2870 Emerald Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2870 Emerald Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 12 permits, 4 not closed, and 60 violations, 4 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 2870 Emerald 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. 4 open violations.
- Residential building permit Feb 2026Issued
For the structural repair to exterior porch & exterior walls to resolve case #cf-2023-117605. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2023-117605.
- Zoning permit Feb 2026Issued
For the partial demolition and repair of an addition at the rear of an existing attached structure to resolve case #cf-2023-117605. size & location as shown on the application/plans. for no change in height of existing structure.
- Demolition permit Mar 2021Completed
To comply case violation #580631, for the complete demolition of an semi-detached structure with existing foundation system to remain. pedestrian protection and protection of adjacent structure to be provided in accordance with section b-3306.
- Zoning permit Feb 2021Issued
For the complete demolition of all existing structures on lot
- Plumbing permit Jan 2021Completed
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.
- Alteration permit Feb 2020Completed
Remove old vinyl siding and replace with new vinyl siding to the rear and side wall
- Plumbing permit Sep 2019Expired
Replace stack, drain & water lines & tub, vanity & toilet the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Electrical permit Jun 2013Completed
100 amp service,change 10-switches, 10-outlets, install 2-outlet kitchen, 2-outlet bedroom, 2-smokes & 1-carbons (sfd) as per nec 2008
- Alteration permit May 2013Completed
Re-roof main roof modified hot asphalt.
- Plumbing permit May 2013Completed
Replace 3 pc bath toilet, tub & vanity replace kitchen sink base (sfd)
- Electrical permit Aug 2011Completed
Replace the 100amp panel - install (10)recessed lights, (4)dedicated 20amp circuits, (1)15amp circuit, new wiring and receptacles for the kitchen, (11)receptacles, (3)switches and (6)smoke and/or smoke/co detectors interconnected - installation will comply with the 2008 nec
- Plumbing permit Oct 2007Completed
Replacement curb trap and fresh air inlet
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave, winter weather. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
1.9 mi
Franklin Slag Pile (MDC) (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Brownfield site
1,100 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
1,450 ft
Rhone Poulenc Inc Walsh Div and 12 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
350 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
1,200 ft
Willard Frances E Sch (1,200 ft), Conwell Russell MS (1,800 ft), Mastbaum Jules E Area Vocational-Technical School (2,050 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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