831 Morris Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 831 Morris Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 50 permits, 8 not closed, and 10 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 831 Morris 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. 4 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Apr 2026Completed
Curb trap fai repair
- Commercial building permit Jan 2026Issued
**level 3 alterations & addition ** for the erection of an addition at the rear of an existing commercial structure for use as artist studios (b occupancy) and one (1) dwelling unit (r-3 occupancy). alterations to include the erection of an addition, partition walls, provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvements throughout. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. **mechanical permits required for factory-built wood burning fireplace** elevator permit from the commonwealth of pennsylvania is required ** excavation permit required ** asbestos remediation required ** **permit amendment required for final pool design**no more than 2/3 of all structural framing members may be removed/replaced under this permit**
- Site / utility permit Jan 2026Issued
Site / utility permit for cp-2025-004238
- Residential building permit Jan 2026Issued
For the erection of an addition (roof deck with roof deck access structure) above an existing three (3) story attached single-family dwelling (group r-3). all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 irc. separate permits to be obtained for m.e.p. work.
- Zoning permit Jul 2025Issued
Erection of roof deck and roof access structure above an existing structure. size and location as shown on the plan.
- Electrical permit May 2025Completed
Stairs to roof: 1 20 amp afci protected circuit 1 gfci protected outlet 1 light switch toggle style 1 light fixture 3rd floor rear bedroom: 4 outlets 1 smoke detector 110 volts w/ battery backup 1 light switch toggle style rewire 4 existing recessed lights 3rd floor bathroom: 1 gfci outlet 1 single pole switch 1 light fixture or a vanity light/s 3rd floor small bedroom: 4 outlets 1 smoke detector 110 volts w/ battery backup 1 light switch toggle style 1 light fixture 3rd floor small sitting room: 2 outlets 1 light switch toggle style 1 light fixture front bedroom: 8 outlets 1 smoke detector 110 volts w/ battery backup 2 light switch toggle style 1 ceiling fan 1 standard fixture location cut out and remove breaker panel and decommission the feeder. main house hallway: 1 outlet on 2nd and 3rd floor hallway 3way system from 1st to 2nd to control a light in the 1st floor entry area 3way from 1st to 2nd to control the 2nd floor hallway/stairs lighting 3way from 2nd to 3rd to control the 3rd floor hallway/stair lighting 3 recessed light locations on each level (2nd and 3rd floor long hallways) 1 at each stair area and 1 in the middle of the hallways. rewire 1st floor landing light location add switch and light for vestibule entry. if owner provided fixture is not available a recessed light can be installed. 1 carbon/smoke detector on each level x 3 2nd floor kitchen: rewire gfci counter outlets x 2 quads rewire range hood and gas range outlet x 2 rewire 1 wall outlet by switches rear wall x 1 gfci rewire dishwasher and install gfci below sink base and cord for dishwasher add 1 gfci outlet on wall to the left of the side bay window add gfci outlet for mini fridge add 1 gfci for general use in corner near hallway door 1 light switch rewire lighting location with ceiling fan support box 2nd floor bathroom: 1 gfci outlet (tamper resistant for child safety) 3 single pole switch 1 ceiling
- Zoning permit Apr 2025Issued
For partial demoltion of existing attached structure. for erection of an addition with roof decks and roof-deck access structure. size and location as shown in application/plans. *amend 10-15-25; revised per amended zoning documents* **amend 6-3-26; revised per amended zoning documents**
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit May 2024Completed
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. install a new gas fired heater, ac, all new ductwork, & 13 diffusers.
- Electrical permit Apr 2024Completed
Install 200 amp service, wiring throughout, install light fixtures, outlets, switches, smoke detectors, grounding.
- Residential building permit Apr 2024Completed
For the construction of a roof deck on an existing attached single-family dwelling as per approved plans and in accordance with the 2018 irc. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other work.
- Zoning permit Mar 2024Completed
For the erection of an accessory roof deck above the existing rear second floor access from the existing third floor as part of an existing attached structure. size and location as shown in the application / plan.
- Plumbing permit Jan 2024Completed
Install supply lines and drainage pipes for 1 kitchen sink, 1 laundry sink, 1 shower, 1 vanity & 1 toilet.
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
2 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Terri Pinto, 1703-13 S 7th St (750 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,150 ft
Growing Home Garden. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,300 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
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
850 ft
Southwark Sch (850 ft), Kirkbride Eliza B Sch (1,150 ft), Fanny Jackson Coppin Sch (2,550 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
5.8 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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