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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 2149 N 4TH ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementEZ PERMIT RE-ROOFING- For the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Exiting Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Streets Department Permit is required for any sidewalk and street closures. SHEATHING MUST COMPLY WITH STANDARD AND NOT EXCEED ALLOWABLE AMOUNT OR NEED A NEW PERMIT WITH PLANS. | — | — | 19122 | |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 4235 MARPLE ST |
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| Addition and/or AlterationAdding of 2-20 amp branch circuits for gfcis, lighting, switches and receptacle outlets connecting to existing 100 amp panel and services. All necessary bonding and grounding as per Nec. |
| — |
| D&R COMPANY ELECTRIC |
| 19136 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 236 QUEEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR ALTERATIONS TO THE REAR WALL & EXISTING ROOF DECK WITH INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO THE MASTER BATH AND CLOSET IN AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | COLLEEN HARTER | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 7800 CITY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF TWELVE (12) TIMBER BRIDGES (NUMBERED 1-5 & 7-13) IN AN EXISTING RECREATIONAL FACILITY. BRIDGES 1 & 11 (H-10 VEHICLE DESIGN LOAD) HAVE A 20,000 LB WEIGHT LIMIT, BRIDGES 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9 & 13 (H-5 VEHICLE DESIGN LOAD) TO HAVE A 10,000 LB WEIGHT LIMIT, AND BRIDGES 5, 10 & 12 ARE FOR PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC ONLY. 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. | 12 | Greenway Bridge, LLC | C | 88888 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 830 N RINGGOLD ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Wiring: new circuits for lighting and outlets in 2nd floor bedrooms, hallway, living room, dining room, kitchen GFCI outlets, CAT6 cable for cameras. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC and per executed contract. (Fishing wires only) | — | GENERATION 3 ELECTRIC INC | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 4836 OGDEN ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 1 CITIZENS BANK WAY | Temporary Tents and CanopiesASSEMBLY USE TENT - LAWFUL OCCUPANCY SHALL BE AS POSTED - REMOVAL DATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED, UNLESS POWER IS PROVIDED THROUGH EXISTING EXTERIOR GROUND FAULT PROTECTED RECEPTACLES AND POWER CORDS ARE RATED EXTRA HEAVY DUTY WITH U. L. LABEL STATING SUCH RATING. NO COOKING OR HEATING PERMITTED WITH THIS APPROVAL. Streets Department permit is required for street closure prior to the start work if applicable. | — | — | C | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 220-60 S 33RD 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. Relocating 6 sprinkler heads | — | Charles G. Hunter III | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 1 CITIZENS BANK WAY | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics Display1.4 g close prox. All effect shall adhere to the 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code and applicable NFPA referenced standards. These shall include but not limited to NFPA 1126,1123 and NFPA 160. The safe operation of all effects is the responsibility of the shooter. Permit approval is subject to a demo to the assigned Fire Code official. | — | — | C | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 3851 LAWNDALE 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/ | — | KENNETH DIXON | 19124 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 1116 CARPENTER ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH CELLAR, ROOF DECK, AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED WITH A MINIMUM OF A NFPA 13D AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IECC. PRIOR TO | 1 | HIMA BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 4604 WEYMOUTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewire all outlets, switches; install 40 recess lights; Install 3 - smoke/Co detectors, 6 total. Install 100 amp service with a 30 space panel with 16 AFCI breakers. Install 20 switches & 40 outlets and 7 GFCIs. | — | AMPTRON LLC | 19120 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 4331 LANCASTER AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. FOR USE AS VACANT COMMERCIAL SPACE AT THE 1ST FLOOR AND EIGHT (8) DWELLING UNITS. STRUCTURE TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH BOTH NFPA 13 AND NFPA 13R. **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK.** **2018 IBC** | 3 | MAHARI BAILEY | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 3220 S SMEDLEY 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 | — | — | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 102-22 CHURCH ST | Addition and/or Alteration100A 30 space sub panel replacement, replace receptacles in existing locations (kitchen countertop, behind sink facing living room, bathroom) | — | GENERATION 3 ELECTRIC INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 334 ROXBOROUGH AVE | 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 | — | ROGER ROSS PLUMBING-HEATING INC | 19128 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 1622 S CONESTOGA ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO RESOLVE CASE VIOLATION #CF-2025-103669 TO REPAIR DAMAGE CAUSED BY FIRE (TO MAIN ROOF AND FRONT BAY) AS PER THE ENGINEER'S REPORT AND APPROVED ENGINEER PLANS. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2025-103669. “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 DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING TH | — | SINCHI BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION INC | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 2605 S 13TH 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 and AC only, in like and kind, using existing ductwork | — | H & H HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING INC | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 1002 E MOUNT PLEASANT AVE | 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, no new ductwork | — | MARTIN BEAN RENOVATION & ASSOCIATES INCORPORATED | 19150 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 6504 COTTAGE ST | Family Daycare | — | — | 19135 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 1643 N 6TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2022-009809 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19122 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 1808 FARRINGTON RD | AlterationsCurb Trap & FAI Riser Replacement | — | Sila Services, LLC | 19151 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 6538 GLENMORE AVE | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | DOTS DESIGN UP LLC | 19142 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 5006 LOCUST ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 20-amp indoor outlet with fishing | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 22, 2026 | 1020 PATTISON AVE | Temporary Tents and CanopiesASSEMBLY USE TENT - LAWFUL OCCUPANCY SHALL BE AS POSTED - REMOVAL DATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED, UNLESS POWER IS PROVIDED THROUGH EXISTING EXTERIOR GROUND FAULT PROTECTED RECEPTACLES AND POWER CORDS ARE RATED EXTRA HEAVY DUTY WITH U. L. LABEL STATING SUCH RATING. NO COOKING OR HEATING PERMITTED WITH THIS APPROVAL. Streets Department permit is required for street closure prior to the start work if applicable. | — | — | C | 19148 |