Reading the ledger…
THE INDEX: 166 ▲22 · week of Oct 19 — permits firm, openings steady, deal ledger running hot
Reading the ledger…
The raw feed behind the newsletter. Free tier: the trailing 90 days, 25 rows a page — enforced at the query, not just the pixels.
Reading the record?Get the week's biggest deals, permits, and the LLCs behind them — one free email every Thursday, every number checkable here.
Index Pro — full history, CSV exports, and morning-of alerts. $39/mo, coming soon. Get notified at launch:
New · The distress rolls
39,333 properties owe the city back taxes — 1,734 flagged for sheriff sale.
| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 3616-40 S GALLOWAY ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE REPAIR TO EXTERIOR BUILDING ELEMENTS AS SHOWN ON THE APPROVED PLAN. 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. ** SPECIAL INSPECTIONS REQUIRED **NO EXCAVATION GREATER THAN 60 INCHES WITH THIS PERMIT **PROJECT INCLUDES UNDERPINNING** | 1 | Philly Masonry & Restoration LLC | C | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 |
Free tool
Want every new-construction permit mapped to corridors, weekly? Get the free Building Report →
| 2301 S BROAD ST |
| AlterationsApproved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing |
| — |
| TRACEY MECHANICAL INC |
| C |
| 19148 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2408 S REESE 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 | — | — | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1637 S 7TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE MODIFICATION OF A ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE DOOR OPENING TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN | — | Gunton Corporation | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 633 W MOYAMENSING AVE | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard | — | Brian Monroe | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 549 FERNON ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A THIRD-FLOOR ADDITION WITH 8' SETBACK FROM FACADE AND REBUILT FIRST FLOOR, SECOND FLOOR AND CRAWLSPACE AT THE REAR OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE (NO CHANGE TO EXISTING OCCUPIED AREA OF 578 SQ.FT.). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLAN. | — | Briq House LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 537 JACKSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2025-005800 | — | Katzin Electrical Group LLC | C | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 3616-40 S GALLOWAY ST | Change of UseWholesale, Distribution, and Storage - Warehouse. | — | Philly Masonry & Restoration LLC | C | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 719 CANTRELL ST | New ConstructionERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEO TECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, PLUMBING AND SPRINKLER (13D) WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED. BOTH TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY. UNDERPINNING AND FOUNDATIONS ALREADY COMPLETE AND INSPECTED BY THE SPECIAL IN | 1 | G&J GROUP LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 314 DURFOR ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | JASON CRINITI | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1135 TASKER ST | Addition and/or AlterationAdd 2 high hats 1 gfci outlet and 1 switch using existing circuit in new powder room | — | LCN PARTNERS, INC. | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2516 S JESSUP ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1608 S 4TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelAll approved work performed in accordance with Residential¿-¿EZ¿Bathroom¿&¿Kitchen¿Remodel | — | JASON CRINITI | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1601 S 9TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-006587 | — | AL-KAUN CO | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1601 S 9TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-006584 | — | AL-KAUN CO | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1601 S 9TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-006586 | — | AL-KAUN CO | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1603 E PASSYUNK AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 6 Pendant lights, 6 wall sconces, 5 receptacles, 2 exit signs, 1 emergency light | — | ECR ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL CO | C | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1601 S 9TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-006585 | — | AL-KAUN CO | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1601 S 9TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-006583 | — | AL-KAUN CO | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 323 DURFOR ST | New Construction or Additions- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | Carmen Anthony DeCarlo | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 15, 2026 | 209 PIERCE ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Water Service 3/4" | — | ASV PLUMBING LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 3117 S CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS BLVD | Temporary Tents and CanopiesASSEMBLY USE TENT - LAWFUL OCCUPANCY SHALL BE AS POSTED - REMOVAL DATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED, UNLESS POWER IS PROVIDED THROUGH EXISTING EXTERIOR GROUND FAULT PROTECTED RECEPTACLES AND POWER CORDS ARE RATED EXTRA HEAVY DUTY WITH U. L. LABEL STATING SUCH RATING. NO COOKING OR HEATING PERMITTED WITH THIS APPROVAL. Streets Department permit is required for street closure prior to the start work if applicable. | — | — | C | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1311 WOLF ST | Make Safe Permit For RPFor removal of leaning CMU fence in rear yard to comply CF-2025-005772. | — | CESAR SANCHEZ | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 636 TASKER ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior renovation only and new entry steps of an existing single fmaily dwelling, details per plan. | — | DANA MARINUCCI | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1010 DALY ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | Lepore Plumbing & Sons Inc | 19148 |