856 North Markoe Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 856 North Markoe Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 26 permits, 9 not closed, and 60 violations, 1 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 856 North Markoe Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
9 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Zoning permit Oct 2022Issued
Residential - household living - two-family
- Plumbing permit Oct 2018Completed
Install new pvc drainage system from house trap in 2lavs 2wc 1 tub 1ks 1lt 1cesspool/rain leader combo and new water heater in 1.5 bath sfd. install new pex domestic water thorughout excavate for new house trap and water service
- Electrical permit Jun 2018Completed
Replace defective wiring, devices and fixtures where necessary. install 7- hard wired smoke alarms using fishing method when necessary... per 2008 nec for a one family building
- Mechanical permit Apr 2018Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation if new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans.
- Alteration permit Mar 2018Completed
Ez permit stadards alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.sfd- interior and exterior alterations to include: new kitchen & bathroom, drywall/framing repairs. subfloor/ floor tile repairs/replacement. roofing repairs. window/door repair or replacement.painting. no change in use/ occupancy
- Alteration permit Dec 2016Completed
Ez permit stadard alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
- Mechanical permit Aug 2015Expired
Mechanical work to include ductwork and installation of 2 ton condensing unit with 30,000 btu gas fired eff furnace. 12 registers/diffusers ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
- Mechanical permit Aug 2015Expired
Mechanical work to include ductwork and installation of 2 ton condensing unit with 30,000 btu gas fired eff furnace. 12 registers/diffusers ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
- Mechanical permit Aug 2015Expired
Mechanical work to include ductwork and installation of 2 ton condensing unit with 30,000 btu gas fired eff furnace. 12 registers/diffusers ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans.
- New construction permit Aug 2015Expired
New construction of a two (2) story, slab on grade attached single family dwelling as per approved plans. building to be fully sprinklered. amended permit required to submit p.e. sealed floor and roof truss drawings prior to installation. **separate permits required for mep & fire suppression work**
- Alteration permit Jul 2015Expired
Reno of existing 2 story sfd b-0601-r2-single family dwelling with uninhabitable basement
- Demolition permit Jul 2015Completed
For the complete demolition of an attached structure in accordance with code bulletin b-1302r. asbestos abatement to be completed prior to commencement of demolition. valid sidewalk closure permit to be secured for proposed temporary fencing. pedestrian protection to be provided in accordance with section b-3306.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
4 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Green Spring Co, 4527 Lancaster Ave (850 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
150 ft
Mt Hope Baptist Church. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
3,050 ft
Silvi Concrete Of Philadelphia. 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
1,200 ft
Parkway West (1,200 ft), Middle Years Alternative (1,200 ft), Washington Martha Sch (1,250 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
6.7 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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