7 West Harper Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 7 West Harper Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 7 not closed, and 60 violations, 15 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 7 West Harper 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
7 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 15 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2025Completed
Amend replace curb trap and fresh air inlet exterior plumbing installation: 1.5" domestic water service - sidewalk to house.
- Plumbing permit May 2025Completed
Plumbing permit (exterior building drainage) for combo rp-2024-012501
- Plumbing permit May 2025Completed
Plumbing permit (water distribution) for combo rp-2024-012501
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2025Completed
Mechanical / fuel gas permit for combo rp-2024-012501
- Plumbing permit Apr 2025Completed
Interior installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for listed fixtures rough to finish. all work performed in compliance with 2018 ppc and approved plans.
- Electrical permit Apr 2025Completed
Install a 400 amp service, (6) 100 amp panels, wiring (5) units including lights, switches, receptacles, hvac equipment. install a new fire alarm system throughout. as per the 2017 nec & 2016 nfpa-72.
- Site / utility permit Apr 2025Completed
Site / utility permit for rp-2024-012501
- Fire suppression permit Apr 2025Completed
For the installation of an automatic fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13d throughout three story building to include 1-inch combined water service line as per approved plans. all work shall be done in accordance with approved plans/hydraulic calculations. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2025Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo rp-2024-012501
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2025Completed
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.**
- Electrical permit Mar 2025Completed
Electrical permit for combo rp-2024-012501
- Residential building permit Jan 2025Completed
For the erection of an attached three story structure with roof access structure for access to an occupiable roof deck for use as a single family household living. building to be sprinklered in accordance with nfpa 13d. all work to be done per approved plans. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. **a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall be required within 9 feet (1/4th of height of building) of the building facade in accordance with section 3306 of the 2018 ibc. separate building and/or streets department permit required prior to the start of any work. ** blower door testing shall be performed in accordance with astm e 779 or astm e 1827 by an approved third party agency **excavation permit required **amendment 10-27-2025: changing special inspections agency & dprc+si as per the approved amended construction documents. **amendment 11-26-2025: changing basement layout & removing basement sleeping room as per the approved amended construction documents.
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
Leaking fuel tanks
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Amoco Sta Phila Ridge Ave, 1840 Ridge Ave (500 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,250 ft
1521 1539 Parrish Street and 3 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,450 ft
Smithkline Beecham Pharmaceuticals. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
200 ft
Ridge Avenue Farmers' Market. 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
1,900 ft
People for People CS (1,900 ft), Meade Gen George C Sch (2,400 ft), Bache-Martin Sch (2,400 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
8.0 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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