628 Spruce Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 628 Spruce Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 26 permits, 2 not closed, and 2 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 628 Spruce Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Electrical permit Aug 2026Completed
Remodel of 1st fl bathroom, replacement of fixtures, installation of 9 switches, 3 outlets, 3 recessed lights, 2 wall sconces, 1 ventilation fan with light, 4 motion lights
- Plumbing permit Jul 2026Completed
- approved plumbing work associated with an (addition or alteration) per attached ez permit standard for plumbing
- Residential building permit Jul 2026Completed
For interior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. separate permits are required for all associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only.
- Residential building permit Jul 2025Expired
For replacement of windows to an existing single-family structure as per approved plan.
- General permit minor Jun 2025Completed
Ez exterior wall coverings - for the applications of exterior wall coverings as per attached standards. deviations from these standards shall result in permit revocation and require submission of construction and site plans. 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. brick repointing at front elevation. new mortar joints will be repointed using lime works ecologic™ nhl 3.5 natural hydraulic lime mortar, selected for compatibility with historic masonry. finish detailing will include worn slicker tooling with a soft brushed texture to match the historic character of the home.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2025Completed
Curb trap, fresh air inlet, main drain, front rain conductor
- Electrical permit Mar 2024Completed
Rewire 2nd floor master bathroom, laundry room and hallway. install receptacles, switches and lighting for area. all work done according to the 2017 nec.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2024Completed
4 piece bathroom and laundry
- Residential building permit Feb 2024Completed
For alterations to an existing single-family dwelling. alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvements throughout. 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.
- General permit minor Jun 2023Completed
**existing philadelphia historic property** for repair / replacement of roof covering(s) on existing roof(s) in accordance with the attached ez permit re-roofing standard. failure to comply with the attached ez permit re-roofing standard shall result in revocation of this permit.
- General permit minor May 2023Expired
**existing philadelphia historic property** for replacement of existing exterior windows and/or doors in accordance with the attached ez permit windows & doors standard. failure to comply with the attached ez permit windows & doors standard shall result in revocation of this permit. remove existing dormer window sash and replace with new all wood sash replacement system per the attached historically reviewed and approved shop drawings. 1 window in total.
- General permit minor Feb 2023Completed
For replacement of existing exterior windows and/or doors in accordance with the attached ez permit windows & doors standard. failure to comply with the attached ez permit windows & doors standard shall result in revocation of this permit as per phc. remove existing window sash on the 2nd floor front and replace with all new wood window sash per the attached shop drawings. existing window frames to remain. 3 windows in total
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.2 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: Thomas Jefferson Univ, 233 S 10th St (1,550 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,000 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,650 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
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
250 ft
McCall Gen George A Sch (250 ft), National Constitution Center HS (1,850 ft), Meredith William M Sch (2,150 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.9 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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