515 McKean Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 515 McKean Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 41 permits, 9 not closed, and 60 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 515 McKean Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
9 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2026Issued
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo rp-2026-007912
- Plumbing permit Oct 2026Issued
Plumbing permit (exterior building drainage) for combo rp-2026-007912
- Plumbing permit Oct 2026Issued
Plumbing permit (water distribution) for combo rp-2026-007912
- Fire suppression permit Oct 2026Issued
For installation of one-inch fire/domestic water service line and fire sprinkler system in accordance with approved plans, hydraulic calculations and nfpa 13d.
- Residential building permit Oct 2026Amendment requested
Erection of an attached structure for use as single-family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geo tech report. separate permits required for electrical, mechanical, plumbing and sprinkler (13d) work. (no underpinning on this permit). energy code compliance in accordance with 2021 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist and envelope testing certificate is required. both to be completed by an approved party. emrgency egress alley between neighbors 3 feet with fire rating as perp plans.
- Zoning permit Jul 2026Amendment requested
For the erection of an attached new structure with a cellar and an accessory roof deck (for residential use only) with roof access structure. size and location as shown in the application / plan.
- Electrical permit Jan 2025Completed
Amend permit 3/16/2026 - reduction in scope of work per updated contract supply and install new 100 amp service including a new 100 amp service cable om the exterior sleeved in pvc conduit if applicable, new 100 amp meter socket on exterior, new siemans 30 circuit panel with a 100amp main breaker. new breaker for every existing circuit properly sized, ground main electrical system is necessary, build backboard to mount panel if necessary, label the panel, provide permit and inspection. internal updates-repairs: supply and install dedicated 30 amp circuit for an electric dryer and install dryer receptacle, supply and install 2 gfci receptacles to replace existing on kitchen counter, tighten up several(up to 6) loose receptacles throughout, remove existing plastic molding in front bedroom and supply and install a metal raceway to properly protect the wiring. install 2nd floor bathroom receptacles in wall and remove existing plastic box, supply and install new wiring for existing outside light installed without wiring and switching, supply and install gfci protection for existing washer receptacle, supply and install led disk light above panel and make operational,, troubleshoot-evaluate flickering light in powder room and make necessary repairs. kitchen: supply and install three new gfci protected receptacles on kitchen counter, running 2 dedicated 20 amp circuits from the main electrical panel to feed them, supply and install a dedicated circuit for a disposal receptacle under sink with switching. we will be fishing wires throughout to allow for wiring. *********************************** fishing wires only *****************************
- Electrical permit Oct 2024Completed
100 amp service and panel, (13) 15 ampere duplex receptacle, (4) switch replacement, (3) new receptacle and circuit, (2) install flush mount led ceiling fixture, (2) 3-way switch replacement, replace bedroom fixture, (2) 10 yr smoke detector, install smoke/co detector. fishing only
- Electrical permit May 2021Completed
Install 3 circuits for gfci's first floor, 2 gfci circuit on 2nd floor. install 2 circuits with outlet on 1st floor. all wiring by fishing as per 2014 nec
- Plumbing permit Mar 2021Completed
Install shower, toilet and vanity, replace kitchen sink install waste lines to fixtures ppc 2018 bp 2020-016372
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Feb 2021Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances - (all required duct work, 1- 95% 88,000 btu gas furnace 3ton drive, 1- 14 seer 3 ton condenser 1- appliances, 10- diffusers). for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. each hvac unit to be self-contained within each dwelling unit. no penetrations of rated assemblies.
- Residential building permit Jan 2021Issued
Rebuilding the rear two levels of structure (kitchen & bathroom) for philadelphia housing development corporation (phdc) emergency repairs program basic systems repairs program (bsrp). no increase to building footprint.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave, winter weather. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
1.5 mi
Publicker Industries Inc. (Deleted 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: Terri Pinto, 1703-13 S 7th St (1,450 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
350 ft
Growing Home Garden. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,250 ft
Catalyst International Gasket Materials Corp and 3 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
1,250 ft
Furness Horace HS (1,250 ft), Southwark Sch (1,600 ft), Key Francis Scott Sch (1,900 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.8 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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