33 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 33 South 3rd Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 51 permits, 9 not closed, and 60 violations, 25 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 33 South 3rd Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
9 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 25 open violations.
- Electrical permit Sep 2026Issued
Relocating existing horn/strobes and manual pull stations. installing new manual pull station, horn/strobe and strobe. to be tied in existing fire alarm panel. existing fire alarm panel to trip main silent knight panel in the main building. installation shall comply with 2019 nfpa 72.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2026Issued
Alterations and change of use to a grocery store. interior installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for listed fixtures. all materials shall be metallic to roof extension. venting to be designed and installed in accordance with section 919 philadelphia single stack vent system. all work to be installed in strict compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans
- Zoning permit Feb 2026Issued
Retail sales - food, beverages, and groceries - farmer's market
- Zoning permit Apr 2024Issued
Visitor accommodations
- Electrical permit Jul 2022Expired
Remove and replace light fixtures and devices throughout. as per nec 2017
- Plumbing permit Jul 2022Expired
4 water closets, 4 lavs, 4 tubs, 4 kitchen sinks, & 4 hot water tanks.
- Commercial building permit Apr 2022Expired
For level ii interior alterations at second through fifth floors per approved plans. separate permits requied for mechanical, electrical and plumbing. **amend plan set to revise/improve graphics and text; no change in proposed work**
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Dec 2021Completed
For a new mechanical installation in an existing structure. work to include the installation of a ductwork for furture use. **ductwork only**
- Plumbing permit Nov 2021Completed
New 6" sanitary connection on chestnut street
- Electrical permit Aug 2021Completed
Install wiring and grounding for a peco vault as per approved drawings and 2017 nec. install fire pump service as per approved drawings. install service as per drawings 800 amp 3 phase incoming service. 3hr fire doors for seperation.name services 1 of 1 and 2 of 2. all work to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec. **only service work is approved on these drawings** *separate electrical permit req'd for any other wiring* amendment : 1/25/22 see amendment tab. fitout for electric and fire alarm of 13 apartments and 1 commercial space.
- Fire suppression permit Feb 2021Completed
Combined automatic sprinkler & wet standpipe systems with a six (6) inch backflow prevention (bfp) assembly to serve previously approved 5-story, mixed use building to connect to existing fire service at flange inside building. with new electric fire pump and all related items, supply and installation of all required piping, hangers and fittings per nfpa 13, supply and installation of (1) new standpipe in stair tower.
- Electrical permit Dec 2020Completed
Rough in electrical wiring as per drawings submitted under permit application ep-2020-010309
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
Superfund site
2.1 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Chem Heritage Foundation, 313 Chestnut St (300 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
1,700 ft
U S Department Of The Treasury U S Mint At Philadelphia and 5 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
400 ft
United States Custom House. 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
450 ft
Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (450 ft), National Constitution Center HS (1,900 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (2,600 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.3 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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