Commercial property report

1639 N Hancock St

4 stories15,125 sqftIRMXbuilt 1950

Property at a glanceOffices

Voloshin Developments LLC

2026 assessment
$1.1M OPA value, not a listing price
2027 published assessment
$1.1M Future roll, not the current tax bill
Neighborhood area
Olde Kensington · North Philadelphia Approximate · based on ZIP 19122
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2 violation rows marked OPEN in 1 active case

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Case CF-2022-084886

Notice Of Violation

IN VIOLATION

Opened Aug 18, 2022 · Latest inspection FAILED · Jul 11, 2023

  • Periodic TestingF-901.6.4
  • Fail Obtain LicenseL-O

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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 $1,087,600. It is not yet the billed-year tax basis.

$0$1.0M$2.0M$1.1M200720112015201920232027
Property assessmentAssessmentL&I violationAppealPermitInspectionLicenseCertification

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Every dated record38 events · exact dates, newest first
  1. PermitChange of Use
  2. InspectionL&I investigation
  3. CertificationFire Alarm Certification
  4. InspectionL&I investigation
  5. InspectionL&I investigation
  6. PermitChange of Use
  7. InspectionL&I investigation
  8. InspectionL&I investigation
  9. InspectionL&I investigation
  10. InspectionL&I investigation
  11. InspectionL&I investigation
  12. L&I violationPERIODIC TESTING
  13. L&I violationFAIL OBTAIN LICENSE
  14. L&I violationPERIODIC TESTING
  15. L&I violationNEW USE OCCUPIED PRIOR TO CO
  16. L&I violationNEW USE
  17. InspectionL&I investigation
  18. PermitAlterations
  19. PermitSigns (Accessory / Non-Accessory)
  20. PermitChange of Use
  21. PermitUse
  22. PermitZoning
  23. LicenseCOMPETE 360: Food Estab, Retail Non-Permanent Location (Annual) L&I license filing marked inactive
  24. LicenseCOMPETE 360: Food Estab, Retail Non-Permanent Location (Annual) L&I license filing initially issued
  25. PermitMechanical
  26. PermitAdministrative
  27. PermitElectrical
  28. PermitElectrical
  29. PermitPlumbing
  30. AppealBuilding standards appeal
  31. PermitDemolition
  32. PermitMajor alteration
  33. PermitAlteration
  34. PermitAlteration
  35. PermitUse
  36. InspectionBC INSP (likely: building-code inspection)
  37. L&I violationCAL LO (Commercial Activity License required)
  38. InspectionBC INSP (likely: building-code inspection)

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$15,200/year estimated property tax

2026 taxable assessment $1,085,900 × 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 $1,087,600. It is not the 2026 billed-year value.

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

OPA 883361690
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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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Property report

Commercial property

Offices, recorded in the City's offices category. The public record and owner trail follow.

5 open violations

What it is
Offices Off Bld N/Com W/Pkg Mason
Owner
Voloshin Developments LLC
$ / sq ft
$72 below the $142 median for 753 offices parcels citywide
Interior area
15,125 sqft
Lot size
9,625 sqft
Stories
4
Built
1950
Zoning
IRMX

Recorded owner

Who's behind it

Voloshin Developments LLC · corporate / LLC owner

• Owns 3 properties across Philadelphia under this name, assessed at $1.4M combined
• Tax bills mail to 1343 E Palmer St, Philadelphia PA, 19125

Block context

1600 block of N Hancock St. Compare parcels, ownership, and public-record history.

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Next door: 1640-48 N Hancock St  ·  1612 N Hancock St

No business or residential license records

No business license or residential registration matched this OPA parcel in the latest City data.

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Inferred from public records · 2025-07-29 through 2026-07-29

Food and drink at this property

1 possible-opening record signal in this 12-month window. These are classifications, not confirmed announcements.

Inference, not an opening announcement. Possible-opening classifications are inferences from public permit and license records, not confirmed opening announcements. A permit is authorization for a stated scope, not proof that work occurred or finished. A license is an L&I registration, not proof that a business is open or operating. Food and drink uses the seven exact L&I license types already used by BlockReport. The City record does not support a reliable restaurant, bar, and cafe split. License renewals do not create new events. The opening date is the earliest initial issue date for a deduped OPA parcel, normalized business identity, and license type. Sources: L&I building permits and L&I business licenses, data through Jul 29, 2026.

Open every source row 38 dated rows
  1. PermitChange of Use

    Permit ZP-2026-008003 · Issued

    Eating and Drinking Establishments - Prepared Food Shop; Retail Sales - Consumer Goods; Retail Sales - Wearing Apparel and Accessories

  2. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-085714 · FAILED

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

  3. CertificationFire Alarm Certification

    Certification BC-2026-018740 · Certified

    Expires 2026-10-06

  4. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-085714 · FAILED

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

  5. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-084886 · FAILED

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

  6. PermitChange of Use

    Permit ZP-2023-005700 · Issued

    Personal Services

  7. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-085714 · FAILED

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

  8. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-084886 · FAILED

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

  9. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-085714 · FAILED

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

  10. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-084886 · FAILED

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

  11. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-085714 · FAILED

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

  12. ViolationPERIODIC TESTING

    Case CF-2022-084886 · Violation VI-2022-062418 · Code F-901.6.4 · OPEN

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

  13. ViolationFAIL OBTAIN LICENSE

    Case CF-2022-084886 · Violation VI-2022-062416 · Code L-O · OPEN

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

  14. ViolationPERIODIC TESTING

    Case CF-2022-085714 · Violation VI-2022-062959 · Code F-901.6.4 · COMPLIED

    Resolution: COMPLIED - LICENSE/CERTIFICATE/REPORT OBTAINED City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  15. ViolationNEW USE OCCUPIED PRIOR TO CO

    Case CF-2022-085714 · Violation VI-2022-062958 · Code A-701.1/3 · COMPLIED

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

  16. ViolationNEW USE

    Case CF-2022-085714 · Violation VI-2022-062957 · Code A-301.1/65 · COMPLIED

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

  17. InvestigationL&I investigation

    Case CF-2022-084886 · FAILED

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

  18. PermitAlterations

    Permit PP-2021-004588 · Completed

    Install 1" lead free Watts LF009M2QT domestic backflow preventer

  19. PermitSigns (Accessory / Non-Accessory)

    Permit ZP-2020-010057 · Issued

    FOR THE ERECTION OF ONE (1) ACCESSORY VINYL FLATWALL SIGN. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE PLAN.

  20. PermitChange of Use

    Permit ZP-2021-001542 · Issued

    Artist Studios and Artisan Industrial.

  21. PermitUse

    Permit 965677 · COMPLETED

    FOR CONTINUED USE AS OFFICES AND ARTIST STUDIOS

  22. PermitZoning

    Permit 937468 · COMPLETED

    CONSOLIDATION OF 154-156 CECIL B MOORE AVE, 158-162 CECIL B MOORE AVENUE 1639-41 N HANCOCK, 1643 N HANCOCK STREET INTO 1639 N HANCOCK STREET (SEE AP# 931882 FOR PLANS)

  23. License terminal eventCOMPETE 360: Food Estab, Retail Non-Permanent Location (Annual) L&I license filing marked inactive

    License 600633 · Inactive

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

  24. License issue eventCOMPETE 360: Food Estab, Retail Non-Permanent Location (Annual) L&I license filing initially issued

    License 600633 · Inactive

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

  25. PermitMechanical

    Permit 391774 · COMPLETED

    INSTALL 10 PAYNE HEAT PUMP UNITS. ALSO INSTALL SEPARATE DUCTWORK FOR EACH SELF-CONTAINED UNIT (ARTIST STUDIOS)

  26. PermitAdministrative

    Permit 360274 · COMPLETED

    FOR THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO BUILDING PERMIT #328414.THE PROPOSED ACTIVITY TO MAINTAIN EXISTING OUTSWINGING STAIR TOWER DOORS ON THIRD SOUTH STAIR TOWER IS SHOWN ON THE SUBMITTED PLANS. THIS PROPOSED ACTIVITY HAS BEEN APPROVED BY THE BBS CASE NO. 16324. ALSO FOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS AS SHOWN ON THE APPROVED PLANS.

  27. PermitElectrical

    Permit 364138 · COMPLETED

    INSTALL NEW 1200AMP 3 PHASE 120-208 VOLT SERVICE, 29 METERS, SUBPANELS, RECEPTS, SWITCHES, LIGHTING AS PER 2008 NEC (EAST DISTRICT)

  28. PermitElectrical

    Permit 370782 · COMPLETED

    INSTALL NEW FIRE ALARM SYSTEM AS PER NFPA-72 (1639-43 HANCOCK STREET(BASEMENT THROUGH 4TH FLOOR))(EAST DIST)

  29. PermitPlumbing

    Permit 366458 · COMPLETED

    ROUGHING 18 POWDER ROOMS, 3 4" STACKS, 8 MOP SINKS, AND SETTING 18 TOILETS, 18 BATHROOM SINKS, 3 KITCHEN SINKS, 3 RAIN CONDUCTORS, AND 3 WATER HEATERS

  30. AppealBuilding standards appeal

    Appeal 16324 · OPEN · APPROVED

    Related permit 360274 · ON 10/4/11 DEPARTMENT OF LICENSES AND INSPECTIONS ISSUED NOTICE OF REFUSAL FOR APPLICATION #360274.

  31. PermitDemolition

    Permit 360314 · COMPLETED

    CLOSURE OF 1000 GALLON UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK AS PER PADEP RULES AND REGULATIONS.

  32. PermitMajor alteration

    Permit 328414 · COMPLETED

    FOR A LEVEL II ALTERATION TO REHABILITATE AN EXISTING STRUCTURE TO BE USED AS ARTIST STUDIOS, SCREEN PRINTING AND OTHER APPROVED ACTIVITIES.ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. THIS WORK ACTIVITY SHALL BE PERFORMED BY CONTRACTOR'S LICENSED WITH THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA.

  33. PermitAlteration

    Permit 331944 · COMPLETED

    ROOF REPLACEMENT, TORCH DOWN RUBBER ROOF - NOT MORE THAN 10% SHEATHING REPLACEMENT (COMM.)

  34. PermitAlteration

    Permit 327803 · COMPLETED

    INTERIOR ALTERATIONS: REMOVE NON LOAD BEARING WOOD FRAME PARTITIONS, RE-OPEN EXISTING DOORWAYS AND BASEMENT WINDOWS, REPLACE LENTILS IN KIND WHERE NEEDED.INSTALL 8 REPLACEMENT WINDOWS IN EXISTING OPENINGS.

  35. PermitUse

    Permit 299969 · COMPLETED

    USE SPACE AS ARTIST WORKSPACE FOR CREATIVE BUSINESS. NO ARTIST TO LIVE ON PREMISIS.

  36. InvestigationBC INSP (likely: building-code inspection)

    Case 105836 · PASSED

    Legacy inspection shorthand; confirm the inspection type and scope in the City case file. The cited inspection visit was marked passed.

  37. ViolationCAL LO (Commercial Activity License required)

    Case 105836 · Violation 520232 · Code 19-2602.1/1 · COMPLIED

    Philadelphia Code §19-2602(1) requires a Commercial Activity License before conducting business in the city. City marked this violation complied with; check the resolution date and live case for what was accepted.

  38. InvestigationBC INSP (likely: building-code inspection)

    Case 105836 · FAILED

    Legacy inspection shorthand; confirm the inspection type and scope in the City case file. The cited inspection visit was marked failed; later rows may show follow-up or resolution.

Where this comes from

Methodology & freshness

This report was assembled Jul 28, 2026, 11:21 AM 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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