517 Reed Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 517 Reed Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 7 permits, 1 not closed, and 58 violations, 9 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 517 Reed Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 9 open violations.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Nov 2025Expired
For the installation of one (1) type 1 commercial kitchen exhaust hoods with associated ductwork and fans as per plans.
- Residential building permit Nov 2024Completed
**make safe permit** for exterior wall repair to comply with violation case ##cf-2024-094511. not to exceed scope of work noted in engineer's report and shown on approved plans. separate permits required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on the violations. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion.
- Use permit Dec 2018Completed
For a food,beverages and groceries at first floor in the same building with single family household living above. no sign on this application.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2007Completed
Install house drain,stack and fixtures
- Alteration permit Jul 2007Completed
Demolish front wall and rebuild using 2"x6" studs, brick veneer, insulation, sheetrock. install windows and door (same size and location)
- Electrical permit Jun 2007Completed
Install new 200amp service up grade all electric through out single family dwelling as per 2005 nec (south dist).
- Alteration permit Jan 2007Completed
Install new replacement windows in the existing openings (no change to opening size) apply 1/2" to existing partitions, approx. 10 sheets (no new partitions). install new counters and cabinets.install new cmu lintels over rear window, door opening and one interior opening.
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
1.9 mi
Welsbach & General Gas Mantle (Camden Radiation) (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: Pintos Atlantic Inc, 1317 S 3rd St (1,150 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
2,400 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
800 ft
Kirkbride Eliza B Sch (800 ft), Vare-Washington El Sch (950 ft), Nebinger George W Sch (2,000 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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