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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 1417 S BROAD ST | Alterations__Excavate from existing area drain in yard back to garage main door. NOTE: Plywood base along side of 3' x 18' opening to excavate approx 6' in depth. __Install new 4" cast-iron piping from east back to rain leader conductor. __Provide connection to existing plumbing under garage floor. __Run camera on balance of drain. __Provide video inspection to determine the integrity of line. __Back fill to grade. | — | JOSEPH GIANNONE | 19147 | |
| Issued May 20, 2026 |
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| 1412 S 12TH ST |
| AlterationsINSTALL/REPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. |
| — |
| PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC |
| 19147 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 929 REED ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 200 amp service wiring throughout install light fixtures, outlets, switches, smoke detectors, Grounding system as per NEC 2017 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19147 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1329 S 2ND ST | AlterationsCurb trap, fresh air inlet & main drain. | — | Michael J Martorano | 19147 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 812 E PASSYUNK AVE | 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 | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 138 KENILWORTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR ALTERATIONS THROUGHOUT THAT CONSISTS OF REMOVING AND RESUPPORTING AN INTERIOR BEARING WALL AND REINFORCING AN EXISTING REAR CANTILEVERED BAY OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN/PHC APPROVAL. | — | Brick By Brick Renovations LLC | 19147 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 724 FITZWATER ST | Addition and/or AlterationWire throughout a single family dwelling with receptacles, switches, light fixtures and smoke detectors as per NEC 2017 code. | — | EXPRESS POWER INC | 19147 |
| Issued May 19, 2026 | 524 MONTROSE ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued May 19, 2026 | 704 E PASSYUNK AVE | AlterationsSEAL LATERAL FOR DEMO. | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19147 |
| Issued May 19, 2026 | 1434 S CLARION ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical alteration for residential knob and tube remediation and panel relocation. Work includes installing modern code-compliant wiring to replace existing knob and tube circuits, and relocating the existing 100 Amp main service panel to a new compliant location on the property. No structural changes, no framing modifications, and no alterations to load-bearing elements. All wiring to be fished, and wiremold boxes utilized where required. Total connected load is 100 Amps, 120/240V. Third-par | — | Dunphy Electric LLC | 19147 |
| Issued May 19, 2026 | 414 S ISEMINGER ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Christopher kyle Scott peters | 19147 |
| Issued May 19, 2026 | 727 S 9TH ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-004629 | — | David R Smith | 19147 |
| Issued May 19, 2026 | 705 S 6TH ST | AlterationsInstall 2 water closets, 2 shower/tubs, 2 lavatories, 1 kitchen sinks, 2 laundry outlets & 1 hot water heaters. | — | QQ FIRE CONTRACT INC | 19147 |
| Issued May 19, 2026 | 712 FITZWATER ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplacement of 200 amps service. Full house rewire. | — | EAST COAST ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19147 |
| Issued May 18, 2026 | 740 S CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS BLVD | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued May 18, 2026 | 740 S CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS BLVD | EZ Wall Covering Replacement- For the Applications of Exterior Wall Coverings as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued May 18, 2026 | 1439 E PASSYUNK AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsALTERATIONS TO HVAC SYSTEM TO ACCOMODATE NEW SECOND FLOOR LAYOUT AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | Restoration Specialist Inc | C | 19147 |
| Issued May 17, 2026 | 727 S 9TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS INCLUDING STRUCTURAL MODIFICATIONS TO AN EXISTING FOUR-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | Hamutal Yinnone Tigay | 19147 |
| Issued May 17, 2026 | 724 FITZWATER ST | Addition and/or AlterationINTERIOR RENOVATIONS AND FOR ADDITION TO AN EXISTING 3-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING INCLUDING A 3RD FLOOR REAR ADDITION, AND ROOF DECK ACCESSED VIA 3RD FLOOR STAIR AND PILOT HOUSE. DETAILS AS SHOWN ON THE PLANS AND DOCUMENTS. | — | CityLife Collective LLC | 19147 |
| Issued May 15, 2026 | 633 FEDERAL ST | AlterationsRepair section of house drain, house trap and fresh air inlet. | — | ROTO-ROOTER SERVICE CO. INC. | 19147 |
| Issued May 15, 2026 | 512 S 4TH ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)FOR THE CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR A TWO (2) FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). NO ALTERATIONS APPROVED UNDER THIS APPLICATION. SEE PERMIT NUMBER RP-2022-010218 FOR THE PREVIOUS ALTERATIONS. | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued May 15, 2026 | 932 SOUTH ST | Security GatesFor 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 | — | — | C | 19147 |
| Issued May 15, 2026 | 1332-36 S 9TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationUpgrade existing 200 amp, 240 volt, single-phase service to 500 amp, 240 volt service to include on 500 amp main service disconnect with eight position meter module with six 100 amp circuit breakers and two 200 amp circuit breakers for future and existing building loads. Install one 100 amp, 240 volt, 12-circuit house panel and two 200 amp 240 volt panels. Install one 200 amp, 3-phase PECO meter socket to include pone 200 amp, three-phase main breaker and one 200 amp panel. Provide full ground | — | 21ST CENTURY ELECTRIC INC | C | 19147 |
| Issued May 15, 2026 | 231 MONROE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN/PHC APPROVAL. | — | YEAGERS INC | 19147 |
| Issued May 14, 2026 | 612 S 4TH ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)FOR A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR A PERSONAL SERVICE. | — | — | 19147 |