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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1653 CADWALLADER ST | AlterationsInstall drain lines and waterlines and set fixtures | — |
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| 19122 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 5622 ELMWOOD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationRebuild rear deck, details per plan. | — | PA STAR CONTRACTORS LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 207 E PENN ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED TWO (2) STORY STRUCTURE. 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 SEVEN (7) FEET OF THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. SEPARATE BUILDING AND/OR STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRE | 1 | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19144 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 1846 LINDLEY AVE | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelReplacing one shower/tub with acrylic unit. | — | JASON CRINITI | 19141 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 1906 N 4TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2024-007130 | — | SPIRO NACO | 19122 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2000-24 MARKET ST | 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 ON THE 5TH FLOOR, PER NFPA 13 | — | A & S SPRINKLER CO INC | C | 19103 |
| 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 | 32 N REDFIELD ST | Alterationssingle family dwelling with 2 full baths, kitchen, and laundry drain. main drain assembly and yard drain. new fixtures and new piping | — | Right Price Plumbing & Heating LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 30-36 S 15TH ST | 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 (8) SPRINKLER HEADS ON THE 15TH FLOOR | — | A & S SPRINKLER CO INC | C | 19102 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 1419 N FRANKLIN ST | Commercial Make Safe Permit**MAKE SAFE PERMIT** FOR REPAIRS TO FIRE-DAMAGED ROOF FRAMING & SHEATHING, ROOFING MEMBRANE, VINYL SIDING, AND PARAPETS TO COMPLY WITH VIOLATION # CF-2026-067326. NOT TO EXCEED SCOPE OF WORK NOTED IN ENGINEER'S REPORT AND SHOWN ON APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE # CF-2026-067326. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINE | 4 | PINHAS MALKA | C | 19122 |
| 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 | 1715 MOUNT VERNON ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | — | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2027 CHANCELLOR ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | Studio C Architecture LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 3400L S BROAD ST | New ConstructionERECTION OF NEW SUPPORT POLES FOR SPEAKER INSTALLATION FOR EXISTING SPORTS PRACTICE FACILITY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2018 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ANY ELECTRICAL WORK** | 2 | WIDNER CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT | C | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 1707 E PASSYUNK AVE | AlterationsInstall new plumbing fixtures and associated domestic water, sanitary waste, vent piping and trim for a first floor beauty salon tenant fit out. Work includes one ADA compliant restroom, one utility service sink and shampoo bowl stations. Connect to existing building water and sanitary systems. All work to comply with Phila Plumbing Code and applicable accessibility requriement. | — | Stephen Treacy | C | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 122-30 NEW ST | AlterationsReplacing 50 gallon electric water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 1245 S 7TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationRoof replacement with 10 sheets of plywood, details per plan. no other work included. | — | UNION ROOFING CONTRACTORS INC | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 5704 N 7TH ST | Make Safe Permit For RP**MAKE SAFE PERMIT** FOR REPAIRS TO FIRE-DAMAGED INTERIOR FRAMING AND STAIRS TO COMPLY WITH VIOLATION # CF-2025-094381. NOT TO EXCEED SCOPE OF WORK NOTED IN ENGINEER'S REPORT AND SHOWN ON APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE # CF-2025-094381. IN 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 DE | — | THERESA BOWNES | 19120 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 2400 E VENANGO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2023-011020 | — | 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 | 3401 CIVIC CENTER 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 (2) sprinkler heads for 1st floor office renovation | — | Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. | C | 19104 |
| 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 | 1909 S BROAD ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)For the erection of one flat wall sign and one awning sign. | — | — | C | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 23, 2026 | 112 E SPRINGER ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-002689 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19119 |