511 South Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 511 South Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 16 not closed, and 60 violations, 3 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 511 South Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
16 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 3 open violations.
- Fire suppression permit Aug 2026Issued
Ez kitchen fire suppression- 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. install a wet chemical kitchen fire suppression system for a 14'-0" hood.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jul 2026Issued
For the installation of a type 1 commercial kitchen hood (14'-0") and associated ductwork, fans as per approved plans. separate permits required for electrical and fire suppression work. **imc 2018**
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jul 2026Issued
For a mechanical work to accommodate an existing structure. all work to be done per approved plans.** if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. **
- Zoning permit May 2026Issued
Visitor accommodations
- Plumbing permit Apr 2026Issued
Alterations to restaurant. interior installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for listed fixtures. all materials shall be metallic to roof extension. venting to be designed and installed in accordance with section 919 philadelphia single stack vent system. all work to be installed in strict compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans
- Electrical permit Feb 2026Issued
Existing 200 amps service. wiring of the 1st floor according to approved electrical plans. ***no fire alarm on this permit***
- Commercial building permit Dec 2025Issued
For level ii alterations to an existing structre. for use as a business occupancy (sit-down restaurant). alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvments throughout. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
- Zoning permit Dec 2025Issued
Eating and drinking establishments - sit-down restaurant
- Plumbing permit May 2025Completed
Replacement of the 0.75 domestic backflow preventer.
- Zoning permit Apr 2025Issued
Limited lodging
- Plumbing permit Jan 2025Expired
Replace 5" curb trap with fresh air inlet.
- Administrative permit Apr 2024Expired
For the documentations of a certificate of occupancy for a retail sale of food, beverages, and groceries and consumer goods at first floor. *********no work approved on this permit. **********************
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.0 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 715-717 Passyunk Ave Site, 715-717 Passyunk Ave (800 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
850 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,900 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
450 ft
Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church. 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
950 ft
Meredith William M Sch (950 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (1,000 ft), Nebinger George W Sch (2,100 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.8 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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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- The building has commercial space on the ground floor. Ask about their hours, check where the ventilation or refrigeration units are, and what time deliveries happen in the morning.
- Schedule a viewing on a weekday too, between 6:00 and 7:30 PM, the window when the building is busiest: neighbors, parking, elevator.
- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
- Ask for the latest maintenance bill from a winter month, not a summer one: that's where the real cost of living there shows up.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
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