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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jun 29, 2026 | 17 FARSON ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLAN. | — | Ping Architects | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 29, 2026 | 5022 ASPEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall total rewire as per NEC and change circuit breaker panel with existing service. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. |
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| COLIN JOHNSON |
| 19139 |
| Issued Jun 29, 2026 | 448 N 52ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED 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 REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | Eugene Dudley 3 LLC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 28, 2026 | 5839 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE USED AS A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | Benito Contreras | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 27, 2026 | 112 S 60TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, SIX (6) GRDs, MANICURE AND PEDICURE STATIONS SOURCE CAPTURE SYSTEM, AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IMC. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. SEE CP-2026-002356 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | TIET NGUYEN | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 27, 2026 | 6106 CHANCELLOR ST | AlterationsINSTALL 10 FIXTURES TO 2 full bath, 2 kitchen sink and 2 laundry sink. *WITHOUT PIPING* | — | PHILLY H2O PLUMBER INC | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 5055 OGDEN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A NEW ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | ATLANTES ORGANIZATION | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 5837 LUDLOW ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached structure to convert for the use of Two-Family Household Living per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. | — | ANDI VELIU | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 215 S 61ST ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH CF-2026-051313 TO INCLUDE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF REAR STRUCTURE, EXTERIOR WALLS AND FRAMING PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801. LICENSED PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS NOT ADDRESSED IN APPR | — | AZIZ DALI | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 228 S MELVILLE ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor 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 sh | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 63 N 51ST ST | Addition and/or Alterations 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 the existing with the same type, AC 2 Ton, Condenser, Evaporator Coil,.NO NEW DUCTWORK IS PART OF THIS PERMIT, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY. | — | Sunrise Comfort Solutions LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 5427 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Work is only on first floor unit of this 2 family dwelling. We will be replacing 3 mini split heads, in like and kind, no ductwork. Front | — | MARTIN BEAN RENOVATION & ASSOCIATES INCORPORATED | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 220 S ITHAN ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.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 sh | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 203 S 52ND ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | Betzoley Strategic services | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 5022 ASPEN ST | Addition and/or Alteration- 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. Separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work and the installation of heating/cooling appliances. STRUCTURAL ALTERATION OR REPAIR IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED UNDER THIS PERMIT. PROHIBITED STRUCTURAL WORK INCLUDES ANY MODIFICATION TO EXTERIOR WALLS, PARTY WALLS, FLOOR/ROOF FRAMING OR FOUNDATIONS; IN | — | Real Value Management LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 5807 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of solar array in accordance with signed standard | — | mark g ebner | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 113 S 60TH ST | Change of UseEating and Drinking Establishments - Take-Out Restaurant; Residential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | — | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 55 N 59TH ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" FULL WATER SERVICE. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 5616-36 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH COMPLETE CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO CREATE A COMMUNITY CENTER, PERSONAL SERVICES, BUSINESS SUPPORT, BUSINESS & PROFFESIONAL AND SOLE PRACTITIONER'S OFFICE IN AN EXISTING TWO (2) STORY BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP WORK** | — | HOPE STREET LLC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 24, 2026 | 4707 SANSOM ST | Alterationsreplacing a curb trap/fai replacing a partial main drain | — | EXCEL PLUMBING HEATING & AC INC | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 24, 2026 | 91 N 48TH ST | AlterationsReplacement of two dual fuel fired water heaters | — | JOHN J BEE INC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 24, 2026 | 226 S 59TH ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor 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 sh | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 24, 2026 | 5207 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall new 20 amp dedicated line for exit signs Install 6 combo exit signs through the store This is a fish through wiring method. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC and per executed contract. | — | GE ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 24, 2026 | 215 N 52ND ST | AlterationsReplace Existing 3/4" Water Service. | — | Eric Slifkin | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 24, 2026 | 5651-63 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 200 Amp service to new store, 200 amp MCB panel, and 100 amp MLO subpanel as per 2017 NEC. | — | MONRIDGE CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19139 |