427 Monroe Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 427 Monroe Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 42 permits, 2 not closed, and 20 violations, 2 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 427 Monroe 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. 2 open violations.
- Commercial building permit Mar 2023Expired
For a change of occupancy (no change in occupancy classification) and level ii alterations to include new partitions, doors, stairs, furnishings, and finishes as per approved plans. separate permits required for mep work.
- Zoning permit Apr 2022Issued
Group living - single-room residence; vacant
- Commercial building permit Feb 2022Completed
Make safe permit- for (deteriorated rear deck. repair and/or replace the spindles for the railings and any bracing or brackets/clips.) to resolve case cf-2022-008755. 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 cf-2022-008755.in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion.” make safe: to comply the violations for cf-2022-008755, deteriorated rear deck. repair and/or replace the spindles for the railings and any bracing or brackets/clips.
- Commercial building permit Feb 2022Completed
Make safe permit- for (deteriorated rear deck. repair and/or replace the spindles for the railings and any bracing or brackets/clips.) to resolve case cf-2022-008754. 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 cf-2022-008754.in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion.” make safe: to comply the violations for cf-2022-008754, deteriorated rear deck. repair and/or replace the spindles for the railings and any bracing or brackets/clips.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2019Completed
Replace curb trap and main drain, installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Plumbing permit Feb 2019Completed
Replace 40' of 4" pipe like in kind section of main drain in basement.per 2004 philadelphia plumbing code
- Zoning/use permit Jun 2015Completed
Erection of one channel letter flat wall sign
- Administrative permit May 2014Completed
Temporay co for permit 505235 for entire building
- Suppression permit Mar 2014Completed
Install new fire suppression system and 2" service in accordance with nfpa 13r throughout the entire building. all work shall comply with the approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Mechanical permit Feb 2014Completed
Install 16 fujitsu ductless 18,000btu mini-split systems, no ductwork(multi-family)condensors on roof(see engineers letter in ole)
- Electrical permit Feb 2014Completed
Wire 16 apts, new fire alarm, including switches, outlets, fixtures & new 600amp 3 phase as per nec 2008 & nfpa 72 (multi units) ***see log***
- Plumbing permit Dec 2013Completed
78 fixtures with piping as per 2004 phila.plumbing code
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
1.9 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 601 Christian St, 601 Christian St (1,150 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
500 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,550 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility 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
300 ft
Meredith, William M., School. 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
Meredith William M Sch (300 ft), Nebinger George W Sch (1,600 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (1,700 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.7 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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