2909 Harper Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 2909 Harper Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 51 permits, 6 not closed, and 55 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 2909 Harper 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
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 4 open violations.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2026Issued
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. installed 0ne (1) hvac system with ductwork. 92% gas furnaces 80000 btu, 13 seer - 3 ton condenser, which is located in the backyard.
- Electrical permit Apr 2026Completed
Electrical permit for combo rp-2026-001945
- Plumbing permit Apr 2026Issued
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo rp-2026-001945
- Residential building permit Apr 2026Issued
For interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. separate permits are required for all associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only.
- General permit minor Sep 2025Completed
Ez permit re-roofing- for the installation of new roof coverings on existing roofs as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. replacement of sheathing in excess of 10% of roof area shall not be applicable to the ez permit process. install torch down flat roof over main roof 17 x 30 and drop down roof 14 x 34
- Electrical permit Jul 2025Completed
Install 400 amp electrical service and 4 meter packs with proper grounding and bonding. install one 100 amp subpanels for house, one 100 amp sub[anelfor commercial space and one 125 amp subpanel for each of the 2 dwelling units. install wiring, lighting, switches and receptacle outlets. install interconnected smoke and co alarms. install fire alarm system. all work to be done according to the 2017 nec, 2016 nfpa 72 and per plans.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2025Completed
Amendment 11/14/2025 addition of the installation of 3 water heaters and all associated piping relfected per plans. interior retrofit of the 1st floor of a 3-story mixed use building. relocation of existing bathroom to new location and addition of a new breakroom sink. installation of 3 fixtures only. all work done per 2018 ppc. deviation of this approved scope will result in cancellation of permit and an additional plan review will be required.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2025Completed
For the installation of ductless min split systems. 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.
- Commercial building permit Mar 2025Completed
For alterations to an existing structure and a complete change of occupancy. first floor to be an office (group b). second and third floors to be for two-family household living (group r-3.) all work to be done as per plans. asbestos abatement required prior to start of work. separate permits required for electrical, mechanical, and plumbing work. basement to remain uninhabitable for storage and utilites only. *see letter from accessibility advisory board for granted accessibility variance * *8-11-2025 amendment for the replacement of framing as per approved plans*
- Electrical permit May 2024Completed
Installation of solar array in accordance with signed standard.
- Zoning permit Dec 2023Issued
Office - business and professional; residential - household living - two-family
- Plumbing permit Dec 2022Completed
Ez plumbing permit - replace 3/4" water service - "self-certifications are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection as per the 2018 philadelphia plumbing code. pa one call #20223530174.
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
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Fire Site 043, 1301 N 28th St (1,000 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,700 ft
Brewerytown Garden and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,300 ft
Halpern Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
150 ft
Bergdoll, Louis, House. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
650 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
1,500 ft
Morris Robert Sch (1,500 ft), Kelley William D Sch (2,500 ft), Vaux HS: A Big Picture School (2,800 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.7 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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