818 McKean Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 818 McKean Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 18 permits, all closed, and 34 violations, 5 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 818 McKean Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out. 5 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Oct 2026Completed
Approved plumbing repair work per ez permit standard for plumbing replace curb trap & fai
- Electrical permit Jan 2026Completed
Service only 200 amp new service
- Plumbing permit Jul 2025Completed
Replace 1 toilet, 1 vanity , and 1 kitchen sink. without piping
- General permit minor Jul 2025Completed
Ez exterior wall coverings - for the applications of exterior wall coverings as per attached standards. deviations from these standards shall result in permit revocation and require submission of construction and site plans. 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. stucco
- Electrical permit Jul 2025Completed
Rewire install new light fixtures, receptacles, switches, and alarms
- Residential building permit Jul 2025Completed
For interior alterations to an existing single-family structure as per approved plan. *separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work*
- Use permit Jun 2019Completed
To document that building is a single famly. no change in height or square footage.
- Electrical permit Oct 2015Completed
Install fire alarm throughout with 3-pullstations,4-smoke detectors,5-horn/strobe,1-strobe and 6-mini horns as per 2008 nec (south district)
- Plumbing permit Sep 2014Completed
Install 2 water closets, 2 lavy sinks, 1 bath tub, 1 kitchen sink and 1 laundry
- Electrical permit Sep 2014Completed
Wire and install 1-60amp single phase 240v subpanel on second floor, 12 lights, 9 switches, 24 recepts and 6 smoke detectror as per 2008 nec (south district)
- Alteration permit Jul 2014Completed
Cover stucco on the side of existing masonry wall - repair windows (no change in opening size) - replace wood paneling with sheet rock - replace floor with laminate flooring
- Alteration permit Jul 2014Completed
Install 4 inch brick veneer on existing foundation in front of existing masonry wall as per 2009 irc 703.7. maximum height: 30 feet above foundation. maximum thickness 5 inches. new wall shall be anchored to supporting wall with corrosion-resistant metal ties 24 inches on center horizontally and vertically. provide 1 inch air space between walls. provide weep holes and flashing above window and door openings. provide capping, flashing and caulking at termination of wall to prevent water infiltration. an inspection of existing wall to be scheduled with inspector before work starts.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave, winter weather. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
1.7 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 (1,500 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,250 ft
Growing Home Garden. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,500 ft
Catalyst International Gasket Materials Corp and 4 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Historic listing nearby
100 ft
Thomas, George C., Junior High School. 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
Southwark Sch (650 ft), Key Francis Scott Sch (1,250 ft), South Philadelphia HS (2,250 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.6 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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