401 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 401 Chestnut Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 19 permits, 1 not closed, and 60 violations, 9 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 401 Chestnut 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. 9 open violations.
- Fire suppression permit Mar 2021Expired
For installation of anew 4" colt c300 backflow preventor as per plans.
- Sign permit Apr 2019Completed
For the installong a awning (sign copy on the front only) to the front of the building as per approved plan.
- Zoning/use permit Mar 2019Completed
For the erection of one (1) non-illuminated marquee sign (awning, copy on front face only).
- Electrical permit Mar 2018Completed
Renovations, change approx. 150 light fixtures, install 400 new devices (outlets & switches), 200 boxes for tele/data as per 2008 nec (cc district)
- Suppression permit Nov 2017Completed
Install ul 300 fire suppression system.for the installation of new wet chemical kitchen fire suppression system as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.
- Mechanical permit Nov 2017Completed
Install ul710 kitchen hood as per plan. exhaust fans/ductwork approved under ap#823862.
- Administrative permit Nov 2017Completed
To amend previously issued ap#831480 to correct the permit language to have signs "c" and "d" be wall signs, as shown on the previously approved plans, which were erroneously called projection signs; permit to now read as follows: for the removal of existing signage on chestnut st and s 4th st frontage, and for the installation of one (1) accessory, statically illuminated wall sign attached to an existing marquee ("a" on plans), two (2) accessory, non-illuminated wall signs ("b" on plans), and two (2) accessory, statically illuminated wall signs ("c" and "d" on plans), as per plans; all signs accessory to existing use of visitor accommodations (renaissance hotel) and previously approved use of sit-down restaurants (chez ben, m. browns); no other work on this permit.
- Sign permit Nov 2017Completed
For the removal of existing signage on chestnut st and s 4th st frontage, and for the installation of one (1) accessory, statically illuminated wall sign attached to an existing marquee ("a" on plans), two (2) accessory, non-illuminated wall signs ("b" on plans), and two (2) accessory, double-faced, statically illuminated projection signs ("c" and "d" on plans), as per plans; all signs accessory to existing use of visitor accommodations (renaissance hotel) and previously approved use of sit-down restaurants (chez ben, m. browns); no other work on this permit.
- Mechanical permit Oct 2017Completed
Alterations to existing hvac system to include demolition of existing ductwork and installation of new grd's, two (2) water source heat pumps and kitchen exhaust with grease duct for a hotel as per approved plans. separate permits required for any kitchen hood installation.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2017Completed
Alterations: interior plumbing; commercial space & guestrooms of hotel public space; 15-wc, 3-ur, 7-lav, 15-fd, 14-fs, 2-sh; connections to be to existing sanitary,vent & domestic - the installation will comply with the philadephia plubming code 2004
- Zoning/use permit Oct 2017Completed
The erection of one (1) internally illuminated marquee sign. three (3) flat wall signs, one (1) neon sign without color change. signs accessory to a previously approved hotel.
- Electrical permit Sep 2017Completed
Renovation of 4 levels public space to include electrical demo,temp lighting/power,2 panels/step down transformers w/feeders,mech equip lines,kitchen equip lines,lighting fixtures,lighting controls,receptacles per 2008 nec (hotel)add relocate fire alarm devices per nfpa 72
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
2.2 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
5 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Chem Heritage Foundation, 313 Chestnut St (400 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
1,650 ft
U S Department Of The Treasury U S Mint At Philadelphia and 2 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
Continental Building and 1 more listings close by. 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
300 ft
Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (300 ft), National Constitution Center HS (1,350 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (2,100 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.2 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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