5517 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 5517 North 3rd Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 7 permits, all closed, and 19 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 5517 North 3rd 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
Every permit on file is closed out. No open violations.
- General permit minor Apr 2026Completed
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.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Feb 2025Completed
For the installation of hvac appliances, grds, bathroom and clothes dryer exhausts, and associated ductwork serving the 1st floor dwelling unit of an existing triplex. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 imc. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. see cp-2024-003777 for associated building permit.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2024Completed
1 full bath, 1 kitchen first floor of 3 dwelling building per 2018 ppc
- Electrical permit Dec 2024Completed
Amend 11-17-2025 add three ggci . one in the bathroom and two in the kitchen. switches, outlets, gfci , and 200amp. the first floor only
- Commercial building permit Jul 2024Completed
For level ii interior alterations without a change in use & occupancy classification to an existing group r-2 three (3) family dwelling. building is not sprinklered. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 iebc. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. if site conditions vary, contact design professional prior to start of work. [amendment 8/1/2025 for the removal and reconstruction of the rear exterior walls as per approved amended plans. new c.o. to be issued documenting building's reduction in construction type from iii-b to v-b.]
- Alteration permit Oct 2017Completed
Installatio of a bruno battery powered vertical platform lift. proep work necessary for lift installaton includes the build up of the existing front porch, using pressure treated lumber, creating a flush entry into the home fro the porch. new railing will be installed. concrete pad will be poured in existing grassy area in front of home. this concrete pad will creat smooth entrance from city sidewalk to the lift. electrical permit application will be submitted by other
- Electrical permit Oct 2017Completed
Install a new gfci outlet with weatherproof box
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
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Sunoco 0363 1710, 5338 N 5th St (1,300 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
4,450 ft
Cardone Industries. 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
2,100 ft
Lowell James R Sch (2,100 ft), Morrison Andrew J Sch (2,150 ft), Olney El Sch (2,500 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Ask for the latest maintenance bill from a winter month, not a summer one: that's where the real cost of living there shows up.
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- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
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