5133 Arch Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 5133 Arch Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 13 permits, 3 not closed, and 49 violations, 15 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 5133 Arch Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 15 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2024Completed
Replace water service curb trap fresh air inlet and main drain
- General permit minor Oct 2024Completed
Ez exterior wall coverings - for the applications of exterior wall coverings as per attached standards. deviations from these standards shall result in permit revocation and require submission of construction and site plans. 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.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2022Expired
Install waterlines and waste lines waste lines and set six fixtures
- Electrical permit Nov 2022Expired
Install all new wiring and devices throughout 1st floor addition in accordance with nec 2014.
- Residential building permit Jan 2022Expired
For renovation and the erection of a rear addition to an existing attached structure.
- Use permit Dec 2013Completed
Legalize a single family dwelling
- Mechanical permit Aug 2013Completed
Install ductwork and 3-ton a/c unit only - no heater (sfd)
- Electrical permit Jun 2013Completed
200amp service, wiring throughout as per 2008 nec (sfd)
- Alteration permit Apr 2013Completed
Int alt-sfd as per ez permit standards, (interior demolition, framing kitchen & bathroom, parge basement walls. applicant agrees to ez permits standard for interior alteration dated feb.2007 deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties. plumbing, electrical and mechanical approvals are not part of this permit. separate permits are required.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2013Completed
1 kitchen, 1 laundry, 2 wc, 2 lav, 2 bath tubs with soil pipe and water lines
- Plumbing permit Feb 2009Completed
Replace house trap and fresh air inlet
- Plumbing permit Dec 2008Completed
Replacing curb trap
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.4 mi
Austin Avenue Radiation Site (Deleted NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Brownfield site
2,600 ft
Enterprise Heights 4700 06 Market Street. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
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
1,650 ft
West Philadelphia HS (1,650 ft), Rhoads James Sch (2,300 ft), Parkway West (2,450 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.2 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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