308 Spruce Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 308 Spruce Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 33 permits, 3 not closed, and 0 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 308 Spruce 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
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner.
- Electrical permit May 2026Completed
Install a 15.840 kw photovoltaic (pv) solar energy system. the system shall consist of thirty-six (36) silfab solar sil-440 qd 440w modules and thirty-six (36) enphase iq8hc-240-72-2-us microinverters. install two (2) franklin wh a power 15.00kwh battery energy storage units. work includes all associated mounting, wiring, disconnects, overcurrent protection, grounding, bonding, labeling, and interconnection to the existing electrical service. all work shall be performed in accordance with the 2017 nec and per approved plans. phc - accepted with conditions. prior to installation the historical commission must approve the design and color of the enclosure for the conduit. the exterior boxes must be constructed below the height of the brick wall on the west facade of the house.
- General permit Apr 2026Completed
For the installation of solar panels and related appurtenances as noted on the approved plan. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. *separate electrical permit required*
- General permit minor Sep 2025Expired
**existing philadelphia historic property** for the installation of new roof coverings on exiting roofs as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. streets department permit is required for any sidewalk and street closures. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. sheathing must comply with standard and not exceed allowable amount or need a new permit with plans. any new shingles should match existing as per phc.
- General permit minor Apr 2025Completed
Ez permit standards windows & doors for replacement of exterior windows & doors without submitting plans by meeting the conditions and design limitations below. any deviations from this permit standard will result in permit revocation. replace existing windows and exterior sliding doors as per attached documentation.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2024Completed
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. to install 2 air handlers connected to existing ductwork to this single family dwelling. no exterior work as per philadelphia historic approval
- Electrical permit Jan 2024Completed
1 switch, 16 circuits, 21 dedicated lines, 91 lights, 31 dimmers, 86 receptacles as per nec 2017
- Plumbing permit Dec 2023Completed
Will supply and install new water and waste piping from existing mains for basement laundry, first floor powder room, kitchen, (1) second floor bath, (2) third floor baths, and (1) fourth floor bar sink. 16 fixtures.
- Residential building permit Oct 2023Completed
For alterations to an existing single-family dwelling. alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvements throughout. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. *seperate permit from the commonwealth of pennsylvania required for elevator* **subject to the following condition of approval from the historical commission: phc staff to review window and door shop drawings via email for final approval.
- Zoning permit Oct 2023Issued
For the documentation of an existing roof deck, accessed from the fourth floor. size and location as shown on the application/plans. for no change to gfa, height or occupied area.
- Electrical permit Sep 2023Completed
12 receptacles,22 lights,5 switches,1 tv,1 bath fan,1 washer,14 kw electric dryer 50 % new wiring 50% old ( fished ). building permit app rp2023006563 as per 2017 nec
- Plumbing permit Sep 2023Completed
New toilet and a new lavatory with a washer and dryer in the basement.
- Residential building permit Aug 2023Completed
Basement finish including drywall & painting, details as shown on plan. no underpinning of foundation and no lowering of basement floor included.
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
Superfund site
2.0 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Merchants Exchange, 130 S 3rd St (1,200 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,500 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,900 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility and 2 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
450 ft
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
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
1,450 ft
McCall Gen George A Sch (1,450 ft), Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (1,800 ft), Meredith William M Sch (2,150 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.0 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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