806 Sears Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 806 Sears Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 46 permits, all closed, and 36 violations, 12 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 806 Sears Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out. 12 open violations.
- Electrical permit Dec 2025Completed
Rewire 2 light fixtures, 2 outlets & 1 switch.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2025Completed
Install 1 water closet, 1 lavatory & 1 shower/tub.
- Residential building permit Sep 2025Completed
For the legalization of a rear addition to an existing single-family structure as per approved plan. * no change in original structure height or use * ** separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work **
- Zoning permit May 2025Completed
Permit for the legalization of a rear addition to an existing structure. size and location as shown in plan. ** no change in original structure height or use**
- Electrical permit Apr 2025Completed
Install new 200 amp service install electric panel 4” recessed lights throughout (canless/“pancake”) -dimmer switches in all bedrooms (axe will provide) -some outlets to be usb/usbc (roughly 1-2 per room. axe will provide) -some outlets to have led light (roughly 5-6 in hallways. axe will provide) -tv box in each bedroom, living room, and basement -penetration for comcast service (and seal) -wire disconnect for condenser in rear yard -low voltage wire for ring doorbell -3 exterior sconce lights
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Apr 2025Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. additional permits may be required. installation of 92% gas furnace 80,000btu with 14 seer 36,000btu central air with all new ductwork. the condenser will be located in back yard.
- Plumbing permit Mar 2025Completed
Install new pvc and pex piping throughout single family dwelling. install fixtures when ready. basement: (1) electric water heater 1st floor: (1) w.c., (1) lav, (1) k.s. 2nd floor: (1) shower, (1) w.c., (1) lav 3rd floor: (1) w.c., (1) shower, (1) tub (2) lav amendment replacing 3/4 water distibution
- Site / utility permit Jan 2025Completed
Site / utility permit for rp-2024-011050
- Residential building permit Jan 2025Completed
For the erection of a third-floor addition with a roof deck and pilot house above. for interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. separate permits are required for all associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only.
- Zoning permit Nov 2024Completed
For the erection of a third-floor addition with roof deck and roof access structure above an existing attached two-story structure. for use as single-family household living. size and location as shown on the application/plan.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2024Completed
Installing a new 3/4" watts lf009m3qt backflow preventer
- Plumbing permit Oct 2024Completed
Installing a new 3/4" watts lf009m3qt backflow preventor
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
2.1 mi
Publicker Industries Inc. (Deleted NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
5 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Auto Show, 922-32 Reed St (600 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,500 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
1,000 ft
Kirkbride Eliza B Sch (1,000 ft), Vare-Washington El Sch (1,550 ft), Fanny Jackson Coppin Sch (1,700 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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