3934 Spruce Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 3934 Spruce Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 27 permits, all closed, and 27 violations, 8 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 3934 Spruce 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
Every permit on file is closed out. 8 open violations.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2025Completed
For installation of hvac appliances and equipment per approved plans and manufacturer's specifications.
- Commercial building permit Jan 2025Completed
For level 1 alterations to repair drywall as needed. for use as previously approved. no alterations to fire rated assemblies. as per approved plans.
- Commercial building permit Feb 2018Completed
Make safe permit -- remove damage steel where needed install, new footers, install new railing and new deck railing, per approved plans to resolve case #595200. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6' in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #595200. contact area inspector prior to start of work.
- Electrical permit Jun 2017Completed
Lighting and power in new stairwell 40 lights and 20 receptacles per 2008 nec (university complex)west district
- Alteration permit Apr 2017Completed
For the removal of a fire escape and for the erection of a new fire-resistance rated stair tower and platform serving two existing structures. new openings to be created in exterior walls to create access to the new raised platform.
- Zoning/use permit Nov 2016Completed
For the erection of a new stair tower ( 50.3' high) in between two(2) buildings (3926 sparuce st and 3928 spruce st)( not increase height of existing building ) on the same lot existing seventeen (17) units for the maximum 32 occupants total (group living) in existing structures.(size and location as shown in the application).
- Zoning permit Jun 2016Completed
Relocation of lot lines to create one lot from two lots (3926 and 3928 spruce st)
- Zoning permit Jun 2016Completed
Relocation of lot lines to create one lot from two lots (3926 and 3928 spruce st) ***refer plans to a/p # 679119****
- Plumbing permit Mar 2016Completed
5x4 curb trap 4 vent pa20160832229 self certification's are no longer permitted","all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 ft in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Alteration permit Aug 2011Completed
Interior alterations as per plan
- Electrical permit Aug 2011Completed
Supply and install 2 fan & light combos, 2 ded gfi outlets,1 motion sensor,2 switches,5 hi hats mc cable
- Zoning permit May 2011Completed
Addition of 3 foot high metal fence along spruce st and a 6ft high cedar/wood fence within the property line on the east and west sides of the property
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave, winter weather. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Va Med Ctr, 3900 Woodland Ave (850 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,250 ft
Modern Laundry. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,650 ft
Good Humor Corp 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
200 ft
Drexel Development Historic District. 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
1,750 ft
Penn Alexander Sch (1,750 ft), Robeson HS for Human Services (2,250 ft), Powel Samuel Sch (3,250 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.8 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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