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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 4121 POPLAR ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Replace the existing standard breakers in the 100 amp panel with arc-fault breakers. Upgrading and replacing outdated cloth and knob & tube wiring fishing throughout the house. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | DANYELLE PURDIE | 19104 | |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 |
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| 4275 VIOLA ST |
| Full DemolitionComplete demolition to create vacant lot |
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| FRANCIS HENRIQUEZ |
| 19104 |
| Issued Jul 26, 2026 | 883 N 45TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | A & G HEATING AND COOLING LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 4017 BROWN ST | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE-STORY ATTACHED BUILDING WITH CELLAR, ROOF DECK AND ROOF-DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLED WITH NFPA 13D. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR EXCAVATION, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION. | 2 | REB SHAYELES BUILDERS LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 4036 GREEN 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. Replace existing furnace and AC only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | DTA Mechanical Contractors Inc | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 3800 POWELTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall (2) new receptacles and data backboxes. Extend existing 120V circuits serving area to new devices per plans. Install (1) additional FA speaker strobe. (1) Smoke Detector. PER APPROVED SRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. | — | MARANO ELECTRIC INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 3401-99 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationPer the historical society: No exterior work permitted as part of this permit. Electrical Scope: Install new lighting, theatrical lighting, lighting controls, HVAC power wiring. Install one lighting inverter, four 200A enclosed circuit breakers, and four relay panels as per the single line on E-502. Install one fire alarm relay for equipment. All work per approved plans, NEC 2017 & NFPA 2016 | — | Liberty Integrated Solutions, Inc. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 4124-30 HAVERFORD AVE | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries; Retail Sales - Consumer Goods | — | SCL Consulting LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1123 N 41ST ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | — | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 3400 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-001303 | — | LANE-VALENTE INDUSTRIES INC. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 4026 RENO ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO RESOLVE CASE VIOLATION # CF-2021-038860 TO REPAIR REAR 2ND STORY ROOF JOISTS, REPAIR EXTERIOR WINDOW FRAMING AND RECONSTRUCTION OF REAR ONE STORY PORTION AS PER THE ENGINEER'S REPORT AND APPROVED ENGINEER PLANS. INSTALL SHORING PER ENGINEER'S REPORT. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2021-038860. “IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE U | — | Royal t expediting & plumbing LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 3800 POWELTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING HVAC SYSTEM TO ACCOMODATE BUILDING RENOVATIONS WITHIN EXISTING HOSPITAL AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND PA DOH APPROVAL. *2021 IMC REVIEW* | — | HERMAN GOLDNER CO INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4401 HOLDEN ST | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF 6 STORY MIXED USE BUILDING. . EXTERIOR INSTALLATION OF CURB TRAP, FAI, MAIN DRAIN, AND 4" WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION FOR FIXTURES LOCATED IN COMMERCIAL SPACE. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | keegan&cunnius plumbing and mechanical | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4020 LANCASTER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT A THREE (3) STORY MIXED-USED BUILDING TO INCLUDE A TWO (2) INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE AND A TWO-AND-A-HALF (2 1/2) INCH BACKFLOW PREVENTER. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 AND NFPA 13R BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE CP-2024-004904 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 3400 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationPerform the electrical fit-out of a compounding pharmacy and associated infrastructure. Furnish and install the required electrical distribution equipment, including electrical gear, feeders, branch circuits, and all associated wiring and conduit. Provide complete power distribution for lighting, lighting controls, receptacle outlets and equipment. Furnish and install a complete fire alarm system and connect with the existing fire alarm system for the building. All work shall be performe | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 3728 CHESTNUT 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 | — | — | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4331 LANCASTER AVE | New ConstructionFOR 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. | — | MAHARI BAILEY | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 3151 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationsINSTALLATION OF KITCHEN EXHAUST DUCTWORK THROUGH AN EXISTING 2-HOUR RATED SHAFT ENCLOSURE TO SERVE KITCHEN HOOD AND FAN INSTALLATION (SEE PERMIT MP-2026-001845) AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | HUNTER MECHANICAL INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4012 MARKET ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries; Retail Sales - Consumer Goods | — | — | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 17 N 41ST ST | New ConstructionProvide electrical installation within a commercial parking garage, including wiring, lighting fixtures, lighting control systems, receptacle outlets, exit signs, and emergency lighting. Install branch circuits and electrical connections for equipment, including all required wiring, overcurrent protection, grounding, and terminations. Furnish and install a generator for backup power, including associated transfer equipment, feeders, and connections. Furnish and install fire alarm devices, incl | — | ARMOUR & SONS ELECTRIC INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 3001 CHESTNUT ST | New ConstructionFOR A MECHANICAL SYSTEM UPGRADE TO ACCOMMODATE THE SECOND FLOOR OF AN EXISTING STRUCTUR. WORK TO INCLUDE THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 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. | — | AERDUX INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 3620 HAVERFORD AVE | Change of UseArtist Studios and Artisan Industrial. | — | DILWORTH PAXSON KALISH & KAUFFMAN | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 3300-20 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Relocate (11) sprinkler heads to accommodate interior alterations | — | Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 962 N 45TH 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. Install (2) new all-electric ductless mini-split heat pump systems in an existing two-family dwelling. Unit 1 to receive (1) outdoor heat | — | Ali Williams Holdings Co | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 4111 PARRISH ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.EZ INTERIOR NON-LOAD-BEARING WALL DEMOLITION - For the interior demolition on NON-Load-Bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Structural alteration or repair is expressly PROHIBITED under this permit. Prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of fou | — | — | C | 19104 |