3831 Walnut Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3831 Walnut Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 50 permits, 2 not closed, and 3 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 3831 Walnut Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2024Expired
Repair/replace 1" water distribution pipe curb-in.
- Sign permit Aug 2016Completed
For the erection of two (2) internally illuminated projection signs and one (1) internally-illuminated wall sign as per approved plans and design calculations. separate permit required for any electrical work.
- Electrical permit Jun 2016Completed
Furnish and install 1 new horn/strobe and 2 new strobes tied to existing fire alarm circuits testing & certification by ll vendor as per nfpa72 (west district)
- Zoning/use permit Jun 2016Completed
Installing two illum blade signs, installing one illum window sign. installing one illum siren sign. installing 7 vinyl signs, as per attached drawings.
- Mechanical permit Apr 2016Completed
For the installation of new hvac split systems with associated ductwork, thermostats and appliances as per plans.
- Suppression permit Apr 2016Completed
Ez permit stadard alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
- Electrical permit Mar 2016Completed
Electrical fit out of take out/sit down coffee shop- to include service formm ll main gear, branch circuits for lighting and power along with connection to mechanical equipment pulling of tele data cable along with terminations as needed to as per nec 2008 west district
- Plumbing permit Feb 2016Completed
Interior plumbing alterations for a "starbucks" restaurant tenant fit-out - fixture/equipment piping per tables p-506, p-811.2 & p-904.7 of the philadelhia plumbing code 2004 - water supplies to fixtures/equipment will be protected against backflow by an isolation method listed in table 608.1 of the 2009 international plumbing code
- Alteration permit Feb 2016Completed
Interior demo & alterations, fit out shell space, finishes, new concrete flooring, interior walls and ceiling, lighting, furnishings, kitchen and equipment, architectural embellishments, casework, finishes and furniture as per plans and specifications. no signs this pemrit. building sprinklered. additional permits req: electrical, plumbing, hvac, sprinklers, signs
- Use permit Jan 2016Completed
For a take out restaurant on partial 1st floor with all other uses as previously approved in an existing structure. no sign on this permit.
- Electrical permit Jan 2016Completed
Office fit out,install duplex and quadplex receptacles,furniture feeds and new lighting. f&i power for new hvac units per 2008 nec (office space)install new strobes to existing fa system per nfpa 72
- Suppression permit Nov 2015Completed
Relocate of (40) sprinkler heads to accomdate new wall/ceiling layouts
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
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Va Med Ctr, 3900 Woodland Ave (1,650 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,650 ft
Modern Laundry and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,500 ft
Ge Co Re Entry Sys Department and 3 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
Pennsylvania Railroad Freight Building. 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
1,900 ft
Robeson HS for Human Services (1,900 ft), Powel Samuel Sch (2,100 ft), Science Leadership Academy MS (2,100 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.1 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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