708 South Washington Square, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 708 South Washington Square have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 18 permits, 1 not closed, and 18 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 708 South Washington Square 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
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Residential building permit Mar 2025Expired
For the replacement of two windows within the existing openings. no work to the front facade per phc approval.
- Use permit Jan 2019Completed
For ten (10) family dwelling (multi-family dwelling) in an existing structure. no sign on this permit.
- Plumbing permit Jun 2017Completed
5" combination system (storm/sanitary) house trap and fresh air inlet replacement, 4" main drain - "self-certifications are no longer permitted" - "all excavations and plumbing trenches in excess of 5 feet in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection"
- Alteration permit Sep 2014Completed
Install new roof cover as per manufacturer's specifications and historical commission approval. . new roof coverings shall not be installed without first removing all existing layers when the roof has two or more applications of any type of roof covering. submit roof certification to inspector for final inspection.
- Alteration permit Apr 2014Completed
Repoint brick. mortar mix. repair marble steps and base using cathedral stone. repair mortar for marble
- Plumbing permit May 2013Completed
Replace3/4" water svc. main is in sw.(sfd) pa1#20131330398
- Plumbing permit Apr 2010Completed
2nd fl master bath renovation
- Plumbing permit Jul 2009Completed
Installed new 3" no hub stack picking up a three piece bathroom and laundry room. new 3/4 l copper risers from first floor to third floor
- Electrical permit Jun 2009Completed
320a service,(12)receptacles, (6) switches and (8)lights. (1)smoke/co detector....... in accordance with 2005 nec (obtained by tony rachuba)
- Administrative permit Jun 2009Completed
Historical commission registered property. amendment to app # 197611 to remove existing curb cut install new 10' fence and 3' gate ; install new overhead garage door for garage approved thru variance (attached) and refer to attached building plans.
- Zoning permit Apr 2009Completed
Single family with garage space size is 9' x 20' and former parking space will be terrace.
- Alteration permit Apr 2009Completed
Historical commission registered property. for exterior & interior alterations as permitted by the commission and as depict on the approved plans.
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
Superfund site
2.3 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 (1,200 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,400 ft
Bainbridge Site. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,250 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
Historic listing nearby
450 ft
Washington Square. 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
650 ft
McCall Gen George A Sch (650 ft), National Constitution Center HS (1,550 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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