchgear,substation distribution,add 150kw genset,install 41-lt fixtures, 2unit heat.replace 5fire alarm dev in electric room. temp. coordinate w/peco to connect temp 100kva transformers&temp distribution equip. as per 2017 nec.(w dist
- Electrical permit Mar 2013Completed
Replace 2-exit signs, 2-wall packs, 14-2x4 ceiling fix, 2-closet fix, 18-recpt, 1-wall pack br rep 100 amp 3 phase 24 circuit panel & add 3-new sw as per nec 2008 (comm)
- Suppression permit Dec 2012Completed
Relocate 53 sprinkler heads (lobby)
- Electrical permit Dec 2012Completed
Maintain existing fa during construction,relocate devs,provide and install new lt fin,outlets,provide power to hvac units,new ckts and breakers as needed.service is existing.all work done in accordance with 2008 nec(mixed use)(west dist)
- Plumbing permit Dec 2012Completed
Rough-in plumbing from existing to install (2)water closets, (2)lavatories and a urinal
- Mechanical permit Nov 2012Completed
New hvac system consisting of 6 indoor fancoils and 2 outdoor heat pumps and all associated ductwork
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
Leaking fuel tanks
13 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 7 Eleven 40235, 1 E City Ave (1,000 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
High-voltage line
1,300 ft
230 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
Radon potential
High
Average indoor levels here can exceed 4 pCi/L, EPA's action level. A $15 test kit settles it before you buy.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Major airport
9.0 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
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