856 North 7th Street, Philadelphia
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Quick answers
- Does 856 North 7th Street have open permits or code violations?
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections lists 9 permits, 2 not closed, and 0 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 856 North 7th Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
2 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner.
- Electrical permit Sep 2023Issued
200amp service panel x1 100amp service panel x1 square d complete home surge protective device x1 fish only per 2017
- General permit minor Feb 2020Expired
Removae replace roof shingles, new cut in for existing shylights
- Administrative permit Feb 2016Completed
Amend permit #449476 to remove sprinkler system
- Plumbing permit Jan 2016Completed
Install 5" sewer lateral, 3/4" k copper water line, 5" curb trap, 4" fresh air inlet, house drain ... pa one call #2015-3641591
- Electrical permit Sep 2014Completed
Wiring throughout & 200a service as per nec 2008 (sfd)
- Mechanical permit Sep 2014Completed
Install two 2 1/2 ton ac units and two 95% efficiency, 60000 btu furnace units.to include ductwork and registers.
- Plumbing permit Aug 2014Completed
Install house drain, stack, cold and hot water lines, 2 tubs, 1 shower, 3 water closets, 3 lavy sinks, 1 kitchen, 1 laundry
- New construction permit Nov 2013Completed
New construction of detached single family dwelling as per plans.nfpa 13r sprinkler systen required throughout. additional permits required: plumbing, electric, hvac and fire sprinkler.
- Zoning/use permit Sep 2013Completed
New construction of a detached single family dwelling with basement
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
High-voltage line
950 ft
230 kV line run by PECO ENERGY CO.
HIFLD transmission lines
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
2,550 ft
Lowell James R Sch (2,550 ft), Eugenio Maria DE Hostos CS (2,650 ft), ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber CS (2,650 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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