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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 2001-49 W LEHIGH AVE | 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 24 existing sprinkler heads | — | MAC SPRINKLER INC | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 1840 S CAMAC ST |
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| New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-012100 |
| — |
| Sanks Mechanical |
| 19148 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 1840 S CAMAC ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-012102 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 279 W WELLENS 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 only, in like and kind, no new ductwork. | — | Nation Builders LLC | 19120 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 7338 TABOR AVE | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelReplacing one shower\tub with acrylic replacement. *WITHOUT PIPING* | — | JASON CRINITI | 19111 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 499 SUMMIT AVE | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2025-011609 | — | LAWRENCE CARO | 19128 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 2630 W GIRARD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY AT FIRST-FLOOR OF EXISTING BUILDING. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION. | 1 | HYBAR CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 6139 DELANCEY ST | 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 5343 GREENE ST | AlterationsInstallation of complete new plumbing system for a single-family dwelling, including sanitary, vent, and domestic water piping. Work to serve 3 bathrooms, 1 laundry, 1 kitchen sink and 1 water heater. All work to be performed per approved plans and in accordance with the 2018 Philadelphia Plumbing Code. | — | PLUMETRIX INC | 19144 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 1400 S NAPA ST | New ConstructionINSTALL 200 AMP, WIRING THROUGHOUT, INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, OUTLETS, SWITCHES, SMOKE DETECTOR, GROUNDING SYSTEM. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 745 E ONTARIO ST | AlterationsREPLACE CURB TRAP, FRESH AIR INLET, HOUSE DRAIN, 3/4" WATER LINE, MAIN DRAIN IN BASEMENT AND RAIN WATER CONDUCTOR . | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19134 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 1840 S CAMAC ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-012067 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 4401 HOLDEN ST | New Construction or Additionsexterior sanitary and 2" domestic water service 5'-0" out of the building | — | CARSO CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 1543 MORRIS ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall Additional Fire Alarm Devices In Commercial Kitchen Area And attachment To hood To NFPA 72 And 2017 NEC. | — | HARRY BECK | C | 19145 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 2001 RESERVE DR | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of 50 amp 240v dedicated line. All wiring to be fished through closed drywall | — | AMR Service Group | 19145 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 6243 OGONTZ AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEGALIZATION OF INTERIOR ALTERATIONS AT GROUND FLOOR OF AN EXISTING BUILDING. BUILDING TO COMPLY WITH 2018 FIRE AND PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODES. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING WORK. | 1 | Aboubacar Traore | C | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 3632 N 16TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL New 400 amp service with four gang meter socket and panels for 3 apartments and a house panel. Meter sockets are to have main circuit breakers to feed panels. Total new wiring for the 3 apartment and house circuits. To include switches, receptacles, lighting, 110v interconnected smoke alarms ,appliance circuits and a complete fire alarm system. ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. -NOTED: PARALLEL 2.5" CONDUITS W/ 250 AL CONUCTORS #2 CU COLD-WATER | — | GERALD D KAEWELL | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 3844 ASPEN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeNew construction of a single-family structure as per approved plan NTE 38' in height. Affordable housing Turn Key program. | — | CANNO DESIGN LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 3842 ASPEN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeNew construction of a single-family structure as per approved plan NTE 38' in height. Affordable housing Turn Key program. | — | CANNO DESIGN LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 3400 SPRUCE 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 (2) sprinklers to accommodate interior alterations to 5th floor | — | Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 1250 S 45TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an attached structure with roof deck, roof deck access structure, and balconies. Size and location as shown in plans. | — | Pace Architecture and Design | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 3851 ASPEN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeNew construction of a single-family structure as per approved plan NTE 38' in height. Affordable housing Turn Key program. | — | CANNO DESIGN LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 5741 RISING SUN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationConnect 1 hydration stations to electricity (replace in kind). | — | Rafter Electric, Inc | C | 19120 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 1932 S NORWOOD ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED TWO (2) STORY STRUCTURE. FOR USE AS A SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. BUILDING TO BE SPRINKLERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN EIGHT (8) FEET OF THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. SEPARATE BUILDING AND/OR STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRE | 1 | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19145 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 5742 N LAMBERT ST | Make Safe Permit For RPFOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE DAMAGED PORCH FRAMING MEMBERS AND WALLS TO RESOLVE CF-2025-132437. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND ENGINEERING INSPECTION LETTER. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CF-2025-132437. "IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINE | — | The Working Crew, LLC | 19138 |