7615 Dickens Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 7615 Dickens Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 10 permits, 4 not closed, and 6 violations, 1 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 7615 Dickens Avenue 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
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Electrical permit Sep 2025Completed
Installation of solar array in accordance with signed standard.
- Electrical permit Jul 2025Issued
Installation of rooftop mounted 5.16 kw solar photovoltaic pv system according to the 2017 nec and per ez standard.
- General permit minor Jul 2025Expired
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 Jul 2020Expired
Installation of 14 roof-mounted solar modules 4.200kw dc | 3.800kw ac. total pv system to be done according to the 2014 nec.
- Plumbing permit Jan 2015Completed
Replace ht, fai (sfd) pa20150250104 "self-certification's are no longer permitted" - "all excavations & plumbing trenches in excess of 5' in depth must have approved shoring in place at the time of inspection
- Plumbing permit Apr 2014Completed
Replace storm and sanitary curb trap and lateral pa20141143174 (sfd)
- Mechanical permit Mar 2011Completed
Relocate heater and install pane gas 80% @ 90,000 btu unit. ductwork included. sfd
- Plumbing permit Jan 2011Completed
Bathroom re-rough
- Electrical permit Sep 2010Completed
Rewire 2nd flr with 13 duplex receptacles 5 switches 1 gfi receptacle 3 smoke detectors 1 carbon monoxide detector and 5 light fixtures per 2008 nec code(west dis)
- Alteration permit Aug 2010Expired
Remove drywall,repair roof, instll all new drywall paint, install hard wood floors and new windows,replace bsathrm fixtures replace frnt doors,install carpet on 2nd flr.paint trim work.
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
Toxic release facility
4,250 ft
Sentry Paint Techs Inc 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
750 ft
Penrose Sch (750 ft), Colwyn El Sch (1,850 ft), Philadelphia Montessori CS (2,650 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.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- 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 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.
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