615 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 615 Chestnut Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 18 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 615 Chestnut Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
18 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 4 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2026Issued
Furnish and install (52) plumbing fixtures, (25) lavatories, (21) water closets/urinals and (6) kitchens sinks with new piping, as per plans.
- General permit Jun 2026Issued
- erection of a sidewalk shelter platform as per engineered plans. streets department permit is required for sidewalk closure prior to the start work.
- Fire suppression permit Jun 2026Issued
Ez permit sprinkler relocation (nfpa 13)- for the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. relocate 365 sprinkler heads
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Jun 2026Issued
For the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with the 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. **subject to the following condition of approval from the philadelphia historical commission: no work to exterior facades as part of this permit.
- Electrical permit Jun 2026Issued
Provide miscellaneous safe off of existing circuitry. provide temp light and power utilizing the existing power source. rework existing electrical panels. provide new ups unit, electrical panels, and ats unit. - provide new light fixtures, controls, receptacles, floor boxes and switches. provide power to hvac equipment. empty box and conduit stub-ups only for telecom as per 2017 nec. fire alarm work will be filed as an amendment to this permit. amendment: provide new fire alarm devices and wiring and tie-in to existing building system as per 2016 nfpa 72.
- Electrical permit May 2026Issued
Furnish & install (505) category 6, plenum cables for data furnish & install (30) category 6a, plenum cables for wireless install fiber backbone
- Zoning permit Apr 2026Issued
For the replacement of existing awning sign (s01- copy of sign on front portion only) and replacement of awning (s02- no copy of signs). size and location as shown on plans.
- Commercial building permit Apr 2026Issued
Level ii interior alterations (no change of occupancy) for renovations to office spaces on the 15th, 16th & 17th floors of an existing high-rise building as per approved plans and phc approval. existing building fully sprinklered. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required for any mep or fire suppression work**
- Plumbing permit Sep 2024Completed
Furnish and install (8) new plumbing fixtures, with piping, as follows: (4) hand sinks, (1) floor drain, (1) lavatory, (1) water closet and (1) hot water heater, as per 2018 ppc and approved plans
- Electrical permit Aug 2024Completed
Install new lighting qty.14 install exit sign qty. 1 install two head emergency light qty. 5. install single pole switch qty. 7 install power for exhaust fan qty. 1 install power for water heater qty. 1 install power for dental chair qty. 2 install power for hand dryer qty. 1 install duplex receptacles qty. 5 install 208 volt receptacles qty. 4 install gfi receptacles qty. 7 install ceiling occupancy sensors qty. 2 install fire alarm devices qty. 5 install transformer, panel and feeder all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72,2018 phila fire code.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Aug 2024Completed
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.
- Fire suppression permit Aug 2024Completed
Ez permit sprinkler relocation (nfpa 13)- for the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. relocate (12) sprinkler heads as per nfpa 13
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
2.4 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Five Star Parking, 727-35 Chestnut St (550 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
1,250 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
Historic listing nearby
250 ft
Franklin Institute and 1 more listings close by. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
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
300 ft
National Constitution Center HS (300 ft), Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (1,250 ft), McCall Gen George A Sch (1,850 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.1 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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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
- 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.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
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