3232 Chatham Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3232 Chatham Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 33 permits, 8 not closed, and 26 violations, 6 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 3232 Chatham Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
8 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 6 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2026Issued
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo cp-2026-000259: plumbing installed to the 2018 philadelphia plumbing code section 919(philadelphia single stack/venting system) fixture replacement. all piping to be metallic
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Sep 2026Issued
Mechanical / fuel gas permit for combo cp-2026-000259: electrical : electrical fitout of fitness center < than 2k sq' . -2017 nec. **no fire alarm on this permit**
- Electrical permit Sep 2026Issued
Electrical permit for combo cp-2026-000259: electrical : electrical fitout of fitness center < than 2k sq' . -2017 nec. **no fire alarm on this permit**
- Commercial building permit Mar 2026Amendment application incomplete
For level ii alterations to an existing tenant space. for use as a business occupancy. alterations to include the a new accessible bathroom, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvments 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. asbestos abatement required prior to the start of work.
- Zoning permit Feb 2026Issued
Personal services
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2025Completed
For fuel gas system and piping as per approved plans.
- Plumbing permit Feb 2025Completed
Exterior plumbing to include 4" water distribution pipe, and sanitary/storm curb traps, fais, and main drains. installed in compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2024Completed
Installation of interior drainage, waste, vent, water supply for 344 fixtures. all work installed in compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans.
- Fire suppression permit Nov 2024Completed
For the installation of an automatic fire suppression sprinkler system tied to existing 4-inch fire service main with a backflow prevention assembly, standpipes, and fire pump in accordance with nfpa 13, 14 & 20. all work shall be done in accordance with approved plans/hydraulic calculations.
- Electrical permit Oct 2024Completed
Amendment: updating permit to include amended building plan to include generator installation. wiring of 35-residential units and 4-commercial retail units per 2017 nec per plans and plans attached. - 2000a, 3-phase 120/208v for residential units and 800a, 3-phase for commercial units - in addition, 800a, 3-phase for the house electrical distribution panel - 4" led disc lights throughout - decora switches and outlets - hardwire smoke detectors - new fire alarm installation per plans provided as per 2016 nfpa 72, which will extend to the fire pump. - wiring of the fire pump - builder grade bath fans supplied and installed by us. - kitchen under cabinet lights will be installed by us. - all electrical appliances throughout. - emergency lighting on the common areas - decorative light fixtures will be supplied by the builder and installed by us (vanity lights, outdoor lights, kitchen lights, scones, etc.) - permit and inspections will be included in total price
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Oct 2024Completed
For the installation of hvac equipment, appliances, ductwork and registers/diffusers per approved plans and manufacturer's specifications.
- Electrical permit Sep 2022Expired
20 amp afci circuit x1 20 amp duplex x1 20 amp gfci x1 fish only as per 2014 nec
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
1.2 mi
Franklin Slag Pile (MDC) (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: Gb Goldman Paper Co, 2201 E Allegheny Ave (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
1,650 ft
2281 E Ontario St and 7 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,350 ft
Monarch Mfg Works Inc and 14 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
2,300 ft
AMY at Martin (2,300 ft), Richmond Sch (2,350 ft), Memphis Street Academy CS @ JP Jones (2,400 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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