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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 801-49 PINE ST | AlterationsNew fixtures w piping, 1 WC 1 LAV- 3 KS ALL WORK PERFORMED PER 2018 PPC AND EZ STANDARD | — | HERMAN GOLDNER CO INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 836 N 4TH ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-013453 | — |
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| 19123 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 210 LOCUST ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. (THREE SEPARATE UNITS WERE COMBINED INTO ONE UNIT AS PER ZP-2026-005699) **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY OTHER WORK** | 1 | ORION GENERAL CONTRACTORS | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 2411 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionTHE INSTALLATION OF A TWO (2) INCH COMBINED SERVICE LINE FOR A FIRE & DOMESTIC SUPPLY LINE 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 | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 1918-20 PANAMA ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor 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. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. | — | Ryan Morgan | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 8200-22 E ROOSEVELT BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationInstall conduit in trench for new sign power. Run conduit across trench and run power for forman sign company. GENERAL PERMIT NUMBER - GP-2025-000418 | — | J R'S ELECTRIC | C | 19152 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 3400 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or Alteration Install interior wiring for audio booth. ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC. **NO TELE-COM wiring on this permit** | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 9307 KREWSTOWN RD | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW HVAC SYSTEMS, ASSOCIATED DUCT WORK, ROOFTOP UNITS, DUCTLESS SYSTEMS, AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION. | — | SCHORN CONSTRUCTION CO INC | C | 19115 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 2327-83 COTTMAN AVE | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF MULTI-TENANT COMMERCIAL BUILDING SHELL ONLY. ALL MATERIALS TO BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. EACH TENANT DFU'S SHALL BE THE MAXIMUM ALLOWED TOTAL LISTED ON PLANS. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED PER CHAPTER 7 BASE CODE. ALL WORK TO BE PERFORMED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS. | — | SDA MECHANICAL SERVICES INC | C | 19149 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 6501-95 E ROOSEVELT BLVD | 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 44 EXISTING SPRINKLER HEADS FOR A NAIL SALON | — | Impact Fire Services, LLC | C | 19149 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 850 S SWANSON 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 | — | Mr Contractor inc | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 2935 RUTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | QQ FIRE CONTRACT INC | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 3112 HARTVILLE ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for 679086. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (2) stucco c/w 3110, 3114 Hartville. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 6' chain link fence across front. | — | MONTICELLO CONTRACTORS INC | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 1829 S 2ND ST | AlterationsReplace 3/4" water service | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 248 E PHIL ELLENA ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-012865 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19119 |
| 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 | 709 DISSTON ST | AlterationsREPLACE LAUNDRY SINK. | — | CPR PLUMBING INC | 19111 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 3562 N WARNOCK ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelReplace tub, toilet, lavatory and underfloor piping per EZ standards | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 1900 JOHN F KENNEDY BLVD | AlterationsInstall new kitchen sink and faucet. | — | SPIRO NACO | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 1919 GRIFFITH 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. Moving existing 3 ton AC condenser. | — | Refail Tota | 19111 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 1901-19 E YORK ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-001985 | — | US ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 2751 N BONSALL ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- 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/ | — | Mark Morales | 19132 |
| 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 | 2411 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionTHE INSTALLATION OF A TWO (2) INCH COMBINED SERVICE LINE FOR A FIRE & DOMESTIC SUPPLY LINE 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 | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 25, 2026 | 836 N 4TH ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-000138 | — | Baldwin Electrical Construction LLc | 19123 |