522 Spruce Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 522 Spruce Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 3 not closed, and 60 violations, 1 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 522 Spruce Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Electrical permit Dec 2025Completed
Bath: (2) install recessed light. office: (1) install recessed light, (1) install transformer, (5) recessed fixture, (7) recessed fixture, (5) receptacles, (1) quad receptacle, (1) circuit 2nd office: (1) ceiling mounted fixture, (1) wall fixture, (1) recessed fixture, (1) transformer, (3) recessed light, (8) recessed fixture, (7) receptacles (1) quad receptacle combo (1) circuit, closet: (1) recessed light (1) door jam switch
- Residential building permit Dec 2025Completed
For interior alterations to the fourth floor level of an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. separate permits are required for all associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. no work to the exterior per philadelphia historic commission approval.
- General permit minor May 2025Expired
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. to install hardie panel fiber cement siding running horizontally on the rear exterior façade at 526 spruce street to cover the existing damaged brown wooden siding. rear addition only. no vinyl siding. no capping of windows(as per phc conditions). ** existing philadelphia historic property**
- Plumbing permit Apr 2025Completed
Replace 5" curb trap with fresh air inlet.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2025Completed
Replace 4" sewer from foundation wall to rear of building. interior only
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Oct 2024Completed
For the installation of hvac appliances, equipment, ductwork and registers/diffusers per approved plans and manufacturer's specifications. *2018 imc review*
- Electrical permit Aug 2024Completed
Supply and install: (186) fixtures, (30) switches, (26) circuits, (203) receptacles, (47) dimmers. install new 200 amp, 40 position panel. install dedicated line for elevator and hvac.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2024Completed
Renovation basement. 1 toilet, 1 lav, 1 shower, 1 laundry sink, 1 sink 1st floor 1 wc 1 lav, 1 kitchen sink 2nd floor 2 wc, 3 lavs, 2 showers) 3rd floor 2 wc, 3 lavs, 1 tub, 1 shower) 4th floor 1 wc, 1 lav, 1 shower) all replacements due to a firem - 25 fixtures
- Residential building permit Jul 2024Completed
For alterations to an existing attached structure. alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings and new framing members. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
- Electrical permit Feb 2024Completed
Bathroom remodel. rewire and replace all devices and fixtures. no exterior work
- Plumbing permit Feb 2024Completed
Bathroom remodel. replace 4 fixtures
- Residential building permit Feb 2024Completed
Bathroom renovation
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.1 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Brownfield site
1,700 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,050 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility and 2 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
550 ft
McCall Gen George A Sch (550 ft), Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (1,950 ft), National Constitution Center HS (1,950 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.9 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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