8 Pearl Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 8 Pearl Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 50 permits, 8 not closed, and 52 violations, 8 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 8 Pearl Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
8 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 8 open violations.
- Zoning permit Aug 2025Issued
Visitor accommodations
- Plumbing permit Aug 2025Completed
Replace 1.5" backflow device.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2025Completed
Installing new fixtures with piping - 6 water heaters, 6 kitchen sinks, 6 lavy sinks, 6 water closets, 6 laundrys, 1 floor drain, 1 sump pump 32 fixtures
- Plumbing permit Feb 2025Completed
Replace 5" curb trap with fresh air inlet.
- Plumbing permit Feb 2025Completed
Install 1 1/2" water service, 5" curb trap, 6" storm curb trap, 4" vents, 5 and 6" house drains
- Fire suppression permit Jan 2025Completed
To install new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout the building to include 2" main fire service line with 2" wilkins 950xlt2bfss backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Nov 2024Completed
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 Nov 2024Completed
Install 600 amp service, fire alarm, rewire light fixtures , outlets, light switches . all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72,2018 phila fire .
- Fire suppression permit Nov 2024Completed
For the installation of a new fire suppression system nfpa 13.
- Electrical permit Aug 2024Expired
Install 400 amp service fire alarm rewire light fixtures outlets light switches
- Plumbing permit Aug 2024Expired
Install (4) lavatory sinks (4) showers (4) kitchen sinks (4) water heaters (4) water closets
- Commercial building permit Jul 2024Completed
For level iii interior alterations and the erection of an addition above an existing two-story structure with a complete change in use & occupancy classification to six (6) dwelling units (group r-2). building to be sprinklered with a minimum of a nfpa 13r automatic sprinkler system. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 ibc. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression work. if site conditions vary, contact design professional prior to start of work. [amendment 10/15/2024 for the installation of 4" thick masonry veneer siding as per approved amended plans.]
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
13 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Exxon Rs 2 2183, 427 N Broad 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
Brownfield site
2,100 ft
Lemon Ridge Garden Inc and 20 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,400 ft
National Chemical Laboratories Inc and 3 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
350 ft
Goodman Brothers and Hinlein Company. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
850 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
1,150 ft
Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS (1,150 ft), Math Civics and Sciences CS (1,150 ft), The SD of Philadelphia Virtual Academy (1,300 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.3 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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