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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 1241 S BUCKNELL ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-005903 | — | LEGENDAIR LLC | 19146 | |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 4030 CHIPPENDALE AVE | Addition and/or Alteration100A panel replacement including new 100A Siemens 30/30 main breaker panel w/copper bus, whole home surge breaker, 7-1 pole & 2-2 pole (25,30) breakers, panel GFCI for panel base, 2 ground rods driven, intersystem bonding kit install, water meter jumped + bonded |
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| 19136 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 4707 N 4TH ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-007274 | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19120 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 1717 ARCH 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 (39) sprinklers to accommodate interior alterations to 38th floor | — | Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 7122 MONTAGUE ST | AlterationsREPLACE CURB TRAP & FAI. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19135 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 1839 S ISEMINGER ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-012031 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 3600-90 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN APPLIANCE TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. 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. | — | PMC Mechanical Enterprise, LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 1527 S 21ST ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO RESOLVE CASE VIOLATION # CF-2026-047546 TO REPAIR DAMAGE CAUSED BY FIRE TO REAR BAY AND REAR ROOF AS PER THE ENGINEER'S REPORT AND APPROVED ENGINEER PLANS. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2026-047546. “IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT | — | FAWWAZ RHONE | 19146 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 303 LEVERINGTON AVE | AlterationsStorm curb trap & FAI replacement. | — | PATINO & ARMIDEO PLUMBING LLC | 19128 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 5238-50 LANCASTER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInterior electrical and fire alarm fitout work for a sit-down restaurant -All work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 NEC -NOTED : Show-window receptacle, ANSUL SYSTEM TO BE MONITORED(SEE MATRIX)- | — | COLIN JOHNSON | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 1101 WASHINGTON AVE | AlterationsKitchen sink relocation | — | MICHAEL SPENCE | C | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 5439 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or Alterationinterior renovations of an existing structure to create two family dwelling in an existing structure. details per plan. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 869 N STILLMAN ST | 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 | — | — | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 883 N STILLMAN ST | 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 | — | — | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 13430 WORTHINGTON RD | AlterationsInstall new 1” k copper water service from city water main to basement | — | David R Smith | 19116 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 13430 WORTHINGTON RD | AlterationsInstall new 4”x5” curb trap and fresh air inlet | — | David R Smith | 19116 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 904 S 12TH 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 | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 552 ANCHOR ST | 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 | — | — | 19120 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 20-22 N 3RD ST | Addition and/or AlterationTotal rewire of tenant space, including wiring, lighting, lighting control, receptacle outlets, exit signs, emergency lighting, equipment and fixtures for a tenant space. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | XCELLCABLE INSTALLATION INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 2513 FEDERAL ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN NFPA 13R SYSTEM FOR A MULTI-FAMILY DWELLING SERVICED BY A TWO (2) INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2-INCH WILKINS 950XLT2 BACKFLOW PREVENTER AND AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | Willis Fire Protection | C | 19146 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 10 OSBORN ST | New ConstructionInstall 800 A 120/240 V incoming service Wiring of 9 apartment , 30 space 150A MLO electric panels , All electric appliances Wiring of the common areas with exit and emergency signs required Decora switches and outlets throughout, New fire alarm installation . ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. -NOTED: BOTH DOORS FROM ELECTRICAL RM TO BE EQUIPPED W/ PANIC HARDWARE- | — | SIGMA ELECTRIC GROUP INC | C | 19128 |
| Issued Jul 4, 2026 | 6970 PECHIN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the erection of a second floor addition and the addition of an exterior deck at the rear, and for interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. | — | We Do Install, LLC | 19128 |
| Issued Jul 4, 2026 | 810 E HILTON 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 heating unit with a 72,000 Gibson unit. This is a like for like replacement, NO NEW DUCTWORK IS PART OF THIS PERMIT, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY. | — | QUALITY AIR HVAC TRUST | 19134 |
| Issued Jul 4, 2026 | 766 S FRONT ST | New ConstructionFor the erection of (1) Two-Story Attached Structure as an accessory use (ADU + Garage) to an existing Two-Story primary building which is used as a single family dwelling. See Zoning Permit ZP-2024-009052 for Zoning variance. BBS granted variance with provisos: 1. Panic hardware on gates 2. Alley has 2-hour fire rating 3. Maintain easement and variance is voided if easement extinguished 4. Alley remains clear to provide safe passage | 1 | QB 3 LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 4, 2026 | 6624 CASTOR AVE | Addition and/or AlterationCHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO A-2 AND INTERIOR ALTERATION TO AN 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 TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 1 | Integrated Design Solution Group | C | 19149 |