635 Spruce Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 635 Spruce Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 17 permits, 2 not closed, and 3 violations, 1 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 635 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. 1 open violation.
- Residential building permit Apr 2024Expired
For exterior alterations to the existing attached structure. alterations to include the replacement of five (5) windows. 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.
- Electrical permit Feb 2023Completed
Rewire of 3rd floor hall bathroom + 4th floor bedroom and bathroom. installation of fixtures as per 2017 nec
- Plumbing permit Feb 2023Completed
Remodel of 3rd floor bathroom converting a 4th floor closet into bathroom total 6 fixtures
- Residential building permit Jan 2023Completed
For interior alterations on the 3rd and 4th floors of an existing attached single family dwelling per plans and historic commission approvals. separate permits are required for all associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work.
- Electrical permit Oct 2022Completed
Branch circuit wiring of kitchen and installation of devices and fixtures in accordance with nec and ahj as per 2014 nec
- Plumbing permit Sep 2022Completed
Install kitchen sink
- Residential building permit Aug 2022Completed
Interior renovation (kitchen renovation) only. details as shown on the plan.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2020Expired
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.
- Electrical permit Jun 2020Completed
Partial rewire throughout an existing single family dwelling per 2014 nec.
- Residential building permit Jun 2020Completed
For the interior alterations and renovations in an exiting single family structure as per plan.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2018Completed
Plumbing alterations throughout an existing (single) family dwelling. capping water & drain for 1 toilet. moving water & drain for lavatory to make room for ada toilet stall.
- Electrical permit Jul 2018Completed
Relocate wiring for appliances, receptacles, switches lights tonew layout, add new circuits as needed as per 2008 nec (cc district)
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 (1,450 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,150 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,500 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
400 ft
McCall Gen George A Sch (400 ft), National Constitution Center HS (1,700 ft), Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (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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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- This is a house, not an apartment. Check the lot boundaries, car access, and how water drains from the yard after rain, including whether the neighboring lot sits higher and could send water toward the property.
- Semi-detached or row house: the shared wall matters. Listen from the room adjoining the neighbor's side and ask whether any structural work has been done there.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Check the condition of the fence, yard, and sidewalk out front: who is responsible for upkeep, and whether there are any boundary disputes with neighbors.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- Check the sewer connection (public network or septic tank) and the water source (public network or well), including pressure and water quality.
- Schedule a viewing in the evening too, on a weekday, to see street traffic, streetlights, and how quiet the neighborhood is after 8 PM.
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