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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 101-09 N BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | MMB CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 |
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| 534-36 HELLERMAN ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationFor interior alterations to an existing single family structure for interior framing with drywall in the existing basement. No changes to existing structural elements or demised areas. Details per plan. Trades permits to be filed by others. |
| — |
| RF BUILDERS LLC |
| 19111 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 528 GREENWICH ST | Addition and/or AlterationINTERIOR RENOVATION AS PER SCOPE IN UPLOADED BUILDING PLAN EXISTING ATTACHED RESIDENTIAL 2 STORY SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING. | — | ATIS PLUMBING AND HVAC INC | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2721 E WESTMORELAND ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-005141 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2326 N WOODSTOCK ST | AlterationsFor 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 | — | DARRYLS PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2400 E VENANGO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2023-011019 | — | Fireworks Electric | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2548 RIDGE AVE | AlterationsFor 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19121 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 821 FITZWATER ST | Addition and/or AlterationRear one story addition at the second-floor level on existing first floor as per plan. NO EXCAVATION PROPOSED ON THIS PERMIT. | — | CityLife Collective LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 1536 S 24TH ST | AlterationsReplace curb trap & fai & main drain | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 639 W CUMBERLAND ST | AlterationsFor 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 | — | JOSEPH MORETTI | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 970 N DELAWARE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLING FOUR STROBES AND MANUAL PULL STATION FOR GYM FITOUT AS PER 2016 NFPA 72. TIED TO EXISTING SYSTEM. | — | B.H. HOLDINGS CORP ( Emergency Response Associates) | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2326 N WOODSTOCK ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2024-008075. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (1) stucco c/w 2328 N. Woodstock. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front. | — | Raymond Smith | 19132 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 5401 KINGSESSING AVE | Make Safe Permit For RPIN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. MAKE SAFE PERMIT - FOR THE REPAIR OF EXTERIOR WALL AND FRONT PORCH AS PER PLAN AND ENGINEER’S REPORT TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2020-084187. ABUTTING SIDEWALK MUST BE CLOSED WITH FENCING A MINIMUM OF 6’ IN HEIGHT. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUI | — | BURNSIES PLUMBING LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2538 S 66TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 200 amp service and meter socket outside as per nec 2017 | — | Danny Vo | 19142 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 700 N DELAWARE AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)For the installation of five (5) non-illuminated projecting signs accessory to the building’s use. Size and location as shown in application/plans. | — | FORMAN SIGN COMPANY INC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2124 E CAMBRIA 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/ | — | Justin Surentz | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2423 N PHILIP ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE TO INCLUDE A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | Renato Rizaj | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 7238 MONTOUR ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2025-012142 | — | NHAN T LE | 19111 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2548 RIDGE AVE | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-063376. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: Replace front sidewalk. No stucco. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front. | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19121 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 9211 TORRESDALE AVE | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelReplacing one shower\tub with acrylic unit | — | JASON CRINITI | 19114 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 5036 SPRUCE ST | New Construction or AdditionsInstallation of a complete sanitary waste and vent system, domestic hot and cold water piping for a 6-unit interior alteration. Includes installation of six 40-gallon gas water heaters, kitchen sinks with garbage grinders, water closets, lavatories, and bathtubs per Philadelphia Plumbing Code | — | IVAN PLUMBING LLC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 109 N MOLE 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. PHC approval- No work to front facade. Mechanical units and associated conduit to be located at rear. 90K BTU furnace, 5 ton AC, ductwork, and 8 diffusers | — | Bedri Allaraj | 19102 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 507 CYPRESS ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-005563 | — | THOMAS D. LEPORE | 19106 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2501 N 10TH ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-042504. No sidewalk. No stucco. 8' chain link fence on side c/w 2503 N. 10th (pre-school). 4' corral fence around perimeter. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. | — | PEDRO PALMER CONSTRUCTION INC | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2501 N CORLIES ST | Commercial Make Safe PermitMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH UNSAFE VIOLATION CF-2024-094276 TO INCLUDE REPAIRS TO EXTERIOR FRONT MASONRY WALL PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801. LICENSED PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. | 1 | roderick wedlowe-lawson | C | 19132 |