Apartment building report

156 W School House Ln

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3 stories7,226 sqftRSA1built 1890

Property at a glanceApartment building

Individual owner on record

2026 assessment
$652K OPA value, not a listing price
2027 published assessment
$1.3M Future roll, not the current tax bill
Neighborhood area
Germantown Approximate · based on ZIP 19144
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2 violation rows marked OPEN in 1 active case

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Case CF-2022-031580

Notice Of Violation

IN VIOLATION

Opened Apr 14, 2022 · Latest inspection FAILED · May 12, 2025

  • Vacant Structure License9-3905
  • Vacant Structure & LandPM15-301

OPEN is the status in the fetched L&I file, not a new inspection by BlockReport. Read the notice for the cited condition and required correction, then verify the live case with L&I.

Assessment and City record timeline

The line tracks this property’s published City assessment. Markers show deeds, permits, inspections, licenses, violations, certifications, and appeals on their recorded dates. Select one to read the filing.

Assessments are tax-roll values, not sale prices or appraisals. OPA has published a 2027 assessment of $1,254,000. It is not yet the billed-year tax basis.

$0$1.3M$2.5M$1.3M2004200820122016202020242027
Property assessmentAssessmentTeardownL&I violationAppealPermitInspectionLicense

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Every dated record43 events · exact dates, newest first
  1. PermitCombined Lot Line Relocation and New Dev…
  2. InspectionL&I investigation
  3. AppealLIRB-C Other L&I
  4. InspectionL&I investigation
  5. L&I violationNEW USE
  6. InspectionL&I investigation
  7. InspectionL&I investigation
  8. InspectionL&I investigation
  9. InspectionL&I investigation
  10. InspectionL&I investigation
  11. InspectionL&I investigation
  12. InspectionL&I investigation
  13. L&I violationVACANT STRUCTURE LICENSE
  14. L&I violationVACANT STRUCTURE & LAND
  15. InspectionL&I investigation
  16. PermitNew construction, addition, GFA change
  17. PermitMinor Demolition
  18. L&I violationEXTERIOR STRUCTURE ROOF DRAINAGE
  19. L&I violationEXTERIOR STRUCTURE PROTECTIVE TREATMENT
  20. InspectionL&I investigation
  21. TeardownDemolished
  22. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  23. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  24. AppealZoning board appeal
  25. LicenseTEEN CHALLENGE MENS HOME: Rental landlord or residential registration marked inactive
  26. L&I violationVACANT STRUCTURE LICENSE
  27. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  28. LicenseTEEN CHALLENGE MENS HOME: Food Preparing and Serving business license marked inactive
  29. PermitPlumbing
  30. PermitMechanical
  31. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  32. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  33. L&I violationANNUAL CERT FIRE ALARM
  34. L&I violationFIRE-PULL STATION SIGNS
  35. InspectionHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)
  36. PermitNew Construction
  37. PermitAddition
  38. LicenseTEEN CHALLENGE INC: Dumpster License - Private Property L&I license filing initially issued
  39. PermitZoning/use
  40. AppealZoning board appeal
  41. PermitSuppression
  42. LicenseTEEN CHALLENGE MENS HOME: Food Preparing and Serving business license initially issued
  43. LicenseTEEN CHALLENGE MENS HOME: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued

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$9,120/year estimated property tax

2026 taxable assessment $651,500 × 1.3998%. This is an estimate, not a bill or account balance. The City maintains payments, credits, interest, and the current amount due.

OPA has published a 2027 assessment of $1,254,000. It is not the 2026 billed-year value.

Current City balanceCheck Tax Center

Payments, credits, interest, and the current amount due are maintained by the City.

OPA 881058120
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Exemption classificationNo exemption shown

2026 taxable assessment equals the full assessed value.

Historical delinquency sources No current conclusion

This parcel did not match the June 2022 delinquency snapshot. That absence does not confirm the account is current today.

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Building report

Apartment building

Apartment building, recorded in the City's apartments category. The public record and owner trail follow.

2 open violations

What it is
Apartment building Apt Boarding Home Masonry
Owner
Individual owner on record Individual name redacted
$ / sq ft
$174 above the $147 median for 2,826 apartments parcels citywide
Corridor
Central Germantown & Vicinity city commercial corridor
Interior area
7,226 sqft
Lot size
43,493 sqft
Stories
3
Built
1890
Zoning
RSA1

Block context

100 block of W School House Ln. Compare parcels, ownership, and public-record history.

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Next door: 162-64 W School House Ln  ·  166 W School House Ln

Business licenses at this address Latest pull

What L&I has registered at this OPA parcel, newest initial license date first.

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TEEN CHALLENGE MENS HOMEInactive

Food Preparing and Serving · Initial issue date May 16, 2004 · Terminal license date Jun 29, 2018

Landlord and residential filings

These are property registrations or landlord filings, not businesses operating at this address.

TEEN CHALLENGE MENS HOMEInactive

Rental · Initial issue date Apr 17, 2004 · Terminal license date Apr 29, 2019

A license is an L&I registration, not proof that a business is open, operating today, or located at this storefront. Dates are license dates. Events are deduped by parcel, business identity, and license type, so a renewal is not shown as another opening. Other permit and filing types remain in the full source ledger.

Open every source row 42 dated rows
  1. PermitCombined Lot Line Relocation and New Dev…

    Permit ZP-2026-002611 · Issued

    FOR THE RELOCATION OF LOT LINES TO CONSOLIDATE THREE (3) EXISTING LOTS (PARCEL A: 131-43 W. COULTER STREET), (PARCEL B: 150-52 W. SCHOOL HOUSE LANE), AND (PARCEL C: 156 W. SCHOOL HOUSE LANE) INTO A SINGLE LOT; SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN.

  2. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-031580 · FAILED

    The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  3. AppealLIRB-C Other L&I

    Appeal HA-2024-000025 · Closed · Complete

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  4. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2023-017335 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  5. ViolationNEW USE

    Case CF-2023-017335 · Violation VI-2023-013117 · Code A-301.1/65 · COMPLIED

    Resolution: COMPLIED - OWNER REPAIR City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  6. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2023-017335 · FAILED

    The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  7. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-031580 · FAILED

    The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  8. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-031580 · FAILED

    The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  9. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case 677156 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  10. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-031580 · FAILED

    The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  11. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2021-006753 · PASSED

    The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  12. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-031580 · FAILED

    The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  13. ViolationVACANT STRUCTURE LICENSE

    Case CF-2022-031580 · Violation VI-2022-024914 · Code 9-3905 · OPEN

    The individual violation row was marked open in the assembled City file; verify the live notice and any later inspection.

  14. ViolationVACANT STRUCTURE & LAND

    Case CF-2022-031580 · Violation VI-2022-024913 · Code PM15-301 · OPEN

    The individual violation row was marked open in the assembled City file; verify the live notice and any later inspection.

  15. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2021-006753 · FAILED

    The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  16. PermitNew construction, addition, GFA change

    Permit ZP-2021-008815 · Issued

    FOR THE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AT THE REAR OF AN EXISTING BUILDING FACING W. SCHOOL HOUSE LN AND COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF THE REARMOST BUILDING (SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON PLANS).

  17. PermitMinor Demolition

    Permit DP-2021-001310 · Completed

    FOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF TWO (2) EXISTING STRUCTURES AT THE REAR OF THE PROPERTY AS PER PLAN. THE MAIN BUILDING WILL REMAIN. FOR DEMOLITION BY MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT.

  18. ViolationEXTERIOR STRUCTURE ROOF DRAINAGE

    Case CF-2021-006753 · Violation VI-2021-005073 · Code PM15-304.7 · COMPLIED

    Resolution: COMPLIED - OWNER REPAIR City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  19. ViolationEXTERIOR STRUCTURE PROTECTIVE TREATMENT

    Case CF-2021-006753 · Violation VI-2021-005075 · Code PM15-304.2 · COMPLIED

    Resolution: COMPLIED - OWNER REPAIR City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  20. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2021-006753 · FAILED

    The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  21. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 677156 · CLOSED

    A legacy L&I inspection label. The unit inspected housing for property-maintenance, fire-prevention, and related code compliance; the separate status says how that visit ended. City marked the record closed; open the case for the closing reason.

  22. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 677156 · FAILED

    A legacy L&I inspection label. The unit inspected housing for property-maintenance, fire-prevention, and related code compliance; the separate status says how that visit ended. The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  23. AppealZoning board appeal

    Appeal 36389 · OPEN · Withdrawn

    Related permit 937479 · PERMIT FOR THE DEMOLOTION OF EXISTING STRUCTURE ON LOT AND EXISTING ONE(1) STORY STRUCTURE REMAINS.FOR THE ERECTION OF FOUR(4) DETACHED STRUCTURES ON LOT FOR A MULTIFAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING ( 53 DWELLING UNITS) ON LOT WITH THIRTEEN(13) ACCES

  24. License terminal eventTEEN CHALLENGE MENS HOME: Rental landlord or residential registration marked inactive

    License 215534 · Inactive

    License event. Registration does not prove present operation or storefront occupancy.

  25. ViolationVACANT STRUCTURE LICENSE

    Case 677156 · Violation 211959926 · Code 9-3905 · CLOSED

    Resolution: CLOSED - REISSUED/REWRITTEN City marked the record closed; open the case for the closing reason.

  26. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 677156 · FAILED

    A legacy L&I inspection label. The unit inspected housing for property-maintenance, fire-prevention, and related code compliance; the separate status says how that visit ended. The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  27. License terminal eventTEEN CHALLENGE MENS HOME: Food Preparing and Serving business license marked inactive

    License 204350 · Inactive

    License event. Registration does not prove present operation or storefront occupancy.

  28. PermitPlumbing

    Permit 804448 · COMPLETED

    INSTALL NEW MAIN SEWER LINE FROM STACK TO CURB CONNECT RAIN LEADERS TO NEW PLUMBING (COMMERCIAL) "SELF-CERTIFICATIONS ARE NO LONGER PERMITTED" - "ALL EXCAVATIONS AND PLUMBING TRENCHES IN EXCESS OF 5 FEET IN DEPTH MUST HAVE APPROVED SHORING IN PLACE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION"

  29. PermitMechanical

    Permit 779928 · COMPLETED

    REMOVE EXISTING NON-COMPLIANT KITCHEN HOOD; INSTALL ONE (1), SIX FOOT (6'-0") TYPE 1 COMMERCIAL KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD WITH FIRE WRAPPED GREASE DUCT, EXTERIOR GREASE DUCT AND EXHAUST FAN ABOVE ROOF, MAKEUP AIR DUCT, MAKEUP AIR FAN, CLEANOUT AND STAINLESS STEEL WALL COVERING PER PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL ELECTRICAL / PLUMBING WORK AND ANY NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM.

  30. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 464172 · PASSED

    A legacy L&I inspection label. The unit inspected housing for property-maintenance, fire-prevention, and related code compliance; the separate status says how that visit ended. The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  31. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 464172 · FAILED

    A legacy L&I inspection label. The unit inspected housing for property-maintenance, fire-prevention, and related code compliance; the separate status says how that visit ended. The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  32. ViolationANNUAL CERT FIRE ALARM

    Case 464172 · Violation 3457690 · Code FC-915.1/3 · COMPLIED

    City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  33. ViolationFIRE-PULL STATION SIGNS

    Case 464172 · Violation 3457689 · Code FC-907.4/4 · COMPLIED

    City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  34. InvestigationHCEU INSP (Housing Code Enforcement Unit inspection)

    Case 464172 · FAILED

    A legacy L&I inspection label. The unit inspected housing for property-maintenance, fire-prevention, and related code compliance; the separate status says how that visit ended. The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

  35. PermitNew Construction

    Permit 387429 · Expired

    INSTALL 100 AMP SERVICE - REPLACE 20 DEVICES AND PLATES - REPLACE 1 FIXTURE - INSTALLING 1 SMOKE - 5 30, 20 AND 15 AMP DEDICATED LINES - 3 PULL CHAIN KEYLESS FIXTURES - 2 RECEPTACLES - 3 WAY SYSTEM - PER 2008 NEC INSTALL 100 AMP SERVICE - REPLACE 20 DEVICES AND PLATES - REPLACE 1 FIXTURE - INSTALLING 1 SMOKE - 5 30, 20 AND 15 AMP DEDICATED LINES - 3 PULL CHAIN KEYLESS FIXTURES - 2 RECEPTACLES - 3 WAY SYSTEM - PER 2008 NEC

  36. PermitAddition

    Permit 293798 · COMPLETED

    ERECT 2ND FLOOR ADDITION ABOVE THE ONE STORY REAR BUILDING AND ERECTING A DECK WITH A CONNECTION BRIDGE IN THE REAR OF THE FRONT BUILDING AS PER PLANS.

  37. License issue eventTEEN CHALLENGE INC: Dumpster License - Private Property L&I license filing initially issued

    License 523632 · Active

    License event. Registration does not prove present operation or storefront occupancy.

  38. PermitZoning/use

    Permit 293748 · COMPLETED

    USE VACANT SPACE AS A MEETING ROOM AND 2ND FLOOR ADDITION AND ADDING A DECK OFF OF 2ND FLOOR REAR.

  39. AppealZoning board appeal

    Appeal 13435 · CLOSED · Granted

    Related permit 293748 · PERMIT FOR THE ERECTION OF A 2 STORY ADDITION ABOVE AN EXISTING ONE (1) STORY PORTION (REAR, MAXIMUM HEIGHT NOT TO EXCEED 35'); FOR THE ERECTION OF A ROOFTOP DECK ABOVE 1ST STORY (REAR, ROOFTOP IS DECK FLOOR) WITH A PROPOSED CONNECTION (OPE

  40. PermitSuppression

    Permit 195734 · COMPLETED

    INSTALL 3-GALLON ANSUL R-102 KITCHEN FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM TO PROTECT EXISTING APPLIANCES, HOOD, AND DUCT.

  41. License issue eventTEEN CHALLENGE MENS HOME: Food Preparing and Serving business license initially issued

    License 204350 · Inactive

    License event. Registration does not prove present operation or storefront occupancy.

  42. License issue eventTEEN CHALLENGE MENS HOME: Rental landlord or residential registration initially issued

    License 215534 · Inactive

    License event. Registration does not prove present operation or storefront occupancy.

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Methodology & freshness

This report was assembled Jul 25, 2026, 8:41 PM ET. Available City datasets are queried from OpenDataPhilly (phl.carto.com) and the cited City ArcGIS feeds; record queries paginate rather than silently taking a first page. For this property: Permits: queried · Violations: queried · Investigations: queried · Appeals: queried · Licenses: queried · Building certifications: queried. “Unavailable” means the source query failed or was not supplied, not “no record.” Reports re-pull on view after seven days and on an overnight rolling schedule; citywide benchmarks recompute weekly. Source dates still govern: the parcel-level tax-delinquency snapshot is June 2022 and the separate detailed tax ledger ends in 2016, so neither establishes today’s balance. The live balance and date-effective payoff must be verified in Tax Center. AI-written passages are grounded in the assembled record and rejected if they state a number the record does not hold.

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