933 Arch Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 933 Arch Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 60 permits, 15 not closed, and 60 violations, 9 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 933 Arch Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
15 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 9 open violations.
- Zoning permit Oct 2026Issued
For the refacement of one (1) non-illuminated accessory projecting sign. size and location as shown in plans.
- Commercial building permit Oct 2026Issued
Make safe permit to comply with case #cf-2026-088394 for the reconstruction of a chimney damaged by extreme weather conditions as per engineer's report and plan. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6' in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2026-088394. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion.
- Commercial building permit Oct 2026Issued
Make safe permit to comply with case #cf-2026-088396 for the reconstruction of a chimney damaged by extreme weather conditions as per engineer's report and plan. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6' in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #cf-2026-088396. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion.
- General permit minor Aug 2026Issued
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code, all references codes and standards, and the attached ez standard, where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. 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.
- Electrical permit Jul 2026Completed
Install additional fire alarm devices in the basement and on the first floor to an existing fire alarm system. all work to be perform according to the 2017 nec, 2016 nfpa 72 and per approved plans.
- Zoning permit Jun 2026Issued
For the erection of one (1) statically illuminated wall sign. size and location as shown in plan.
- Plumbing permit May 2026Completed
1 food pre sink 1 icebin 1 ice maker 1comp pre sink 1compsink 2 hand sink 1sewage ejector
- Electrical permit May 2026Completed
Changing out receptacles, lights, switches and exit sign. no wiring.
- Commercial building permit Apr 2026Completed
For level ii alterations (with no change in occupancy) at first floor of existing building. separate permits required for mechanical, electrical and plumbing work.
- Zoning permit Jan 2026Issued
Retail sales - food, beverages, and groceries
- Zoning permit Sep 2025Issued
Unity of use; assembly and entertainment; assembly and entertainment - event assembly activity
- Plumbing permit Aug 2025Expired
Supply and install (1) new 2” rpz backflow
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold 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
15 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Greyhound Lines, 1001 Filbert St (450 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
1,900 ft
Jump Street and 18 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
1,700 ft
Trigen Philadelphia Energy Corp Edison Facility and 3 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
Arch Street Opera House and 2 more listings close by. 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
1,600 ft
National Constitution Center HS (1,600 ft), Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS (1,950 ft), Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus (2,900 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.2 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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