3216 Wallace Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3216 Wallace Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 18 permits, 1 not closed, and 39 violations, 5 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 3216 Wallace Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 5 open violations.
- Electrical permit Feb 2023Completed
Installing in 2nd floor bathroom four recess led recess lights and one 120 volt circuit for gfci receptacle as per 2017 nec
- Plumbing permit Jan 2023Completed
Replace fixtures in second floor hall bathroom , shower , toilet , lav , without piping
- General permit minor Dec 2022Completed
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.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2016Completed
Installation on 6 water closets, 6 lavs, 3 bath tubs, 3 kitchens, 1 laundry
- Electrical permit May 2016Completed
300amp service & wiring throughout & install 4-meter sockets as per nec 2008 & install fire alarm as per nfpa 72
- Suppression permit Mar 2016Completed
For the installation of an automatic fire suppression system throughout a three-story multi-family structure with accordance with nfpa 13r standards. system is provided with a backflow prevention assembly, and serviced via a 2" fire service main line.
- Mechanical permit Mar 2016Completed
Install (3) heat pump systems with ductwork. (multi-family)
- Addition permit Nov 2015Completed
For the complete change in use and occupancy classification. for the erection of a rear three (3) story addition, one (1) story addition above an existing two (2) story portion, decks, and level iii interior alterations to include fit-out as per approved plans. separate permit required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression work.
- Zoning/use permit Sep 2015Closed
For the addition of a 3rd floor above an existing two story attached structure and for the erection of a three story addition at the rear of the existing two story attached structure, and for the erection of two (2) decks, one (1) on the 2nd floor and one (1) on the 3rd floor, at the rear of the existing three story attached structure. for use of entire structure as multi-family household living (3 units).
- Alteration permit May 2014Expired
New sheetrock, concrete steps, total replacement of kitchen including sink, replace broken studs for framing, new doors, windows, total replacement of bathroom including sink and toilet. additional permits will be required for plumbing and electrical. -sfd (applicant agrees to ez permits standard for interior alteration dated feb.2011 deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties. plumbing, electrical and mechanical approvals are not part of this permit. separate permits are required.)
- Plumbing permit Oct 2012Completed
Replace curb trap and fresh air inlet install new rr vent box (sfd)pa1#20122891425
- Suppression permit Apr 2012Completed
Installation of a nfpa 13d (rfss) fire suppression system in a 2-family dwelling - 1" feed main, 1" rise, 1" cross main, 1" branch lines.
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
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Exxon Rs 2 1631, 501 N 31st St (900 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,300 ft
Mantua Urban Peace Garden and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,250 ft
Halpern Co and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
High-voltage line
550 ft
230 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
1,450 ft
McMichael Morton Sch (1,450 ft), Powel Samuel Sch (3,050 ft), Science Leadership Academy MS (3,050 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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