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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A TWO (2) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING | 1 | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19140 | |
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| Issued May 11, 2026 |
| 1600 W VENANGO ST |
| New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A TWO (2) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING |
| 1 |
| SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC |
| 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A TWO (2) STORY SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TE | 1 | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A TWO (2) STORY SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TE | 1 | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1358 W JEROME ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | Arrow Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, LLC. | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A TWO (2) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING | 1 | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A TWO (2) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING | 1 | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A TWO (2) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING | 1 | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A TWO (2) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING | 1 | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1307-13 W VENANGO ST | Commercial Make Safe PermitMAKE SAFE PERMIT- For (Repair holes in roof that PFD cut to relieve smoke.) to resolve case #CF-2026-033200.. Abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk closure. A separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #CF-2026-033200.. “In accordance with Code Bulletin PM-1801, a PA professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. Th | 1 | Oral S Johnson | C | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A TWO (2) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING | 1 | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 4126 N 8TH ST | AlterationsAMENDED 06.03.26 TO INCLUDE REPAIR OF 3/4" WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE. Replace curb trap and fresh air inlet | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 3355 N PHILIP 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued May 9, 2026 | 4693 N 16TH 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Install (2) HVAC sytems, (1) in each dwelling. First floor - 2 ton 24K BTU heat pump with 8kw heating strip, air handler, new ductwork, and | — | Najee Goode | 19140 |
| Issued May 8, 2026 | 724 W GLENWOOD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationDistribution panel - 30 space panel, 100 ft electric raceways, (18) 15 amperes duplex receptacle, (3) switch replacement, install 3-way switches, ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit, (2) 10 yr smoke detector, install smoke/co detector. fishing only | — | ANTHONY DEREK MUHAMMAD | 19140 |
| Issued May 8, 2026 | 1528 W BUTLER ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 100 amp service, replace outlet, lights and switches, install outlet in kit. and back bedrooms All Wires Are fished | — | Vincent Williams | 19140 |
| Issued May 8, 2026 | 3247 N 15TH ST | AlterationsInstall 5" curb trap, 4" vent, 4" house drain and 1 1/2" water service. | — | Lepore Plumbing & Sons Inc | C | 19140 |
| Issued May 8, 2026 | 1939 W BRISTOL ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19140 |
| Issued May 8, 2026 | 4523 N 17TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewire complete 2 story - 30 space panel. Fishing only | — | ANTHONY DEREK MUHAMMAD | 19140 |
| Issued May 8, 2026 | 4456 N 5TH ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)FOR THE CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR THE USE OF MERCANTILE OCCUPANCY ON PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR IN AN EXISTING BUILDING. NO WORK IS PERMITTED UNDER THIS PERMIT. | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued May 8, 2026 | 3240-64 N HANCOCK 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 178 Sprinkler Heads | — | INDEPENDENCE FIRE SPRINKLER COMPANY | C | 19140 |
| Issued May 8, 2026 | 4140 N 5TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelReplace underfloor plumbing to three fixtures. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19140 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 1520 W VENANGO ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-001948 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 1520 W VENANGO ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-001947 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 7, 2026 | 1520 W VENANGO ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-001946 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19140 |