Permits have been issued for the construction of a three-story, mixed-use building at 2206 North 2nd Street in Norris Square, North Philadelphia. The structure will replace a vacant lot situated on the west side of the block between West Susquehanna and West Dauphin streets. The building will rise from a 1,000-square-foot footprint and will feature 3,960 square feet of interior space, comprised of two residential units and a commercial space. The development will feature full sprinkling. The roof deck will likely provide sweeping vistas, given a near-total lack of taller buildings nearby. Permits list Adeline Kupa as the owner, Paul Dietz as the design professional, and Qazim Kupa as the contractor. Construction costs are specified at $175,000.
The building will rise on a thoroughfare that was significantly affected by the postwar advent of depopulation and subsequent demolitions. As of today, nearly half of the properties on either side of the street sit abandoned. The block has not seen new construction, and only minimal renovations, since the end of World War II, so the proposal at hand, minor as it may be, is a refreshing development for the area, representing developer faith in the local real estate market. As such, we may expect to see surrounding properties redeveloped in the near future, as well.
The planned structure is well-suited for the site, as its (presumably ground-level) commercial space will contribute to the commercial corridor. However, the large lots nearby should logically be able to accommodate much larger buildings, as well, given the amount of existing infrastructure and desirable attractions in the surrounding area. At least nine schools, two subway stations, a hospital (Temple University Hospital-Episcopal Campus), and several parks are located within a 15-minute walking radius. A 20-minute walk will take residents to Temple University and SEPTA regional rail to the southwest, or the arts, dining, and nightlife hub in Fishtown to the southeast.
Given these social amenities, ample development-ready space, and the street’s broad width, it would be reasonable for the city to consider allowing construction of buildings that would bring a greater density to the block than what is currently permitted.
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Property Address:
2206 N Second St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
United States
Property Coordinates:
39.98401° N, 75.13667° W
Local Transit:
SEPTA bus routes 39 and 89 offers direct service for your transport needs.
Two city blocks to the west on American Street, SEPTA bus route 57 provides an additional convenience.
Just under 1 mile from the York-Dauphin Station of the Market-Frankford Line to the east and under 3 miles from the Susquehanna-Dauphin Station of the Broad Street Line to the west.
Closing Thoughts:
Don’t expect parking on this property.
This property is not for everyone.
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