5210 Arch Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 5210 Arch Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 34 permits, 12 not closed, and 60 violations, 5 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 5210 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
12 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 5 open violations.
- Electrical permit Jun 2026Issued
Install new400 amp service install new fire alarm system rewire ight fixtures outlets switches smoke alarms as per approved drawings-2017 nec
- Plumbing permit May 2026Issued
New construction of mixed use building with 1 commercial unit and 2 residential units. interior installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for listed fixtures. all materials shall be metallic to roof extension. venting to be designed and installed in accordance with section 919 philadelphia single stack vent system. all work to be installed in strict compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2026Issued
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other work.
- Fire suppression permit May 2026Issued
For the installation of a new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout the commercial space and nfpa 13r throughout the residential spaces throughout with a 2" fire service line and 2" backflow prevention assembly. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Plumbing permit May 2026Completed
Install two 1" ws, 5" sanitary curb trap, 6" storm curb trap, 4 " vents, 5 and 6 inch building drains.
- Zoning permit Apr 2026Issued
Retail sales - consumer goods
- Plumbing permit Jan 2026Completed
Removal of the existing main drain replace the existing main drain line and install a new main drain connected to the existing sewer system
- Residential building permit Dec 2025Completed
For the replacement of the basement slab, creation of a curb, and parging foundation walls to comply the violations in cf-2025-106730 in an existing attached structure used as a two-family dwelling as per building application/plan/engineer report.
- Site / utility permit Oct 2025Issued
Site / utility permit for cp-2025-004611
- Commercial building permit Oct 2025Issued
For the erection of an attached 3-story structure for use as mixed-use vacant commercial (separate co required) and multi-family household living three (3) dwelling units (r-2). the building is fully sprinklered in accordance with nfpa 13r (residential) and nfpa 13 (vacant commercial). all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permiits to be obtained for all other work. **a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required within 9 feet of the building facade in accordance with section 3306 of the 2018 ibc. separate building and/or streets department permit required prior to the start of any work ** excavation permit required ** project includes underpinning of adjacent structures ** adjustment of adjacent chimney/vents required **
- Zoning permit Aug 2025Issued
For the erection of an attached building. size and locaton as shown on plans.
- Electrical permit Mar 2025Completed
Replacement only of the existing fire alarm devices in building, per building inspectors request, to include: -5 smoke detectors -3 pull stations -4 horn strobes *no new wiring to be done at all*
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
2.3 mi
Austin Avenue Radiation Site (Deleted NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
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
1,900 ft
West Philadelphia HS (1,900 ft), Rhoads James Sch (2,550 ft), Parkway West (2,800 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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