8011 Mars Place, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 8011 Mars Place have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 14 permits, 4 not closed, and 3 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 8011 Mars 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
4 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 1 open violation.
- Electrical permit Oct 2026Issued
Installation of rooftop mounted 4.92 kw solar photovoltaic pv system according to the 2020 nec and per approved plans.
- General permit Oct 2026Issued
For the installation of roof-mounted solar collectors in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. 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.
- Electrical permit Jul 2026Completed
Replace 100 amp panel and circuit breakers arcing and buzzing in panel
- Plumbing permit Jul 2022Expired
Replacement of 40 gal gas water heater
- Electrical permit Oct 2016Completed
Install 3.92kw pv roof mount solar w/14 panels & 1 inverter. all work to be done as per 2008 nec.
- Electrical permit Mar 2016Completed
Installation of a 5.72 kw photovoltaic (pv)system with 22 roof-mounted solar panels and new meter installation per 2008 nec (sfd)west district
- Electrical permit Sep 2015Expired
Install 3 new receptacles,1 ceiling fan,1 outdoor light to new sunroom per 2008 nec (sfd)west district
- Administrative permit Aug 2015Completed
To amend permit #603368 to reduce room size and build one hour fire rated wall assembly at party wall as per plans.
- Addition permit Jun 2015Completed
Proposed three season sunroom on existing deck. proposed open deck at rear on sunroom-sfd
- Zoning permit Jun 2015Completed
Proposed three season sunroom on existing deck. proposed open deck at rear on sunroom-sfd
- Alteration permit Jan 2014Completed
Remove existing roof materials on front section of roof and install ice & water shield, owens corning roofing system (sfd)
- Alteration permit Nov 2013Completed
Remove old roof shingles and install new owens corning roofing system (sfd)
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
1.5 mi
Lower Darby Creek Area (NPL Site). Check groundwater and vapor reports on the EPA site page.
EPA National Priorities List
Leaking fuel tanks
1 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Larchwood Gardens Apt, 2809 S 82nd St (1,200 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Brownfield site
2,550 ft
Lower Eastwick Parcel. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
Toxic release facility
4,050 ft
Srm Sharon Hill 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
1,500 ft
Penrose Sch (1,500 ft), Colwyn El Sch (3,150 ft), Walnut Street El Sch (4,400 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
2.3 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.
- Check exactly where you'd park: a spot in the yard or garage, or street parking, and how crowded the street gets in the evening.
- Check the roof, gutters, and downspouts for signs of leaks or recent repairs, especially if it has rained recently.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
- 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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