7829 Mercury Place, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 7829 Mercury Place have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 16 permits, 3 not closed, and 16 violations, 2 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 7829 Mercury 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
3 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 2 open violations.
- Plumbing permit Jul 2025Completed
Repair/replace 3/4" wdp.
- General permit minor Jul 2025Completed
Ez permit decks - for new decks to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. construct a new 12’ x 16’ (192 sq. ft.) composite deck attached to the rear of the dwelling. the deck will be supported by pressure-treated wood posts and beams with 36" appropriate footings, and include composite decking boards and a code-compliant guardrail system. the structure will be built at the first-floor level. all work will comply with the philadelphia residential code and ez-deck permit guidelines.
- Plumbing permit Nov 2024Completed
Replace curb trap and fresh air inlet
- Electrical permit Dec 2022Completed
Installation of solar array in accordance with signed standard.
- Plumbing permit May 2021Completed
Replacement of 40 gallon gas water heater
- Plumbing permit Mar 2021Expired
Replacing underfloor plumbing (1) vanity, (1) toilet (1) tub
- Plumbing permit Dec 2020Expired
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 Aug 2020Completed
200 amp service upgrade. no additional wiring just the service upgrade. grounding, bonding to code. in stall new 200 amp panel and meter pan. panel ledger as per 2014 nec
- Plumbing permit Aug 2020Completed
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.
- General permit minor Aug 2020Expired
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 Jan 2020Completed
Install 100amp service change 10 outlets 10 switches install 2 outlets kitchen 2 outlets bedroom all by fishing only as per 2014 nec
- Plumbing permit Oct 2017Completed
Replace water heater
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
1.7 mi
Lower Darby Creek Area (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
6 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Amer Airlines, Term A (1,400 ft), open. 2 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
4,600 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
Historic listing nearby
400 ft
Read, Thomas Buchanan, School. Exterior changes can need preservation review; listed buildings can qualify for rehabilitation tax credits.
National Park Service, National Register
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
600 ft
Penrose Sch (600 ft), Colwyn El Sch (2,550 ft), Philadelphia Montessori CS (3,950 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
2.4 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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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
- Check the sewer connection (public network or septic tank) and the water source (public network or well), including pressure and water quality.
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