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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 3601-37 SPRUCE ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO LABRATORY. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. 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 2021 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | WEST CHESTER MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 |
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| 425 S 42ND ST |
| New Construction or AdditionsROUGH AND FINISH PLUMBING TO NEW FIXTURES WITH NEW WATER LINES AND DRAINS. 1-BACKFLOW,17-FLOOR DRAINS,4-HOSE BIBS,1-HWH,1-INDIRECT/WASH MACHINE,5-SINKS,11-LAV SINKS,2-WATER COOLERS,2-FLOOR SINKS,2-MOP RECEPTORS,2-SEWER EJECTORS,12-WATER CLOSETS/URINAL |
| — |
| JOSEPH ROSATI INC |
| C |
| 19104 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 3406-46 WALNUT 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 AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IMC. 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. | — | DWD MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 4027 LANCASTER 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 | — | — | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 3600 CHESTNUT 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 (1) sprinkler head | — | Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 845 N HOLLY 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 | — | FINSEL CONSTRUCTION INC | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 3400 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or Alteration FIRE ALARM: No new building fire alarm system scope. As per NFPA 72. ELECTRICAL: Branch: (22) GFCI receptacles; (4) Quad receptacles; . Lighting: Controls: (8) Dimmer switches. Fixtures: (2) 2x2 ; (3) 2x4 ; (18) Downlight; (1) Nightlight; (544) Clean & relamp existing fixture. Security : (9) Cameras; (4) Monitors; All cabling by others. As per APPROVED DRAWINGS -2020 NEC. | — | SHELLY ELECTRIC CO INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 661 N 35TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A FIVE (5) STORY BUILDING WITH CELLAR, ROOF DECK, AND ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURES (TO ENCLOSE ACCESS STAIRS ONLY) WITH ONE (1) ELEVATOR OVERRUN. TO BE USED AS MULTIFAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING WITH SEVEN (7) CLASS 1A BICYCLE SPACES ON AN ACCESSIBLE ROUTE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | KCA Design Associates LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 3600-90 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsINSTALL A NEW 4 INCH AMES COLT 200 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY FOR AN EXISTING FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. **SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITION OF APPROVAL FROM THE PHILADELPHIA HISTORICAL COMMISSON: Interior only. No exterior work permitted as part of this permit. | — | INDEPENDENCE FIRE SPRINKLER COMPANY | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 845 N HOLLY ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-010084 | — | TJT ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 425 S 42ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. | — | OREILLY EDWARD B & ASSOC INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 4044 W GIRARD AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. INSTALLATION TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE AND 2." DC WILKINS 950 XLT2BFSS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 3401 CIVIC CENTER BLVD | New Construction or AdditionsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING MEDICAL BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. 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. ALL MEDICAL GAS SHALL BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 99 AND WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY THE QUALIFIED INSTALLER LISTED. | — | SDA MECHANICAL SERVICES INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 4204 W THOMPSON ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-007616 | — | Rudjan Tafani | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 4423 BROWN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS WITH CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO AN EXISTING MIXED-USE BUILDING FOR USE AS AN APARTMENT BUILDING WITH THREE (3) DWELLING UNITS (R-2 OCCUPANCY). ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 3 | Nisay Mizrahi | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 4140 PENNSGROVE ST | New ConstructionFOR INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. | — | ANDRIUS RATKEVICIUS INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 4020 LANCASTER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsINSTALLATION OF A NEW HVAC SYSTEM FOR A MIXED USE BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | ALLEN SPEARMAN | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 4204 W THOMPSON ST | Alterationsreplace curb trap and air fresh inlet - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Rudjan Tafani | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 764 BROOKLYN ST | Minor DemolitionFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF THE DETACHED THREE-STORY STRUCTURE BY HAND AND HAND HOLD DEVICES. PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION TO BE IN PLACE PRIOR TO START OF WORK AND TO BE MAINTAINED DURING ALL DEMOLITION ACTIVITIES. *SEPERATE STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRE FOR CLOSURE OF RIGHT OF WAY. *21 DAY POSING AND NOTICE REQUIRED PER A-303.2 ASBESTOS REMEDIATION REQUIRED PRIOR TO START OF OTHER WORK. ******************************DUST CONTROL MEASURES TO BE UTILIZED. ************************************ | — | PEDRO PALMER CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 4204 W THOMPSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-007616 | — | Armand Parllaku | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 3200-22 ARCH ST | Change of UseEating and Drinking Establishments - Sit-Down Restaurant | — | INTERPLAN LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1118 N 39TH ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-003984 | — | City Lights electric llc | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 4170 LEIDY AVE | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLTION OF AN ATTACHED ACCESSORY STRUCTURE TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2026-092626. SIZE/LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION/PLANS. | — | Shay Argaman | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 125 S 31ST ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS WITHOUT A CHANGE TO EXISTING GROUP B USE AND OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION IN SUITE #1100. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IEBC. EXISTING BUILDING IS SPRINKLERED. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. | 1 | THE SULLIVAN COMPANY | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 620 N 37TH ST | New ConstructionFOR 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. | — | NAZAR HOME CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19104 |