{"asOf":"2026-07-11T01:06:15.662Z","block":"1300-1399 WHARTON ST","blockUrl":"https://blockreport.homes/block/1300-1399-wharton-st","address":"1324 WHARTON ST","parcelNumber":"012410500","source":"https://property.phila.gov/?p=012410500","ownerType":"investor","kind":"multi-family","isHouse":false,"residential":true,"taxExempt":false,"institutional":false,"buildingClass":"ROW CONV/APT 3 STY MASON","useLabel":"Apartment building","owner":"1324 WHARTON STRET ASSOCI","coOwner":null,"marketValue":778100,"livableArea":3618,"yearBuilt":1925,"lastSale":{"price":150000,"date":"2011-06-29T04:00:00Z"},"openViolations":0,"violations":[{"number":"2230929","date":"2011-09-29","code":"A-301.1/56","title":"PERMP- INST SANITARY PIPE SYS","status":"COMPLIED","resolutionDate":null,"resolution":null}],"violationCases":[{"number":"299780","type":"CONSTRUCTION SERVICES","priority":"CONSTRUCTION SERVICES","responsibility":"DS","status":"CLOSED","createdDate":"2011-09-29","completedDate":"2011-11-04","violations":[{"number":"2230929","date":"2011-09-29","code":"A-301.1/56","title":"PERMP- INST SANITARY PIPE SYS","status":"COMPLIED","resolutionDate":null,"resolution":null}]}],"violYears":[{"y":2011,"n":1,"worst":null}],"investigations":[{"caseNumber":"299780","date":"2011-09-29","type":"BP_BLDG","status":"FAILED"},{"caseNumber":"299780","date":"2011-11-04","type":"BP_BLDG","status":"PASSED"}],"inspYears":[{"y":2011,"fails":1,"passes":1}],"taxOwed":0,"taxSnapshot":{"available":true,"asOf":"2022-06","matched":false},"taxDelinquencySnapshotAsOf":"2022-06","taxDelinquencySnapshotAvailable":true,"lat":39.933839667302415,"lng":-75.1664964988765,"geom":{"type":"Polygon","coordinates":[[[-75.166440914,39.933937163],[-75.166488172,39.933732876],[-75.166551513,39.93374117],[-75.166505749,39.933945828],[-75.166440914,39.933937163]]]},"liDistrict":"SOUTH","certifications":[{"number":"BC-2023-026391","type":"Sprinkler Certification","inspectionDate":"2023-12-01","result":"Certified","expirationDate":"2024-12-01","buildingId":"1454239"},{"number":"BC-2024-022643","type":"Fire Alarm Certification","inspectionDate":"2024-04-27","result":"Certified","expirationDate":"2025-04-27","buildingId":"1454239"},{"number":"BC-2025-022224","type":"Fire Alarm Certification","inspectionDate":"2024-07-07","result":"Certified","expirationDate":"2025-07-07","buildingId":"1454239"},{"number":"BC-2024-032690","type":"Sprinkler Certification","inspectionDate":"2024-11-21","result":"Certified","expirationDate":"2025-11-21","buildingId":"1454239"},{"number":"BC-2025-026940","type":"Sprinkler Certification","inspectionDate":"2025-10-09","result":"Certified","expirationDate":"2026-10-09","buildingId":"1454239"}],"cityRecordAvailability":{"violations":true,"investigations":true,"appeals":true,"certifications":true,"permits":true,"licenses":true},"zip":"19147","beds":6,"baths":6,"stories":3,"lotArea":1350,"zoning":"RSA5","grade":"C+","basement":"1","heater":"A","centralAir":true,"extCond":"3","intCond":"3","garage":null,"homestead":false,"mail":"1428 KNOX RD, WYNNEWOOD PA, 19096","mailOut":true,"appeals":[{"type":"Zoning board appeal","grounds":"PERMIT FOR THE ERECTION OF A TWO (2) STORY ADDITION AND ROOF DECK WITH 42\" HIGH RAILING AND PILOT HOUSE 39 FEET HIGH ON AN EXISTING ONE STORY  ATTACHED STRUCTURE FOR USES AS THREE (3) FAMILY DWELLING TOTAL.","status":"CLOSED","outcome":"Granted","date":"2011-06-07","number":"14965","relatedPermit":"329621"}],"taxYears":[],"taxNet":0,"taxLien":false,"taxLedgerThrough":2016,"taxLedgerAvailable":true,"timesSold":2,"abated":false,"assessmentExemption":false,"exemptionBasisVerified":false,"valueSeries":[{"y":2016,"v":343400,"taxable":191754},{"y":2017,"v":343400,"taxable":191754},{"y":2018,"v":343400,"taxable":191754},{"y":2019,"v":575000,"taxable":321050},{"y":2020,"v":623100,"taxable":347907},{"y":2021,"v":623100,"taxable":347907},{"y":2022,"v":623100,"taxable":347907},{"y":2023,"v":841800,"taxable":457939},{"y":2024,"v":841800,"taxable":841800},{"y":2025,"v":852700,"taxable":852700},{"y":2026,"v":852700,"taxable":852700},{"y":2027,"v":778100,"taxable":778100}],"taxNow":11936,"familyHeld":false,"lastTransferNominal":false,"permits":[{"number":"329621","date":"2011-06-20","work":"Zoning/use","type":"ZP_ZON/USE","description":"ZONING/USE PERMIT","status":"COMPLETED","completedDate":"2011-06-20","scope":"CONSTRUCT A TWO STORY ADDITION ATOP EXISTING ONE STORY BUILDING THUS CREATING A THREE STORY STRUCTURE WITH ROOF DECK WITH 42\" RAILINGS & WITH ROOF TOP ACCESS STRUCTURE 4 FEET ABOVE 35 FT ROOFLINE. FOR USE AS THREE FAMILY DWELLING UNITS"},{"number":"358199","date":"2011-09-06","work":"Addition","type":"BP_ADDITON","description":"ADDITION PERMIT","status":"COMPLETED","completedDate":"2013-04-16","scope":"BUILDING AN ADDITION WITH INTERIOR RENOVATIONS TO CREATE A TRIPLEX AS PER SUBMITTED PLANS. FIRE RATED ASSEMBLIES ARE REQUIRED TO BE MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES. PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, AND FIRE SUPRESSION WORK WILL REQUIRE ADDITIONAL PERMITS. CALL THE INSPECTOR PRIOR TO STARTING WORK."},{"number":"365868","date":"2011-09-29","work":"Plumbing","type":"PP_PLUMBNG","description":"PLUMBING PERMIT","status":"COMPLETED","completedDate":"2012-07-09","scope":"INSTALLING (6) TOILETS, (6) LAV'S, (6) BATHTUBS, (3) KITCHEN SINKS, (3) WASHERS"},{"number":"383034","date":"2012-01-13","work":"Mechanical","type":"BP_MECH","description":"MECHANICAL PERMIT","status":"COMPLETED","completedDate":"2012-07-09","scope":"INSTALLING 3 60,000 BTU 90% FURNACE WITH RELATED DUCTWORK,3 TWO TON AC UNITS,CONDENSER IN YARE OR ROOF"},{"number":"382209","date":"2012-01-17","work":"Electrical","type":"EP_ELECTRL","description":"ELECTRICAL PERMIT","status":"COMPLETED","completedDate":"2012-06-23","scope":"3FD-PUT 40 REC,20 SWITCHES,SMOKE DETECTOR,40 HIGHHATS AS PER 2008 NEC (SOUTH DISTRICT)"},{"number":"385382","date":"2012-02-06","work":"Suppression","type":"BP_FIRESUP","description":"SUPPRESSION PERMIT","status":"COMPLETED","completedDate":"2013-04-16","scope":"INSTALLATION OF AN NFPA 13R SYSTEM WITH 2\" MAIN FOR RESIDENTIAL BLDG"},{"number":"391636","date":"2012-03-06","work":"Electrical","type":"EP_ELECTRL","description":"ELECTRICAL PERMIT","status":"COMPLETED","completedDate":null,"scope":"3FD-350AMP SVC AS PER 2008 NEC (SOUTH DISTRICT)"},{"number":"REMOVETHE","date":"2012-05-30","work":"Administrative","type":"BP_ADMINST","description":"ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT","status":"COMPLETED","completedDate":"2013-04-26","scope":"AMEND PERMIT #358199 TO REMOVE THE ROOF DECK FROM THE APPROVED PLANS. CALL THE INSPECTOR TO SCHEDULE AN INSPECTION."},{"number":"402816","date":"2012-05-30","work":"Administrative","type":"BP_ADMINST","description":"ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT","status":"COMPLETED","completedDate":"2013-04-16","scope":"AMEND PERMIT #358199 TO REMOVE THE ROOF DECK FROM THE APPROVED PLANS. CALL THE INSPECTOR TO SCHEDULE AN INSPECTION."}],"storyTag":"Renovated & sold on","storyDelta":4,"timeline":[{"y":2011,"k":"permit","w":"Zoning/use"},{"y":2011,"k":"sale","p":150000},{"y":2011,"k":"viol","w":"L&I violation"},{"y":2011,"k":"insp","w":"L&I: 1 failed, 1 passed"},{"y":2011,"k":"permit","w":"Addition"},{"y":2011,"k":"permit","w":"Plumbing"},{"y":2012,"k":"permit","w":"Mechanical"},{"y":2012,"k":"permit","w":"Electrical"},{"y":2012,"k":"permit","w":"Suppression"},{"y":2012,"k":"permit","w":"Electrical"},{"y":2012,"k":"permit","w":"Administrative"},{"y":2012,"k":"permit","w":"Administrative"}],"rented":true,"licenses":[{"number":"803061","type":"Rental","status":"Active","businessName":"1324 WHARTON STREET ASSOCIATES, LLC","revenueCode":"3202","rentalCategory":"Residential Dwellings","units":3,"issuedDate":"2019-02-20","latestIssueDate":"2026-01-06","expirationDate":"2027-02-19","inactiveDate":null}],"units":3,"signals":[],"legalChecks":[{"id":"use-occupancy","level":"attention","title":"Zoning approval is not the occupancy file","finding":"Appeal #14965: CLOSED · Granted; related permit 329621. Use permit #329621: COMPLETED.","why":"Philadelphia says a zoning approval or Property Sales Certification can identify a use without proving that it was established under the Building Code. A change of use, unit count, exits, or fire rating can require a Building Permit and Certificate of Occupancy.","action":"Verify the lawful use, unit count, associated construction permits, and Certificate of Occupancy with L&I.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/services/permits-violations-licenses/get-a-certificate/get-a-certificate-of-occupancy/"},{"id":"building-certifications","level":"attention","title":"A life-safety certification appears expired","finding":"Sprinkler Certification: Certified through Oct 9, 2026; Fire Alarm Certification: Certified through Jul 7, 2025","why":"Fire-protection certifications apply to the named system and inspection period only; they are not a whole-building safety certificate. Philadelphia generally requires annual sprinkler, standpipe, fire-alarm, special-hazard, and emergency-power inspections where those systems exist.","action":"Request the correction/reinspection and current filed certificate.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-licenses-and-inspections/inspections/maintenance-certifications/fire-protection-certifications/"},{"id":"rental-license","level":"verify","title":"A rental license does not transfer with the deed","finding":"1 active Rental License record matched.","why":"If dwelling space is rented, the buyer must obtain a new annual Rental License; the seller’s license is not transferable. New applications require proof of ownership and legal occupancy, tax compliance, no open L&I violations, and lead compliance where applicable.","action":"Plan the buyer’s replacement license before settlement.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/services/permits-violations-licenses/rent-or-sell-property/get-a-rental-license/"},{"id":"managing-agent","level":"verify","title":"Tax mail goes outside Philadelphia; owner residence still needs verification","finding":"OPA mails the property tax record outside Philadelphia (1428 KNOX RD, WYNNEWOOD PA, 19096).","why":"A tax mailing destination does not establish where the owner lives. If a rental owner lives outside Philadelphia, the City requires a managing agent with a Philadelphia mailing address; the owner remains legally responsible.","action":"Verify the buyer’s residence and, if the buyer will live outside Philadelphia, identify the Philadelphia managing agent on the new license application.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/services/permits-violations-licenses/rent-or-sell-property/get-a-rental-license/"},{"id":"lead","level":"verify","title":"Lead compliance is a separate record","finding":"OPA records a 1925 build year; BlockReport does not receive the Health Department’s unit-level lead certificate file.","why":"Philadelphia requires covered pre-March-1978 rentals to be certified lead-safe or lead-free for a new or renewed lease and for a new or renewed Rental License. A certificate is unit-specific; a renovation does not by itself create an exemption.","action":"Request the current lead certificate or City exemption for every dwelling unit.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/documents/lead-and-healthy-homes-resources-for-landlords/"},{"id":"investigations","level":"verify","title":"Failed inspections are dated events—not the current condition","finding":"1 failed, 1 passed, and 0 CLOSED investigation outcomes are in the fetched history; the latest dated visit was PASSED on Nov 4, 2011.","why":"A PASSED or FAILED value applies to that inspection visit. CLOSED is a separate source status; none of the three alone proves the parent permit or violation case closed—or describes today’s condition.","action":"Open the parent case/permit for each material failure and confirm its later disposition.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-licenses-and-inspections/inspections-by-permit-type/"},{"id":"commercial-trash","level":"verify","title":"A separate Commercial Trash account may apply","finding":"OPA classifies the parcel as multi-family. BlockReport does not receive a current Commercial Trash account balance.","why":"Philadelphia charges qualifying small commercial, mixed-use, and multi-unit properties that use City collection; exemptions and private collection can change applicability. A use category alone does not prove a fee is due.","action":"Check the Commercial Trash account inside the date-effective Property Payoff.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/2026-06-09-pay-your-trash-fee-bill-by-june-30/"},{"id":"violations","level":"clear","title":"No open violation; closed history remains relevant","finding":"The fetched record shows 0 open and 1 historical violation across 1 case.","why":"A closed case is materially better than an open one, but it does not by itself prove that every altered use, unit, or concealed condition matches today’s approvals.","action":"Use the closed cases to target the inspection and occupancy-file review.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-licenses-and-inspections/inspections/violation-and-order-types/"}],"closingChecks":[{"title":"Property Sales Certification","body":"The seller must obtain Philadelphia’s certificate showing the base zoning, last use in the zoning record, and open violations. The City warns that it does not prove Building Code occupancy or show zoning overlays.","action":"Obtain the fresh certificate and compare it with the CO, permits, and Atlas overlays.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/services/permits-violations-licenses/get-a-certificate/get-a-property-sales-certification/"},{"title":"Date-effective City Property Payoff","body":"The Tax Center Property Payoff covers Real Estate Tax, Commercial Trash, and L&I abatement-work invoices. Philadelphia says it does not include business-tax debts or liens, water and sewer charges, or fines for code violations.","action":"Request the City statement effective through settlement; read every period and invoice.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/guides/philadelphia-tax-center/what-to-do/"},{"title":"Professional title and water-lien searches","body":"OPA ownership, deed summaries, and a zero tax balance are not clear title. Mortgages, judgments, municipal claims, water liens, easements, heirs, and other encumbrances require separate searches.","action":"Use a Pennsylvania lawyer/title company and obtain owner’s title insurance; order the separate water search/payoff.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/2026-04-07-why-title-insurance-is-your-best-friend-when-buying-a-home-in-philadelphia/","secondaryUrl":"https://www.phila.gov/services/water-gas-utilities/pay-or-dispute-a-water-bill/resolve-water-liens-judgments/"},{"title":"Seller-specific tax relief is not the buyer’s bill","body":"LOOP and low-income or senior Real Estate Tax freezes depend on the qualifying owner and continued program eligibility; a buyer cannot assume the seller’s capped or frozen bill continues. A separately verified property abatement often remains with the property for its remaining term, but program-specific new-owner filing, use, and tax-compliance conditions still must be confirmed—not inferred from the reduced assessment alone.","action":"Have Revenue or OPA identify every current benefit, model the buyer’s bill without seller-specific relief, and confirm any verified abatement in writing.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/services/payments-assistance-taxes/payment-plans-and-assistance-programs/income-based-programs-for-residents/apply-for-the-longtime-owner-occupants-program-loop/","secondaryUrl":"https://www.phila.gov/services/payments-assistance-taxes/taxes/property-and-real-estate-taxes/get-real-estate-tax-relief/tax-freeze/"},{"title":"Seller disclosure and independent inspections","body":"For a covered Pennsylvania residential transfer, obtain the statutory seller disclosure. It reports the seller’s knowledge; it is not a warranty, title search, code review, or substitute for inspections. Because OPA dates this building before 1978, separately obtain the required federal/City lead disclosures and any test results.","action":"Have the agreement and disclosure reviewed for this transaction’s coverage and exceptions.","url":"https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dos/department-and-offices/bpoa/boards-commissions/real-estate-commission"}]}