5936 Walnut Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 5936 Walnut Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 27 permits, 11 not closed, and 60 violations, 4 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 5936 Walnut 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
11 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 4 open violations.
- Electrical permit May 2026Issued
- install wiring throughout this building,600a incoming service - aerial - 600a single phase main breaker or fused disconnect with 7 meters rated 125a each will be supplied and installed on the side of the building where plans show. - 125a mlo panels, 30 circuit on each apartment - 100 a panel for the house panel - 4-inch or 6-inch disc lights throughout, that we supply, 3000 k . - decora switches and outlets, white. -hard wired smoke alarms - all electric appliances - wiring for cable tv in the living room and bedrooms - doorbells for inch unit, intercom - owner/builder supplies vanity lights, pendant lights and outdoor lights - intercom for 6 units is included. - conventional 5-zone fire alarm panel and devices . all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72.
- Fire suppression permit Mar 2026Issued
Install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13r throughout an existing structure. installation to include 2" fire service line and 2.5" dc wilkins 350 ast backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2026Issued
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. for use as previously approved. 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.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2025Completed
Amend 04.14.26 change 1.5" wdp to a 2" wdp. storm and sanitary curb traps, fresh air inlet, main drains, and 1.5 water service
- Plumbing permit Nov 2025Issued
Wc 6, lav 6, s/t 6, ks 6, ls 6, hwh 6, sp 2, fd 1, ad 3, backflow 1
- Site / utility permit Mar 2025Issued
For excavation and backfill of site and installation of related stabilization measures. 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. ** see building permit for all structural work
- Commercial building permit Feb 2025Issued
For the construction of a three (3) story semi-detached structure to be sprinklered in accordance with nfpa 13 throughout. for use as six (6) dwelling units (group r-2) including two (2) type b units. all work to be done as per approved plans and in accordance with the 2018 ibc. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. *separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, excavation, and fire suppression work.* **3-31-2025 amendment to correct number of dwelling units identified in co and permit language**
- Plumbing permit Dec 2022Completed
3/4" water service
- Plumbing permit Dec 2022Completed
Repair/replace ct and fai
- Zoning permit Apr 2022Issued
For the erection of a semi-detached structure; size and location as shown on the plans.
- Electrical permit Dec 2020Completed
Case 600392 violations repairs installing carbon monoxide and smoke detectors.certification of emergency lighting and fire alarm system as per 2017 nec and nfpa 72
- Plumbing permit Jul 2018Completed
Repair leak at the curb stop (two family)pa20182002620 "self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
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
Superfund site
1.6 mi
Austin Avenue Radiation Site (Deleted NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
3 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 7 Eleven 20999, 58th & Market St (1,400 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
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
650 ft
Sayre William L MS (650 ft), Hamilton Andrew Sch (1,850 ft), Barry Comm John Sch (2,200 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.0 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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