423 Mechanic Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 423 Mechanic Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 9 permits, 2 not closed, and 59 violations, 12 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 423 Mechanic 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. 12 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2024Expired
Repair sewer line
- General permit minor Apr 2023Completed
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code, all references codes and standards, and the attached ez standard, where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. a separate permit from the philadelphia department of streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. all means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the philadelphia building code chapter 33 shall be in place prior to start of work.
- Administrative permit Aug 2016Completed
Amend permit number 675878 to reflect change on plan
- Use permit Jun 2016Abandoned
Use as a two family dwelling
- Alteration permit Mar 2016Completed
To legalize the removal by hand of a one story rear laundry room; the erection of a rear yard deck on existing foundation accessory to a semi-detached single family dwelling as shown on submitted plan. separate permits required for other work outside of this permit.
- Zoning permit Mar 2016Completed
To legalize the removal by hand of a one story rear laundry room; the erection of a rear yard deck on existing foundation accessory to a semi-detached single family dwelling as shown on submitted plan.
- Electrical permit Oct 2015Completed
200amp service,panel,meter and rewire throughout per 2008 nec (sfd)north district
- Alteration permit Oct 2015Completed
Ez interior alterations. applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standard for interior alterations, dated january 2011. deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties. licensed contractor to be listed on permit. separate permits required for plumbing, electric and hvac. call inspector at district office at least 24 hours prior to start
- Alteration permit Oct 2015Completed
Make safe permit - for (front loose and missing bricks, side bay and rear shed wall and roof) to resolve case 302656. 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 302656.
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
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Tague Lumber, 560 E High St (1,100 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
1,300 ft
Viz Manufacturing Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Radon potential
High
Average indoor levels here can exceed 4 pCi/L, EPA's action level. A $15 test kit settles it before you buy.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
1,750 ft
Roosevelt Theodore MS (1,750 ft), Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary (3,400 ft), Emlen Eleanor C Sch (4,050 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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