7972 Michener Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 7972 Michener Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 9 permits, 2 not closed, and 11 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 1, the highest potential. Test for radon before you buy.
- What natural disasters is 7972 Michener Avenue 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
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Electrical permit May 2026Completed
Replace 100 amp seu, and or meter base, weather head or taps
- Commercial building permit Jan 2026Completed
To legalize the level ii interior alteration work within the basement to convert it into a dwelling unit with existing two family dwellings above creating r2 occupancy (3 dwelling units) in an existing building. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. amendment approved as of 03/09/2026: to revise the horizontal assembly between ceiling of basement and first floor to be 2 hr fire rating per approved plans and specification sheet.
- Zoning permit Nov 2022Issued
Residential - household living - multi-family
- Electrical permit Apr 2022Completed
Installation of solar array in accordance with signed standard.
- Plumbing permit Feb 2022Completed
Complete 3/4" water service curb in
- Electrical permit Sep 2015Completed
Wiring for receptacles, switches and lighting through-out property. upgrade main service to 100a...in accordance with 2008 nec for a one family building
- Plumbing permit Dec 2014Expired
Replace water heater
- Plumbing permit Nov 2013Completed
Replace curb trap and partial main drain pa20133231481
- Plumbing permit Mar 2007Completed
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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
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
1,450 ft
Franklin S Edmonds Sch (1,450 ft), Hill Freedman World Academy (2,700 ft), Cedarbrook MS (3,000 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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