7521 Dickens Place, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 7521 Dickens Place have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 10 permits, 2 not closed, and 18 violations, 11 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 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 7521 Dickens Place at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated inland flooding and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 11 open violations.
- General permit minor Jul 2024Expired
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.
- Electrical permit Mar 2024Issued
Adjust circuit breaker panel. partial rewire house throughout and install lighting, switches and receptacle outlets according to the 2017 nec.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2023Completed
Repair/replace ct & fai
- Electrical permit Oct 2023Completed
100a service upgrade as per nec 2017
- Electrical permit Jun 2022Completed
Install 10-year smoke detector, additional carbon/smoke detector, 3-way switch replacement, install new receptacle and circuit in kitchen, switch replacement according to nec 2014 fishing
- Use permit Mar 2020Completed
For the removal of interior accessory parking space as part of a single family dwelling with all other uses as previously approved in an existing structure.
- Electrical permit Oct 2018Completed
Installation of 14 roof mounted solar panels 3.80kw ac/4.34w dc
- Electrical permit Aug 2016Completed
Replace 100a electrical panel with new. conductors and branch c ircuit wiring will remain. work in accordance with 2008 nec for a one family building
- Alteration permit May 2016Completed
Install new hutch in kitchen install tile backsplash install tile foor. patch drywall. install new wood flooring on first floor aea. remove and replace all windows with vinyl replacement windows in existing openings-ez permit stadard 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.(pa 006047)
- Plumbing permit Jul 2011Completed
Domestic hot water heater replacement
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Superfund site
2.0 mi
Lower Darby Creek Area (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
5 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Speedway 6800, 2450 Island Rd (1,300 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
4,300 ft
Ge Philadelphia Plant and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Radon potential
Moderate
Average indoor levels of 2 to 4 pCi/L. EPA still suggests testing ground-floor and basement units.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Wildfire risk
Very Low
Wildfire risk is low enough that standard home insurance usually covers it.
FEMA National Risk Index
Nearest public schools
1,150 ft
Penrose Sch (1,150 ft), Colwyn El Sch (1,900 ft), Philadelphia Montessori CS (2,300 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
2.6 mi
Philadelphia International (PHL). Homes this close can sit inside the 65 dB DNL noise contour. Visit at peak hours and check the airport's noise map.
FAA large-hub airports
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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- This is a house, not an apartment. Check the lot boundaries, car access, and how water drains from the yard after rain, including whether the neighboring lot sits higher and could send water toward the property.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Schedule a viewing in the evening too, on a weekday, to see street traffic, streetlights, and how quiet the neighborhood is after 8 PM.
- Check the sewer connection (public network or septic tank) and the water source (public network or well), including pressure and water quality.
- Check the condition of the fence, yard, and sidewalk out front: who is responsible for upkeep, and whether there are any boundary disputes with neighbors.
- Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
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