{"asOf":"2026-07-28T14:18:03.402Z","block":"3100-3199 N BROAD ST","blockUrl":"https://philadelphia.blockreport.homes/block/3100-3199-n-broad-st","address":"3102 N BROAD ST","parcelNumber":"111140602","source":"https://property.phila.gov/?p=111140602","ownerType":"owner-occupied","kind":"multi-family","isHouse":false,"home":false,"commercial":false,"residential":false,"taxExempt":false,"institutional":false,"buildingCode":"SC","buildingCodeNew":"25","buildingClass":"VACANT LAND COMMER < ACRE","buildingClassNew":"ROW MODERN","useLabel":"Multi-family","owner":"CHANG CHANG HWAN","coOwner":null,"marketValue":667000,"landAssessment":133400,"improvementAssessment":533600,"livableArea":3000,"yearBuilt":2021,"lastSale":{"price":1,"date":"2022-11-29T05:00:00Z"},"openViolations":0,"violations":[],"violationCases":[],"investigations":[],"taxOwed":0,"taxSnapshot":{"available":true,"asOf":"2022-06","matched":false},"taxDelinquencySnapshotAsOf":"2022-06","taxDelinquencySnapshotAvailable":true,"lat":40.00018096220671,"lng":-75.15354555901857,"geom":{"type":"Polygon","coordinates":[[[-75.153373976,40.000184133],[-75.153383385,40.000137033],[-75.153718984,40.000178541],[-75.153708151,40.000224495],[-75.153373976,40.000184133]]]},"liDistrict":"NORTH","certifications":[],"cityRecordAvailability":{"violations":true,"investigations":true,"appeals":true,"certifications":false,"permits":true,"licenses":true},"zip":"19132","beds":6,"baths":null,"stories":3,"lotArea":1488,"zoning":"CMX3","grade":null,"basement":"B","heater":"A","centralAir":false,"extCond":"1","intCond":"1","garage":null,"homestead":true,"mail":"423 S 20TH ST, PHILADELPHIA PA, 19146","mailOut":false,"appeals":[],"taxYears":[],"taxNet":0,"taxLien":false,"taxLedgerThrough":2016,"taxLedgerAvailable":true,"timesSold":2,"abated":true,"assessmentExemption":true,"exemptionBasisVerified":false,"valueSeries":[{"y":2025,"v":551600,"taxable":110300,"land":110300,"improvement":441300,"taxableLand":110300,"taxableImprovement":0,"exemptLand":0,"exemptImprovement":441300},{"y":2026,"v":551600,"taxable":110300,"land":110300,"improvement":441300,"taxableLand":110300,"taxableImprovement":0,"exemptLand":0,"exemptImprovement":441300},{"y":2027,"v":667000,"taxable":133400,"land":133400,"improvement":533600,"taxableLand":133400,"taxableImprovement":0,"exemptLand":0,"exemptImprovement":533600}],"taxNow":1544,"familyHeld":false,"lastTransferNominal":true,"permits":[{"number":"CP-2020-004566","date":"2021-01-13","work":"New Construction","type":"Building","description":"Commercial Building Permit","status":"Completed","completedDate":"2021-12-17","scope":"For the erection of a foundation, structural framing elements, and common-access means of egress stair to facilitate the erection of a three (3) story attached modular structure to be used as Group R-2 (three (3) dwelling units), as per plans and third-party agency modular unit plans; separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression hook ups and non-modular areas; building to be fully sprinklered in accordance with NFPA 13R (minimum); see AP#1029940 for zoning/use approval."},{"number":"FP-2020-001799","date":"2021-02-03","work":"New Construction","type":"Fire Suppression","description":"Fire Suppression Permit","status":"Completed","completedDate":"2021-12-17","scope":"FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 2016, STANDARD 13R TO INCLUDE A 2-INCH DIAMETER FIRE SERVICE LINE AND A 1.5-INCH DIAMETER BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY."},{"number":"PP-2021-007136","date":"2021-04-29","work":"New Construction or Additions","type":"Plumbing","description":"Plumbing Permit","status":"Completed","completedDate":"2021-12-06","scope":"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."},{"number":"MP-2021-003284","date":"2021-07-19","work":"New Construction","type":"Mechanical","description":"Mechanical / Fuel Gas Permit","status":"Completed","completedDate":"2021-12-17","scope":"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. EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. (Add 3 heat-pump and 840 cfm of ductwork in the basement to feed the 1 floor unit only. The duct work doesn't pass through a different occupied space)."},{"number":"PP-2021-011623","date":"2021-07-27","work":"New Construction or Additions","type":"Plumbing","description":"Plumbing Permit","status":"Completed","completedDate":"2021-12-06","scope":"New construction, modular building construction interior plumbing. All proposed work to be done in accordance with Philadelphia Plumbing Code 2018."},{"number":"EP-2021-003355","date":"2021-10-12","work":"New Construction","type":"Electrical","description":"Electrical Permit","status":"Completed","completedDate":"2021-10-18","scope":"Provide and install 400 amp, single phase, 4 pack meter with with 200 amp main breaker branch circuit to each of the 3 factory installed unit panels and the field installed common electrical panel in basement. Install field wiring as shown on drawings for basement as per 2017 NEC. Wire in field fire alarm wiring to existing factory installed fire alarm system as per 2016 NFPA 72."}],"storyTag":"New construction","storyDelta":null,"timeline":[{"y":2017,"k":"land","p":41000},{"y":2021,"k":"permit","w":"New Construction"},{"y":2021,"k":"permit","w":"New Construction"},{"y":2021,"k":"permit","w":"New Construction or Additions"},{"y":2021,"k":"permit","w":"New Construction"},{"y":2021,"k":"permit","w":"New Construction or Additions"},{"y":2021,"k":"permit","w":"New Construction"},{"y":2021,"k":"sale","p":675000}],"rented":true,"licenses":[{"number":"887333","type":"Rental","status":"Active","businessName":"Chang H. Chang","legalName":"Chang H. Chang","address":"3102 N BROAD ST","revenueCode":"3202","rentalCategory":"Residential Dwellings","units":3,"issuedDate":"2022-02-08","latestIssueDate":"2025-12-29","expirationDate":"2027-02-07","inactiveDate":null}],"licenseActivity":[{"number":"887333","type":"Rental","businessName":"Chang H. Chang","legalName":"Chang H. Chang","issuedDate":"2022-02-08","latestIssueDate":"2025-12-29","closureDate":null,"expirationDate":"2027-02-07","inactiveDate":null,"status":"Active","statusLabel":"Active","active":true}],"businessLicenseSourceDate":"2026-07-27","units":3,"signals":[{"kind":"post-purchase-work","level":"elevated","title":"Post-purchase work pattern","summary":"A recorded purchase followed by 6 permit events matches the early part of a renovate-and-resell sequence.","evidence":["purchase recorded in 2021","permit activity in 2021"],"caveat":"This does not show that the property is listed or that a sale is planned."}],"legalChecks":[{"id":"use-occupancy","level":"attention","title":"Zoning approval is not the occupancy file","finding":"The record identifies more than one dwelling/use.","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":"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":"building-certifications","level":"verify","title":"A fire-system permit exists, but no annual certification matched","finding":"3 fire/suppression-related permits matched; the fetched BIN certification feed returned no row.","why":"Installed systems in mixed-use and larger buildings generally require periodic certification, but applicability and limited-area exceptions vary. A missing BIN/address join is not proof of a compliance failure.","action":"Confirm what system was installed and whether a current annual certificate is required and filed.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-licenses-and-inspections/inspections/maintenance-certifications/fire-protection-certifications/"},{"id":"deed-chain","level":"verify","title":"The latest nominal transfer is not a market sale—or a title opinion","finding":"The latest deed in the assembled record moved for nominal consideration.","why":"A $1 or nominal deed can be a valid family, estate, or entity transfer. It does not establish a sale price, clear title, or by itself prove a tangled title.","action":"Read the recorded deed and have the title search confirm every grantor, grantee, estate/probate step, lien, and authority to sell.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/services/property-lots-housing/get-a-copy-of-a-deed-or-other-recorded-document/"},{"id":"homestead","level":"verify","title":"Homestead is tied to owner occupancy and the deed","finding":"OPA shows the Homestead Exemption.","why":"Philadelphia limits Homestead to an owner’s primary residence. The City says a deed change can require a new application or update.","action":"A buyer should apply in their own name and not assume the seller’s benefit continues.","url":"https://www.phila.gov/documents/homestead-exemption-application/"},{"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/"}],"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/"}]}