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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued May 12, 2026 | 2427 S MOLE ST | AlterationsREPAIR/Replace curb trap and fresh air inlet. | — | David R Smith | 19145 | |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1849 S BANCROFT ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2025-009543 | — |
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| Issued May 11, 2026 | 2226 S 15TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationRenew interior walls as per plans, no structural work, interior doors, and Windows to be replaced in same size and placement | — | Restoration Specialist Inc | 19145 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 3408 PRIMA CT | New Construction or AdditionsInstall 1 kitchen sink on addition of kitchen at 1st floor rear | — | KEN CHAN | 19145 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 3408 PRIMA CT | Addition and/or AlterationRewire outlets, switches, lighting fixtures on addition of kitchen at 1st floor rear | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | 19145 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1902 S 18TH ST | AlterationsWater heater replacement | — | GRADE A PLUMBING INC | 19145 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1823 S 19TH ST | EZ Masonry Facade 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 | — | — | 19145 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 2202 S WOODSTOCK ST | AlterationsReplace curb trap & fai and main drain | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19145 |
| Issued May 8, 2026 | 2232 S 17TH ST | AlterationsCurb trap, fresh air inlet & main drain. | — | MARKO TRAVAS | 19145 |
| Issued May 8, 2026 | 1920 S 16TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 200 amp service, replace outlet, lights and switches, install outlet in kit. and back bedrooms All Wires Are fished | — | Vincent Williams | 19145 |
| Issued May 8, 2026 | 1730 S 25TH ST | Change of UsePersonal Vehicle Repair and Maintenance. | — | — | C | 19145 |
| Issued May 8, 2026 | 1527 PACKER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall new wiring throughout basement area for lighting and outlets as needed throughout per code. Install 3 smoke detectors, 15 recess lights. Wire bathroom GFI circuit, vanity light and bath fan. Wire circuit for gas dryer and washer. Remove and replace existing 100 Amp panel, ground and bond per code. | — | ROBERT J MANDER | 19145 |
| Issued May 8, 2026 | 2224 S 21ST ST | Addition and/or AlterationUpgrade Existing Service from 100A to 200A, Replace meter socket (200A Rated), New 200A panel installation, and grounding system upgrade as per 2017 NEC code | — | D'NARPO ELECTRICAL | 19145 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 1835 S 22ND ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2025-012680 | — | Eko Plumbing Inc | 19145 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 2200 S BROAD ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT A FOUR (4) STORY MIXED-USE BUILDING IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 TO INCLUDE A TWO (2) INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE AND A TWO (2) INCH BACKFLOW PREVENTER. CLASS 1 MANUAL WET STANDPIPES TO BE INSTALLED IN INTERIOR EXIT STAIRWAY ENCLOSURES IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 14. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE CP-2024-001015 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | C | 19145 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 3408 PRIMA CT | Addition and/or AlterationAddition of kitchen at 1st floor rear for the existing single family structure as per plan. | — | AAA FOUNDATION CONSULTING INC. | 19145 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 2334 PIERCE 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. | — | DOWNTOWN MECHANICAL LLC | 19145 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 2231 MCKEAN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF A FRONT VERTICAL ADDITION AND INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | ONE MECHANICAL NEW INNOVATIONS LLC | 19145 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 2200 OREGON AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR REMOVAL OF TWO EXISTING ROOF MOUNTED SIGNS AND REMOVAL OF ONE EXISTING CANOPY MOUNTED SIGN; AND ERECTION OF THREE (3) ILLUMINATED FLAT WALL SIGNS ON EXISTING STRUCTURE AND TWO DIRECTIONAL SIGNS AND ONE (1) EXISTING FREESTANDING PYLON DOUBLE FACE SIGNS PORTION OF FACE CHANGE ONLY ON THE SAME LOT. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | STEPHANIE RUMER | C | 19145 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 1932 WATKINS ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-009300 | — | MATT ECKERT | 19145 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 1654 S BANCROFT ST | Commercial Make Safe PermitMAKE SAFE PERMIT- For (Repair front facade ) to resolve case #CF-2026-042825. Abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk closure. A separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #CF-2026-042825. “In accordance with Code Bulletin PM-1801, a PA professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. The engineer must submit a sealed s | 1 | ERIC WATSON JR | C | 19145 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 1835 S 22ND ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2025-012680 | — | Eko Plumbing Inc | 19145 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 1700 S RINGGOLD ST | New Construction or AdditionsInstall vents, drains, water lines, 2 toilets, 2 lavs, 1 kitchen sink, 1 tub, 1 shower, 1 hot water heater, 1 washer box, 1 hose bib, 1 sump pump, 1 ejector pump, house drain, house trap, fresh air inlets, and a 1" combined water line. | — | Gaceta Plumbing LLC | 19145 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 1709 S RINGGOLD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | TEROX ELECTRIC & CONST. CORP | 19145 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 1501 SNYDER AVE | ExcavationFOR EXCAVATION WORK ASSOCIATED WITH NEW CONSTRUCTION AS PER APPROVED PLANS. WORK TO INCLUDE TEMPORARY EXCAVATION SUPPORT SYSTEM. NO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION APPROVED ON THIS PERMIT. SEE ZP-2022-002981 FOR ZONING APPROVAL OF DEVELOPMENT. *2018 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION** **ISSUANCE OF THIS EXCAVATION PERMIT SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED TO ESTABLISH ASSURANCE THAT A PERMIT FOR THE ERECTION OF THE ENTIRE STRUCTURE WIL BE GRANTED.** | — | HSC CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19145 |