55 High Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 55 High Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 10 permits, 2 not closed, and 60 violations, 11 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 55 High 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
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 11 open violations.
- General permit minor Sep 2023Expired
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code, all references codes and standards, and the attached ez standard, where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. 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.
- Fire suppression permit Sep 2021Completed
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13r throughout an existing structure to include 2 " main fire service line and 2" dc watts lf007m1qt backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia. amended as of 1/20/2022 for a replacement to the previously submitted backflow prevention system . slow-closing valve dc wilkins 950xlt2bfss to be provided.
- Electrical permit May 2021Completed
Complete electrical wiring with 1000a service all em .lighting and 110v interconnected smoke alarms. and install complete addressable fire alarm system with low frequency sound in all sleeping areas(living rms and bedrooms) and tamper switch and flow switch for nine unit apartment building as per approved drawings 2017 nec and 2016 nfpa 72. **drawings were noted**
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2021Completed
For installation of new hvac system to include heat pumps with indoor air handlers and associated duct work as per approved plans.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2021Completed
Supply and install water and drainage to 11 toilets, 11 lavs, 9 tubs, 9 kitchen sinks and 9 washer boxes according to the 2018 ppc.
- Commercial building permit Aug 2020Completed
Level iii interior alterations (no change of occupancy) for renovations to existing multi-family detached building. alteration to include the demolition of existing partition walls and the erection and new wall partitions, finishes and furnishing throughout as per approved plans. **building to be fully sprinklered**separate permits required for any mechanical, electrical, plumbing & fire suppression work**asbestos remediation required prior to start of work**
- Zoning permit May 2020Issued
For the erection of a new porch in front of an existing building and for the enlargement of existing roof decks. sizes and locations as shown in plans. for use as multi-family household living as previously approved.**no change to existing building height**
- Plumbing permit Oct 2010Completed
Reduce water meter to 5/8"
- Plumbing permit Apr 2009Completed
Ezplum
- Mechanical permit Feb 2007Completed
Install a 125,ooo btu forced hot air furnace 80%/3 ton a/c system for 2nd & 3rd floor. install a 90,000 btu forced hot air furnace/ 2 ton a/c system for 1st floor. air condensors located in rear yard.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave, winter weather. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
5 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Germantown Hall, Germantown Ave & Haines St (1,000 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,400 ft
21 Maplewood Mall. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,400 ft
Viz Manufacturing Co. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Radon potential
High
Average indoor levels here can exceed 4 pCi/L, EPA's action level. A $15 test kit settles it before you buy.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
2,700 ft
Roosevelt Theodore MS (2,700 ft), Mastery CS-Pickett Campus (3,350 ft), Mastery CS John Wister Elementary (3,800 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
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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