643 North 15th Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 643 North 15th Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 32 permits, 4 not closed, and 38 violations, 13 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 643 North 15th Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 13 open violations.
- Electrical permit Jun 2023Completed
Install wire for the whole building of 5 apartments,install 800a service install new panels,new outlets,switches,lights. install new fire alarm system . all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72,2018 phila fire code.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2023Completed
Install (5) lavatories, (5) water closets, (5) tub/shower, (5) laundry sink, (5) kitchen sink, (5) hot water heater. install 1.5"domestic, storm and sanitary curb trap complete with fresh air and main house drains.
- Fire suppression permit Feb 2023Completed
For the installation of a nfpa 13 fire suppression system serviced by a two inch fire service line with a back flow preventer assembly for a multi-family dwelling. all work to be done per approved plans. fire suppression system to be installed in nfpa 13 standards.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Nov 2022Completed
For the installation of a new hvac systems, associated duct work, rooftop units, ductless systems, and registers/diffusers as per approved plans. separate permit required for electrical, plumbing, fire suppression
- Plumbing permit Sep 2022Completed
Install a new 5" curb trap sanitary and install a new 6" storm curb trap. install new fresh air inlets. install a new 1" domestic water service
- Plumbing permit Aug 2022Completed
Install all water lines and drain lines to all fixtures. 6wc 6 lavs 6 showers 6wm 6 ks 6 hwh.
- Commercial building permit Aug 2022Completed
For level ii alterations to create five (5) new dwelling units (total (10) units) to include new partitions, new exterior wall openings, fixtures, furnishings, finishes as per approved plans. building to be sprinklered per nfpa 13. separate permits required for mep and fire suppression work. amendment 4/20/23 to obtain phc approval to include exterior wall, window, and door changes.
- Electrical permit Jun 2022Completed
Supply and install: all wiring indoor and outdoor throughout install complete ire alarm system. install 600a service & all metering panels and breakers supply all recessed lighting throughout all exit and emergency lighting install all decorative fixtures and exterior lighting .all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72,2018 phila fire code.
- Zoning permit Jun 2022Completed
Residential - household living - multi-family
- Electrical permit Jun 2022Expired
Rough-in permit for ep-2022-005059 supply and install: all wiring indoor and outdoor throughout fire alarm system per nafta 72 supply all metering panels and breakers supply all recessed lighting throughout all exit and emergency lighting owner to supply all decorative fixtures and exterior lighting as per nec 2017
- Fire suppression permit May 2022Completed
For the installation of an automatic wet sprinkler system in accordance with nfpa 13r (using a new, two (2) inch fire service line, and a new, two (2) inch backflow prevention device located within the basement), throughout an existing three (3) story attached structure to be used as group r-2, as per plans and hydraulic calculations; see cp-2021-007093 for building permit.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2022Completed
Fora new mechanical installation. work to include the installation of a new hvac system, 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.
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
Leaking fuel tanks
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 823 N Broad St Bp, 823 N Broad 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
1,100 ft
Lemon Ridge Garden Inc and 2 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,150 ft
Smithkline Beecham Pharmaceuticals and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
300 ft
Penn, William, High School for Girls and 3 more listings close by. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
750 ft
138 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
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
Franklin LC (300 ft), Science Leadership Academy (400 ft), Franklin Benjamin HS (700 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.7 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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