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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 2400 E VENANGO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2023-011016 | — | 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 |
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| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 885-87 N 41ST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an attached structure. Size and locations as shown in plans. | — | Christopher Johnson | C | 19104 |
| 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 | 1427 S ETTING ST | Addition and/or Alteration- For alterations to an Existing One Family Dwelling as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. Separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work and the installation of heating/cooling appliances. STRUCTURAL ALTERATION OR REPAIR IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED UNDER THIS PERMIT. PROHIBITED STRUCTURAL WORK INCLUDES ANY MODIFICATION TO EXTERIOR WALLS, PARTY WALLS, FLOOR/ROOF FRAMING OR FOUNDATIONS; IN | — | MAKE YOUR DREAM HAPPEN LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 1226 S 6TH ST | AlterationsReplacing curb trap, main drain and fai. | — | MATTHEW LEACH | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 5229 N FAIRHILL 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 | — | — | 19120 |
| 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 | 7036 SHERWOOD RD | Addition and/or AlterationBathroom: recess lights, gfci,switches, light, wall heater fishing wires **** | — | JOHN RINICK | 19151 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 4631 C 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, using existing ductwork. | — | JMJ HEATING & COOLING INC | 19120 |
| 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 | 117 W ALLENS LN | Addition and/or AlterationREMOVING WALL SEPARATING DINING ROOM FROM PANTRY & WATER CLOSET. SEE ENGINEERS DETAILS FOR BRACING DURING REMOVAL & INSTALLATION OF NEW STRUCTURAL SUPPORT. REMOVING 2 SMALL STAIRCASES. REMOVING WATER CLOSET. REMOVING ANY ON WALL ELECTRICAL. ADDING 2 SOURCES OF HVAC SUPPLY INTO NEW KITCHEN. REMODEL KITCHEN INCLUDING STRUCTURAL MODIFICATIONS AND WINDOW ADDITION AND REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING, DETAILS AS SHOWN IN THE PLANS. | — | Mallard Builders LLC | 19119 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 1822 E HUNTINGDON ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NFPA 13R SYSTEM FOR A MULTI-FAMILY DWELLING SERVICED BY A TWO (2) INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2-INCH WILKINS 950 XL3 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. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | C | 19125 |
| 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 | 3215 HOLYOKE RD | AlterationsReplace Existing 3/4" Water Service. | — | Eric Slifkin | 19114 |
| 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 | 6507 N UBER ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelReplace underfloor plumbing to three fixtures. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19138 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 600-08 N 40TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A TYPE 1 COMMERCIAL KITCHEN HOOD (16'-0") AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK, FANS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. **IMC 2018** | — | Reliable Fire & Mechanical, Inc. | C | 19104 |
| 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 | 1206 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO CREATE A COMMUNITY CENTER & PUBLIC ENTERTAINMENT CENTER ON THE FIRST THROUGH THIRD FLOORS OF AN EXISTING BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND BBS VARIANCE NO. MI-2025-007842. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 1 | BITTENBENDER CONSTRUCTION LP | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 5011 GERMANTOWN AVE | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)FOR THE DOCUMENTATIONS OF A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR MULTI-FAMILY (4 UNIT) HOUSEHOLD LIVING IN REAR OF 1ST FLOOR, AND ABOVE. VACANT COMMERCIAL ON THE FRONT GROUND FLOOR (USE REGISTRATION REQUIRED PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY). ****************NO WORK APPROVED ON THIS PERMIT. ****************************** | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 240 S BROAD ST | AlterationsTo install one water closet and 1 lavatory to include new piping. | — | NAGEL LAVIN INC | C | 19102 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 1500 FRANKFORD 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 18 SPRINKLER HEADS FOR NEW FLOOR PLAN | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 1512-14 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, FIXTURES, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP WORK. *2018 IEBC* | 298 | Daniel Pritzker | C | 19102 |
| Issued Jun 26, 2026 | 3923 MOUNT VERNON ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-001915 | 2 | Campos Enterprises LLC | 19104 |