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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 1180 S 11TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationEXCAVATION FOR UNDERPINNING (SP-2026-000792) AND ALTERATIONS TO THE BASEMENT LEVEL OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, PLUMBING ALTERATIONS. | — | Theodore Fatsher | 19147 | |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 240 S BROAD ST |
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| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 229 MONROE ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 1226 S 6TH ST | AlterationsReplacing curb trap, main drain and fai. | — | MATTHEW LEACH | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 825 PIERCE ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeNew addition to existing single-family structure as per approved plan. Construction is for a 2nd and 3rd story addition with a 8' front setback for third story. No access to 2nd floor roof from 3rd floor is permitted with this permit, Height NTE 38' | — | Reynolds Engineering Company | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 2019 S 57TH ST | Make Safe Permit For RPTo document loose and missing brick repair in rear, upon field inspection a PA engineer report may be required by inspector if he/she decides the situation warrants it. | — | ROCK SOLID MANAGEMENT LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 2001 CHESTNUT ST | Change of UsePersonal Services | — | — | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 2411 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT A TWO (2) STORY TWO-FAMILY DWELLING TO INCLUDE A TWO (2) INCH COMBINED DOMESTIC AND FIRE SERVICE LINE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE RP-2024-006431 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 1652 S LECOUNT ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL 100 AMP SERVICE, WIRING THROUGHOUT, INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, OUTLETS, SWITCHES, SMOKE DETECTORS, GROUNDING SYSTEM. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 1026-36 FAIRMOUNT AVE | New Construction or AdditionsInstall vents, drains, water lines, 2 toilets, 2 lavs, 2 tubs/showers, 1 laundry sink, 1 kitchen sink, 1 hot water heater, 1 hose bib, 1 yard drain, 1 house trap, 1 fresh air inlet and a 1" water line | — | Gaceta Plumbing LLC | 19123 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 6134 MORTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior alterations in an existing single-family dwelling. Less that 10% floor joist replaced, like in kind. A few 2x4 framing replaced at the third-floor level. To be replaced one at a time as per PA Engineered stamped plan and notes. Removal of rear deck by hand and replace with steps. No excavation proposed or approved on this permit. | — | William Rodriguez | 19144 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 8107 WINSTON RD | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.EZ INTERIOR DEMOLITION- For the interior demolition on non-bearing partition wall and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Structural alteration or repair is expressly PROHIBITED under this permit. Prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of foundation slab. NO WORK MAY BE | — | — | 19118 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 9898 E ROOSEVELT BLVD | SignFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY WALL SIGN **SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK** | — | — | C | 19115 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 2002 SPRING GARDEN ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING APARTMENTS. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. 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 | — | BOKE PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 2645 N BOUVIER 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. 92% 60K BTU furnace, 3 ton AC, ductwork, and 9 diffusers | — | AC COMFORT SERVICE INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 441 COBBS CREEK PKWY | Addition and/or Alterations EZ 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. New duct work with system hvac installation 92% Gas Furnace 80000btu 4.0ton and AC unit 3.0ton 13.4Seer and new digital thermostat | — | AC COMFORT SERVICE INC | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 2514 S CLEVELAND ST | Alterations toilet upstairs may need to be replaced, spiket in the yard needs to be looked at, also there is a leak in her basement coming from her kitchen sink | — | Sila Services, LLC | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 5732 REEDLAND ST | AlterationsREPLACING HOUSE TRAP AND FRESH AIR INLET | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 214 S JESSUP ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 200-Amps Service and panel with proper grounding and bonding. Install all wiring and boxes for lights switches and receptacle outlets. Install dedicated branch circuits for appliances and smoke detectors interconnect throughout. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC and per executed contract. | — | GALAXY ELECTRIC LLC | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 2400 E VENANGO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2023-011004 | — | Fireworks Electric | 19134 |
| 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 | 1378 N 75TH 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 | — | — | 19151 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 3648 OLD YORK RD | AlterationsINSTALL AREA DRAIN. | — | TRADEMARK PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 4107 N BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE REPAIR TO BUILDING ELEMENTS AS SHOWN ON THE APPROVED PLAN. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS & ENGINEERS REPORT. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 4 | Oral S Johnson | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 4034 CLARIDGE ST | EZ Wall 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 | — | — | 19124 |