8 Willow Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 8 Willow Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 16 permits, 2 not closed, and 2 violations, 2 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 Willow Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Electrical permit Jul 2023Completed
Electrical permit for combo cp-2023-003639 approved ep drawing shows 600a service, which is incorrect, see revised drawing showing existing 400a service. drawing is bubbled to show relevant changes.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2023Completed
Plumbing permit (interior) for combo cp-2023-003639
- Commercial building permit Jul 2023Completed
For a level ii interior alterations to an existing structure. alterations to include the erection of partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings, throughout. building to be fully sprinklered. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work. **electrical work to install all lighting,receptacles &power. all work is to be done acording to approved drawings-2017 nec. **no fire alarm on this permit****separate permits to be obtained for all other work.**
- General permit minor Jul 2023Completed
Ez interior demolition- for the interior demolition on non-bearing partition wall and ceilings as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations; including underpinning, excavation and removed of foundation slab. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk and street closures. (kitchen area)
- Fire suppression permit May 2022Completed
For an alteration to an existiing fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13 throughout an existing structure. installation to include a 6" ames 2000 ss backflow prevention assembly as per approved plans. all work shall be performed by a fire suppression contractor licensed by the city of philadelphia.
- Electrical permit May 2022Completed
Install 100 amp lp-1 panel & feeder. install lights normal and emergency, switches, sensors and receptacles. provide power for the mechanical and hvac equipment. all work in accordance with the 2017 nec. * no fire alarm work on this permit. ** no service work service and panels approved under permit # ep-2021-014501. ** parent permit # cp-2021-005918.
- Electrical permit Feb 2022Completed
Install a 400 amp 3ph service with ct cabinet and panel. install a 100 amp sub panel. install: lights,switches,recepticles,conference room floor receptacles,conference room wall receptacles,em lights and exit signs.install lines for rtu systems w/ integral gfci receptacles and coolers as per approved drawings-2017 nec. **no fire alarm on this permit**
- Plumbing permit Jan 2022Completed
New water service 2"
- Plumbing permit Jan 2022Completed
Installation of interior water supply and drain/waste/vent pipe per the 2018 philadelphia plumbing code. sizes and locations per plans.
- Fire suppression permit Jan 2022Completed
Ez permit sprinkler relocation (nfpa 13)- for the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. relocate (172) sprinkler heads (cp-2021-005924)
- Electrical permit Dec 2021Completed
Supply and install wiring and materials for fire alarm install as per approved drawings-2017 nec,2016 nfpa-72,2018 phila fire code.
- Commercial building permit Nov 2021Completed
Level iii alterations with partial change of occupancy to create a retail food, beverages & groceries, sundries, pharmaceuticals & convenience sales, consumer goods & commissary space with accessory alcohol storage within an existing one-story building as per approved plans. building to be fully sprinklered. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required for mep & fire suppression work** amendment approved 5/21/22 amend alterations permit no. cp-2021-005918 for minor changes to building layout as per approved 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
Superfund site
2.7 mi
Martin Aaron, Inc. (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
9 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: 421 N Seventh St, 421 N 7th St (500 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,550 ft
Reading Viaduct and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,650 ft
National Chemical Laboratories Inc and 5 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
200 ft
General Electric Switchgear Plant. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
High-voltage line
1,150 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
1,900 ft
Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS (1,900 ft), Kearny Gen Philip Sch (2,050 ft), National Constitution Center HS (3,050 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.7 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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