705 Reed Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 705 Reed Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 21 permits, 1 not closed, and 13 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 705 Reed Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2025Completed
Replace 3/4" domestic water service
- Zoning permit Apr 2022Issued
Limited lodging
- Electrical permit Dec 2021Completed
Rewire 3rd floor bathroom lights, fan and outlets. in bedroom move light, switch and replace recess trims. add laundry circuit on second floor, move switches and lights. install undercabinet lights and change out devices in the kitchen. living room add recess lights, celling fan and cable. install outside lights.
- Plumbing permit Sep 2021Completed
Install (2) showers/tub , (2)lavatories, (2)water closets , laundry sink, kitchen sink
- Residential building permit Aug 2021Completed
For demolition of existing roof access structure and for the construction of a one-story rear addition above an existing rear first floor and for the construction of a roof deck above the existing third floor roof accessed through stairs from rear second floor as per approved plan; for use as single-family household living. *separate permits required for mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work* **underpinning is not part of this permit**
- Zoning permit Jan 2021Completed
For demolition of existing roof access structure and for the erection of a one-story rear addition above existing rear first floor and for the erection of a roof deck above the existing third floor roof accessed through stairs from rear second floor. size and location as shown on the plan.
- General permit minor Feb 2020Completed
Ez exterior wall coverings - for the applications of exterior wall coverings as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.
- General permit minor May 2019Completed
Ez permit standards alterations - for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work and the installation of heating/cooling appliances. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes any modification to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations; including underpinning, excavation, and removal of foundation slab. no work may be performed in the basement or cellar.
- Alteration permit Apr 2018Completed
Exterior wall covering - install stucco (sfd)
- Electrical permit Mar 2016Completed
Install 200amp single phase 240v service (2) gang meter and (2) 100 amp panel, 1 panel on 1st floor and 1 panel on 2nd floor as per 2008 nec (south district)
- Alteration permit Jun 2013Completed
Installation of vinyl siding, 3 story sfd
- Mechanical permit Mar 2013Completed
Hvac installation of 3.5t a/c 9000 btu gas furnace and related ductwork for sfd
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
2.0 mi
Publicker Industries Inc. (Deleted NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Terri Pinto, 1703-13 S 7th St (1,450 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,000 ft
Catalyst International Gasket Materials Corp and 3 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
600 ft
Kirkbride Eliza B Sch (600 ft), Vare-Washington El Sch (1,300 ft), Nebinger George W Sch (2,000 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.1 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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