516 Catharine Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 516 Catharine Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 31 permits, 11 not closed, and 2 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 516 Catharine Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
11 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Site / utility permit Nov 2026Issued
Site / utility permit for rp-2026-008123
- Electrical permit Mar 2026Issued
***nec 2017 fishing only*** 200a service replacement 200a grounding system 40ckt main breaker panel complete home surge protection device laundry flush mount led fixture audible gfci circuit for sewage pump 240v 20a circuit for utility exterior outlet
- Zoning permit May 2024Issued
Visitor accommodations
- Plumbing permit May 2024Completed
Curb trap, fresh air inlet, complete main drain interior from front to rear of basement.
- Zoning permit Sep 2023Issued
Limited lodging
- Electrical permit Apr 2023Expired
(13) basic recessed light fixture install 200 a service new line & panel with proper grounding (3) basic ceiling mounted light fixture (9) single pole switch (18) receptacle door buzzer basic under counter light fixture install only provided by owner coaxial cable jack telphone jack smoke detector 120v basic installation smoke detector outdoor basic installation security light as per 2017 nec
- Residential building permit Apr 2023Expired
For removal and replacement of the ground floor concrete slab and interior alterations per plans. separate permits are required for all associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2023Completed
Repair/replace: curb trap, fresh air inlet, main house drain, yard drain, stack, hot water heater and water distribution. not going above the first floor for plumbing, kitchen sink will be removed and replaced. repairing under ground plumbing that was in the slab and defective
- Electrical permit Mar 2022Completed
(kitchen) run 3 120volt 20amp lines for 6 gfci receptacles, run a 240volt 30amp line for a wall oven, run a 240volt 50amp line for a cooktop, install 11 old work recessed lights and 5 switches, install 3 120volt 20 amp receptacles 1 for refrigerator,1 for dishwasher and 1 for garbage disposal. relocate dining room ceiling light, install 1 240volt 20amp for oven/microwave, install 1 receptacle for wine cooler install 7 old work recessed lights and 1 dimmer as per 2014 nec
- Plumbing permit Mar 2022Completed
Replacing kitchen sink, garbage disposal, and dishwasher on existing waste and water lines
- Residential building permit Mar 2022Completed
Ez permit standards alterations - for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work any modifications to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations, including underpinning, excavation, and removal of foundation slab. work in the basement or cellar is not included on the ez alt permit. kitchen remodel, with installation of gypsum-wall-board, & flooring. setting cabinets and countertops. separate permits required for mechanical, electric and plumbing.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2020Completed
For exterior plumbing to include lateral seal as per 2018 philadelphia plumbing code.
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
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
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 601 Christian St, 601 Christian St (400 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,250 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,000 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility and 3 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
Bethel Burial Ground. 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
500 ft
Meredith William M Sch (500 ft), Nebinger George W Sch (800 ft), Vare-Washington El Sch (1,750 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.6 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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