730 Dickinson Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 730 Dickinson Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 18 permits, 1 not closed, and 59 violations, 4 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 730 Dickinson 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. 4 open violations.
- Commercial building permit Jun 2024Completed
Make safe permit - for to repair cornice as per plans to resolve case cf-2024-047710. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2024-047710. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion.
- Zoning permit Oct 2023Issued
Vacant; residential - household living - multi-family
- Commercial building permit Mar 2023Completed
Make safe permit- for removal and replacement of the second floor window lintels, remove top 11 courses of brick on the side wall and install new brink to match. repair mortar joints with helical wall ties per engineer's report to resolve case cf-2022-049443. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case cf-2022-049443.in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion
- Plumbing permit Jul 2022Completed
Replace 5" curb trap with fresh air inlet
- General permit minor Sep 2020Completed
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.
- Zoning permit Feb 2019Completed
For a lot consolidation to create one (1) lot from two (2) existing lots (724-26 dickinson st.and 728 dickinson st.). size and location as shown in application/plans. no change in any structure height or area this permit. **see plans on permit #930791**
- Zoning permit Feb 2019Completed
For a lot consolidation to create one (1) lot from two (2) existing lots (724-26 dickinson st.and 728 dickinson st.). size and location as shown in application/plans. no change in any structure height or area this permit.
- Plumbing permit Jan 2016Completed
Replace 3 toilets on 2nd floor, 1st floor 2 bathtubs, 2 basic sink, 1 kitchen sink and all new water line all new waste line (sfd)the installation will comply with the philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Mechanical permit Dec 2015Completed
Installation of (2) hvac units, 60,000 btu, 90%, (2) 2-ton a/c (including ductwork and associated accessories). sfd
- Electrical permit Nov 2015Completed
Replace 200 amp service, replace 2 meter box, replace 100amp panel per 2008 nec (sfd)south district
- Alteration permit Aug 2015Completed
For the construction of a pilothouse to access a roof deck, accessory to an existing single-family dwelling as per approved plans.
- Zoning permit Aug 2015Completed
New roof deck and roof deck stair access. roof deck construction under separate permit.
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
1.9 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 (1,000 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
3,050 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
450 ft
Kirkbride Eliza B Sch (450 ft), Southwark Sch (1,700 ft), Vare-Washington El Sch (1,900 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.0 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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- 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.
- 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.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
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