613 Kater Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 613 Kater Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 6 not closed, and 60 violations, 21 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 613 Kater Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
6 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 21 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2024Completed
Install rp backflow device only
- Zoning permit Sep 2024Issued
Retail sales - wearing apparel and accessories
- Commercial building permit Jul 2023Completed
Make safe permit to comply with unsafe violation cp-2023-002245 to include repairs to front masonry wall per approved plans and in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801. licensed pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2023Completed
Repair/replace 2" wpd install 2" backflow device
- Electrical permit Dec 2022Completed
Install 600 amp service with 9 gang modular meter bank . total rewiring for general lighting,110v interconnected smoke alarms, power, and fire alarm. all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72,2018 phila fire code.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Nov 2022Completed
For a new mechanical installation to an existing structure. the installation of registers, diffusers and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with 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.
- Electrical permit Sep 2022Issued
Installation of outlets, switches, lighting fixtures, ceiling fans, dishwasher, 120-volt inner connecting smoke/carbon oxide detectors washer and dryer. installation of 200-amp single phase overhead service as per 2014 nec
- Plumbing permit Aug 2022Completed
Interior plumbing 7 wc,7 tubs,7 lavatories,7 ks,7 ll,7 wh
- Fire suppression permit Jul 2022Completed
For the installion of a new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13r throughout an existing structure. installation to include 4" main fire service line and 4." ames derringer 20gx backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Fire suppression permit Jul 2022Completed
Rough-in fire sprinklers and standpipes for commercial space and dwelling units. fp-2022-001831 in review.
- Commercial building permit Dec 2021Completed
Level iii alterations to include fourth floor addition and partial change of occupancy to create a shell commercial space (use registration & fit-out permits required prior to occupancy) and seven (7) dwelling units in an existing building as per approved plans. building to be fully sprinklered per nfpa 13. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required for mep & fire suppression work** amendment approved 1/9/24 amend alterations/addition permit cp-2021-006024 to change special inspections agency as per revised documents. amendment approved 07/23/2024 for the amendment of previously approved permit cp-2021-006024 to document fire pump room in basement floor level and change in egress stair configuration on the first floor level. all work to be done per approved plans. separate permits to be obtained for all other work.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2021Completed
Install new 6" sewer and 6" curb trap and fai ppc 2018
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
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
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 601 Christian St, 601 Christian St (1,450 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,200 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
2,800 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility and 1 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
1,000 ft
Meredith William M Sch (1,000 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (1,050 ft), Nebinger George W Sch (1,850 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.7 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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