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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 1222-24 WALNUT ST | SignFOR ERECTION OF ONE (1) ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY FLAT WALL SIGN ON EXISTING STRUCTURE. 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, INCLUDING ALL ELECTRICAL WORK. | — | — | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 114 ROSEMAR ST |
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| AlterationsReplacing 40 gallon gas water heater |
| — |
| 1 800 HEATERS INC |
| 19120 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 839 N 39TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeNew construction of a two story single-family structure as per approved plan NTE 38' in height, Turn key affordable housing program | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 4182-90 CITY AVE | AlterationsFor 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 | — | PMC Mechanical Enterprise, LLC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 2001 RICHMOND ST | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED, FOUR-STORY, "TYPE-E" BUILDING WITH ROOF DECK AND ACCESSORY INTERIOR PARKING FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13R. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SPRINKLER. ***SEE PERMIT RP-2026-004357 FOR PLANS*** | 1 | 2001 Richmond Street Developers LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 109-13 N ORIANNA ST | Rough-InRough-In Permit for FP-2026-001387 SUPPLY AND INSTALL ALL REQUIRED SPRINKLERS, PIPING, HANGERS AND FITTINGS PER NFPA 13R | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 833-35 N 2ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationsINSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 WITH A FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION, BACKKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AND 4" SERVICE LINE, THROUGHOUT A THREE (3) STORY STRUCTURE. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRE FOR ALL PLUMBING WORK | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 1323 N FRONT ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical work includes interior wiring and installation of electrical devices for tenant fit-out as per approved plans plans ***NO FIRE ALARM ON THIS PERMIT*** | — | ALEXANDER FERRER | C | 19122 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 1441 GERMANTOWN AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. INSTALLATION TO INCLUDE 2" FIRE SERVICE LINE AND 2." DC WILKINS 950 XL3 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | C | 19122 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 5015 PENTRIDGE ST | AlterationsInstall drain lines and water lines and set fixtures | — | Coffelt Contracting | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 1514 S 5TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | THOMAS UHL | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 4275 VIOLA ST | AlterationsSEAL LATERAL PA20261811325 REMOVE HOUSE TRAP AND HERMETICALLY SEALING THE LATERAL BY A CAP OR PLUG ."ALL EXCAVATIONS AND PLUMBING TRENCHES IN EXCESS OF 5 FEET IN DEPTH MUST HAVE APPROVED SHORING IN PLACE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION" | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 622 S FRONT ST | AlterationsReplace front rain leader. | — | GRADE A PLUMBING INC | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 2001 RICHMOND ST | New ConstructionFire Suppression System Permit for combo RP-2026-000928 | — | TDK Enterprises Inc. / ARK Protective Services | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 409 WESTVIEW AVE | 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 | — | OSBORNE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT | 19119 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 123 S BROAD ST | AlterationsProvide above and below floor DWV for gang bathrooms and three coffee pantries. New domestic water lines and water heaters. | — | DYLAN SLOAN | C | 19109 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 2001 RICHMOND ST | New ConstructionFire Suppression System Permit for combo RP-2026-000927 | — | TDK Enterprises Inc. / ARK Protective Services | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 6615 LIMEKILN PIKE | AlterationsReplacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 4625 LOCUST ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the creation of an entry door into the basement level. Size and location per plan. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. | — | OCTOPUS HOME SOLUTIONS | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 1600-02 S 22ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ KITCHEN FIRE SUPPRESSION- For the installation of New Wet Chemical Kitchen Fire Suppression System as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Kitchen suppression system | — | EAST COAST BUSINESS FIRE INC | C | 19145 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 1427 GRAYS FERRY AVE | AlterationsSEAL LATERAL PA 20261744283 REMOVE HOUSE TRAP AND HERMETICALLY SEALING THE LATERAL BY A CAP OR PLUG ."ALL EXCAVATIONS AND PLUMBING TRENCHES IN EXCESS OF 5 FEET IN DEPTH MUST HAVE APPROVED SHORING IN PLACE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION" | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | C | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 4006 N 6TH ST | AlterationsReplacing Curb trap and FAI | — | PHILLY H2O PLUMBER INC | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 205 W GODFREY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of new 200 amp electrical service along with emergency disconnect outside. New Main 200 amp electrical panel, full wiring of branch circuits throughout entire house. | — | MATTHEW DiSANTIS | 19120 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 2230 N BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace outlets, switches and fixtures. Fishing | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 4112 LANCASTER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING TENANT SPACE FOR USE AS A BUSINESS 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. **PERMIT CP-2020-002249 MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF ANY CO** | 1 | 4041 CORPORATION | C | 19104 |