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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 2140 CHRISTIAN ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstalling 200A service and panel in addition to rewire to existing locations in the basement and first floor. Basement which is un-habitable, basement for utilities | — | DAVIS S OWENS GROUP | 19146 | |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 2039 WILDER ST | AlterationsInstall drain lines and waterlines and set fixtures. |
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| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 736-38 S BROAD 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 | — | — | C | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 1517 CARPENTER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR DEMOLITION OF REAR ONE STORY ADDITION AND DEMOLITION OF REAR SECOND FLOOR BAY AREA WITH INTERIOR ALTERATIONS THROUGHOUT AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | SLS CONTRACTING SERVICES | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 423 S 20TH ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-005543 | — | Coffelt Contracting | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 1527 S LECOUNT ST | New ConstructionFOR UNDERPINNING AND FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR. FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *************************SEPARATE PERMITS FOR ELECTRICAL FIRE-SUPPRESSION AND PLUMBING WORK. ********************************* | 1 | FINE PRINT CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 2611 CATHARINE ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THREE STORY BUILDING TO INCLUDE 1 1/2-INCH COMBINED WATER SERVICE LINE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. 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. | — | Integrated Fire Solutions LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 2127 KIMBALL ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED THREE (3) STORY STRUCTURE WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE ABOVE. 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 TEN (10) FEET OF THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. SEP | 1 | Lapstone LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 711 S 17TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an addition to the rear of an existing attached structure. Size and location as shown in plans. | — | WENDY SUMIDA | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 1320 S 18TH 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 and AC unit, new ductwork, and 10 diffusers | — | QAMAR A CHOWDHURY | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 423 S 20TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationAmend Permit 6/30/2026 - The electrical work includes interior wiring for the approved residential renovation scope at 423 S 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146, including lighting, switches, receptacles, kitchen/bathroom wiring, HVAC-related electrical connections, appliance circuits, GFCI/AFCI protection as required, and related branch circuit modifications. Electrical Permit for combo RP-2026-005543 | — | OMAR RIVERA | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 1440 S BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 3 switches and 2 lights and 1 ceiling fan and 1 exhaust fan in new addition greenhouse and install outlet and power for mini split and install dedicated outlet for elevator | — | COLLIN ESTEP | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 1217 S 16TH ST | New ConstructionTHE INSTALLATION OF A ONE (1) INCH COMBINED SERVICE LINE FOR A FIRE & DOMESTIC SUPPLY LINE, FIRE PUMP AND FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH REMOTE TOILET CONNECTION PER PLANS. MULTIPURPOSE RESIDENTIAL FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM DESIGNED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D. ALL WORK SHALL BE ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS, HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS, AND APPROVED BUILDING PERMIT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL PLUMBING WORK. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 1907 CARPENTER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF ONE STORY REAR ADDITION ABOVE THE EXISTING FIRST FLOOR REAR AND ERECTION OF ROOF DECK ABOVE REAR SECOND FLOOR AND ABOVE EXISTING THIRD FLOOR OF AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY ATTACHED STRUCTURE. DETAILS AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLAN | — | A. Bishter Builders, LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 423 S 20TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-005543 | — | Hormigon LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 24, 2026 | 2609 REED ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED BUILDING TO INCLUDE ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 24, 2026 | 1720-22 LOMBARD ST | Addition and/or AlterationRelocate feeders and supply power to new chiller location. Remove and temporarily feed equipment as per trough demolition schedule. Supply and install new distribution panel PH as specified and fed from existing 208V / 3-phase / 125A feeder. Intercept existing branch circuits to remain fed from panel PH. Supply and install new branch circuits to feed new equipment from panel PH. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | Ace Hardware Home Services | C | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 24, 2026 | 2607 REED ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED BUILDING TO INCLUDE ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 24, 2026 | 1019 S CHADWICK ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2025-011029 | — | MICHAEL A BRADLEY | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 24, 2026 | 2435 CHRISTIAN 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 and AC only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | H & H HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING INC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 24, 2026 | 1737 SOUTH ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING MIXED USE BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION FOR PIPING SERVING COMMERCIAL SPACE. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | delosrios plumbing inc | C | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2611 CATHARINE ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-009075 | — | AC COMFORT SERVICE INC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 1430 S BOUVIER 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2225 WHARTON ST | AlterationsInstalling 11 Fixtures 1 HWH 3 Lavs 3 Toilets 1 KS 1 Washer 2 Shower/tubs | — | THOMAS UHL | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 1320 S 18TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall total wiring as per NEC and install 200 AMP as per NEC 2017 | — | COLIN JOHNSON | 19146 |