8070 Michener Avenue, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 8070 Michener Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 12 permits, 1 not closed, and 17 violations.
- 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 8070 Michener Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
1 permit not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. No open violations.
- Electrical permit Oct 2025Completed
Amend the 100amp service has been eliminated and a upgrade of 200amp service will be installed installing a 100amp service complete. replacing various defective switch,fixtures,etc. installing (5) 15/20amp ciruits (all fished & surface mount wiring) installing battery smoke detectors.
- Mechanical / fuel gas permit Mar 2025Completed
Ez permit ductwork & warm-air appliances- for the installation of new ductwork, registers/grilles/diffusers, and warm-air appliances as per attached standards. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. replace and install oil hot water boiler, tie into existing hydronic pipe. no other work permitted on this permit. no penetrations to fire-rated assemblies. no new ductwork proposed on ductwork or common areas
- General permit minor May 2021Expired
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 2021Completed
100amps service, carbon smoke in basement, 6 replacement switch, 8 outlets replacement (all wire fished as per 2014 nec.phdc
- Plumbing permit Dec 2020Completed
Replacement of three fixtures and piping - no remodeling
- Plumbing permit May 2019Completed
Replace storm and sanitary curb traps and fresh air inlets, installation will comply with philadelphia plumbing code 2004
- Plumbing permit Dec 2016Completed
Replace water heater
- Alteration permit Apr 2016Completed
Ez permit standard 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.
- Electrical permit Jul 2013Completed
Installing a new 100amp service complete replacing 53 devices & plates,installing 1 smoke detectors per 2008 nec (sfd)
- Plumbing permit Sep 2010Completed
House drain and 1 fixture
- Plumbing permit Sep 2008Completed
Remove and replace old lead drains with 1-1/2" copper for tub and sink
- Plumbing permit Dec 2007Completed
Replace 3/4" water service and distribution line in foundation
Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: heat wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Toxic release facility
4,800 ft
Drs Communications Co Llc and 1 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
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
1,100 ft
Franklin S Edmonds Sch (1,100 ft), Hill Freedman World Academy (2,400 ft), McCloskey John F Sch (2,700 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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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- 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.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
- 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.
- Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
- Check the sewer connection (public network or septic tank) and the water source (public network or well), including pressure and water quality.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
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