4317 Tower Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 4317 Tower Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 9 permits, 6 not closed, and 50 violations, 5 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 4317 Tower Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 5 open violations.
- Zoning permit Apr 2026Issued
For the relocation of lot lines to create three (3) lots (premises “b”, premises “c”, premises “d”) from one (1) lot; size and location as shown on the plan.
- Electrical permit Nov 2024Expired
Rewire entire premises which includes installing wiring for receptacles,switches,gfis,smoke detectors,lighting fixtures and all electrical systems.install complete 100 amp service.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2023Expired
Install 10 fixtures.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2023Expired
Seal lateral for demo
- Residential building permit Aug 2021Expired
For the erection of additions to an existing three (3) story structure to include a one-story addition at the ground level and the addition of a roof deck above the first floor accessed by exterior stairs as per approved plan; for use as single-family household living. *separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work* ** amend to change special inspection agency (sia) from james clancy. to ar engineers and dprc-si from james clancy from alex rong, and the construction of a retaining wall (underpinning not part of review) and the relocation of an exterior staircase, as per amended plans and documents. **
- Zoning permit Feb 2021Issued
For additions to an existing 3 story attached structure to include the erection of a one story addition at the ground level, and the addition of a roof deck above the first floor accessed by exterior stairs. size and locations per plans.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2020Completed
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.
- Alteration permit May 2016Completed
Make safe permit to comply case #156851; work to include: support non load bearing retaining wall with support shoring as per inspector's instructions(2" x 12") a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #156851.
- Alteration permit Apr 2007Completed
Remove fence wall and make repairs to rear/side wall
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: George M Germanovich Jr, 469 Conchester Hwy (1,000 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
650 ft
133 Grape St Hanson Associates. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
950 ft
Richardsapex Inc and 3 more within a mile. 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
3,400 ft
Dobson James Sch (3,400 ft), Cook-Wissahickon Sch (3,950 ft), Roxborough HS (4,100 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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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- This is a house, not an apartment. Check the lot boundaries, car access, and how water drains from the yard after rain, including whether the neighboring lot sits higher and could send water toward the property.
- Semi-detached or row house: the shared wall matters. Listen from the room adjoining the neighbor's side and ask whether any structural work has been done there.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Check the condition of the fence, yard, and sidewalk out front: who is responsible for upkeep, and whether there are any boundary disputes with neighbors.
- Check the sewer connection (public network or septic tank) and the water source (public network or well), including pressure and water quality.
- Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
- Check exactly where you'd park: a spot in the yard or garage, or street parking, and how crowded the street gets in the evening.
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