6229 Walnut Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 6229 Walnut Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 9 permits, all closed, and 10 violations, 2 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 6229 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
Every permit on file is closed out. 2 open violations.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Oct 2024Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances - for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require the submission of construction and site plans.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2024Completed
Installation of new fixtures with piping of 1 full bathroom, 1 half bath, 2 water closets, 2 lavy sinks, 1 tub/showers, 1 water heater, 1 kitchen sink,1 laundry. 8 fixtures
- Electrical permit Oct 2024Completed
Install 200 amp service. wire throughout with lights, outlets, switches, fixtures, smoke/co detectors.
- Residential building permit Sep 2024Completed
Level ii alteration: alteration of an existing single-family dwelling 2-story building. work not to include any structural or building dimensional changes. details as shown on the plans.
- Electrical permit Nov 2023Completed
Replace 100 amp panel only. no other work being done. as per nec 2017
- General permit minor Jan 2021Completed
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.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2014Completed
Replace curb trap
- Plumbing permit Oct 2010Completed
Replace house drain, house trap and fresh air inlet
- Plumbing permit Oct 2007Completed
House trap and lateral
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
Superfund site
1.4 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: 6243 Chestnut St Bp, 6243 Chestnut St (500 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
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
2,250 ft
Sayre William L MS (2,250 ft), Bryant William C Sch (2,700 ft), Barry Comm John Sch (2,750 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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