1852 Widener Place, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 1852 Widener Place have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 10 permits, 5 not closed, and 56 violations, 10 open.
- What is the 2026 conforming loan limit in Philadelphia County?
- $832,750 for a single-unit home, per FHFA. Larger loans are jumbo loans.
- Is radon a problem here?
- EPA radon zone 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 1852 Widener Place at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated heat wave and cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
5 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 10 open violations.
- Zoning permit Nov 2025Issued
For the erection of a rear walkout deck to an existing attached structure. size and location as shown in application/plans
- Residential building permit Nov 2025Expired
For level ii alterations with partial change of occupancy (no change of occupancy classification, group r-3 to group r-3) to create a two-family dwelling within an existing two (2) story building as per approved plans. existing building not required to be sprinklered. *2018 iebc review* *separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work*
- Residential building permit May 2025Completed
Make safe permit to comply with case #610607- for the repair of an existng structure as per engineer's report and plan. abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6' in height. separate streets department permit required for sidewalk closure. a separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #610607. in accordance with code bulletin pm-1801, a pa professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. the engineer must submit a sealed statement to the department confirming that the structure is in sound condition at completion.
- Electrical permit Feb 2025Expired
Install wiring throughout. install lighting, switches, receptacle, fishing wire in existing location, smoke and co detector, finish electrical, as per 2017 nec amendment: install 200 amp electrical with circuit breaker panel according to the 2017 nec.
- Plumbing permit Dec 2024Expired
Installing new toilets sink and tub on the second floor replacing/ installing kitchen sink and a toilet and sink on the first floor.
- Residential building permit Dec 2024Expired
Ez permit standards alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work and the installation of heating/cooling appliances. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes any modification to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations; including underpinning, excavation, and removal of foundation slab.no work may be performed in the basement or cellar.
- Use permit May 2012Completed
For use as a single family dwelling (sfd) in an existing three (3) story structure.
- Plumbing permit May 2009Completed
Section of main drain under garage floor, area drain in garage, combo rain leated/cesspool in yard (rear), kitchen sink waste, trap and tail piece, section of 2" rear vent
- Electrical permit Jan 2009Completed
Installation of 100 amp service, replace outlets, switches and fixtures as per 2005 nec (north dist)
- Alteration permit Jun 2008Completed
Install new shingles on the front porch & pent roof.
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Brownfield site
1,450 ft
Church Lane Garden. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Historic listing nearby
400 ft
Pennell, Joseph, School. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
Radon potential
High
Average indoor levels here can exceed 4 pCi/L, EPA's action level. A $15 test kit settles it before you buy.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
350 ft
Pennell Joseph Sch (350 ft), Prince Hall Sch (1,450 ft), Imhotep Institute CHS (2,100 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Conforming loan limit 2026
$832,750
Philadelphia County. Mortgages up to this amount qualify for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac pricing. Above it, the loan is a jumbo with stricter terms.
FHFA Conforming Loan Limit Values, one-unit
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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
- Schedule a viewing on a weekday too, between 6:00 and 7:30 PM, the window when the building is busiest: neighbors, parking, elevator.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
- Ask for the latest maintenance bill from a winter month, not a summer one: that's where the real cost of living there shows up.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
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