512 Arbutus Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 512 Arbutus Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 11 permits, 2 not closed, and 4 violations.
- 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 512 Arbutus 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. No open violations.
- General permit minor Feb 2023Expired
Ez interior demolition- for the interior demolition on non-bearing partition wall and ceilings as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk and street closures.
- Electrical permit Jan 2022Expired
Switch leg-wire from switch to light x1 circuit extension 10ft x3 provide and install color select-able 4 inch flat wafer recessed light. x4 diva c.l dimmer x1 switch leg-wire from switch to light x1 circuit extension 10ft x3 provide and install color select-able 4 inch flat wafer recessed light x4 diva c.l dimmer x1 replace a chandelier style or larger fixture with multiple components and/or 15-25 lbs. x1 circuit extension 10ft x1 switch leg-wire from switch to light x1 provide and install color select-able 4 inch flat wafer recessed light. x1 diva c.l dimmer x1 fish only as per 2014 nec
- Mechanical permit Mar 2016Completed
Install 1 heatpump and 1 hvac unit with ductwork (sfd)
- Administrative permit Mar 2016Completed
To amend permit #583301 to change the framing as per plans. no foundation changes on this permit.
- Electrical permit Mar 2016Completed
Installing new 200 amp service, outlets, switches, light fixtures and hard wired smoke detectors per 2008 nec (sfd)north district
- Plumbing permit Mar 2016Completed
Installatoin of 4 w/closets, 4 lavs, 3 bath tubs, 1 kitchen sink, 1 laundry (sfd)the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Plumbing permit Dec 2015Completed
Install new curb traps storm/sanitary install new water service from main to meter. combo-pa1#20153450236-"self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Zoning/use permit Apr 2015Completed
New construction to existing lot with upgraded foundation. no change to height or width.
- New construction permit Apr 2015Completed
For the erection of a three (3) story semi-detached structure as per plans. separate permit required for mechanical, electrical and plumbing.
- Demolition permit Jun 2014Completed
For resolution of l&i case# 431030 for complete demolition of site to remove existing three (3) story above grade place detached building of stone masonry & frame construction. all permitted demolition activity to be in accordance with approved site safety demolition plan & such plan to be maintained on site at all times.
- Zoning/use permit Jun 2014Completed
For complete demolition of site to remove existing detached building; size & location as shown in approved plans. for use as a vacant lot; use registration permit required prior to occupancy.
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
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Pastorious Court Apt, 501 W Hortter St (750 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
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
1,300 ft
Henry Charles W Sch (1,300 ft), Lingelbach Anna L Sch (2,400 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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