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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 1701 JOHN F KENNEDY 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 (3) sprinkler heads, per NFPA 13 | — | A & S SPRINKLER CO INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 2400 MARKET ST |
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| 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 (10) SPRINKLER HEADS, PER NFPA 13 |
| — |
| A & S SPRINKLER CO INC |
| C |
| 19103 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2000-24 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 87 light fixture, 5 exit, 2 switch, 7 receptacle as per 2017 NEC. Fire Alarm: Install 8 speaker/strobe, 9 smoke detector, 3 pull station, 1 NAC panel as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | NEW LIGHT ELECTRIC INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2200-02 MARKET ST | AlterationsALTERATION TO BANK. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. 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 | — | CARSO CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2129 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING HVAC SYSTEM TO ACCOMODATE NEW LAYOUT WITHIN EXISTING COLLEGE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | KAM SHEET METAL & FAB LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2000-24 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFire Alarm: Install 8 speaker/strobe, 1 strobe, 1 smoke detector, 1 relay 1 NAC Panel. PER APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. | — | NEW LIGHT ELECTRIC INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 201 N 21ST ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.- For the interior demolition on NON-Load-Bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Alteration/Repair is STRICTLY PROHIBITED with this permit type. No exterior work permitted as part of this permit. No work to exterior windows and/or doors as part of this permit. No work to front facade as part of this permit as per PHC. | — | — | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1701 JOHN F KENNEDY BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR A MECHANICAL SYSTEM UPGRADE TO THE MAIL ROOM AREA OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | HUNTER MECHANICAL INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1827 DELANCEY PL | Addition and/or AlterationLevel III Interior Alteration to an existing Attached Structure. | — | Falls-Bridge Construction LLC | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1717 ARCH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE AT 41ST FLOOR SUITE 4100. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. FOR USE AS PREVIUOSLY APPROVED. EXISTING BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ***********SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. *********** | 1 | STRUCTURE TONE LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1613 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall (31) Category 6, Plenum Cables for Wifi & POS | — | MJR TECHNOLOGIES, INC dBA: GT TELECOM | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2000-24 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ) TO A PORTION OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021**EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | PATRIOT CONSTRUCTION | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1914-16 PANAMA ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace Curb trap, FAI, and Main drain | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 219-29 S 18TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ KITCHEN FIRE SUPPRESSION- For the installation of New Wet Chemical Kitchen Fire Suppression System as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Install 24 gallon & PCU core captive aire kitchen fire suppression system, per UL 300 | — | Joseph F Spaeder | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2400 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationDemo power to stair lighting and roll doors. Furnish and install power for (11) fixtures using the existing circuits. All work per approved plans Separate permit required for fire alarm work | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1600-22 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of (36)nCat-6 plenum cables and installation of Sound masking system in accordance with NEC 2020. | — | TEL DAT COMMUNICATIONS INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2001 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY) TO THE 28TH FLOOR OF AN EXISTING BUILDING. TENANT SPACES TO BE USE AS A BUSINESS OCCUPANCY. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES AND FURNISHINGS THROUGHOUT. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. ** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2018**EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED ************************* SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR A | 1 | C. ERICKSON & SONS LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1717 ARCH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall new 100 amp panel. Install lighting, lighting switches and controls, receptacles, telecommunications wiring, and power to equipment as per 2017 NEC. Install fire alarm devices as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | CHARLES H MACDONALD ELECTRIC I | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 319 S 18TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMP TO 200 AMP as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Install all wiring & lighting throughout SFD. Install 120v smokes/co det. Install low voltage for tv | — | Baldwin Electrical Construction LLc | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1601-29 JOHN F KENNEDY BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish & Install Power and Lighting Relocations Per Plans and 2017 NEC. | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1650 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationRemove existing power and lighting in Verizon equipment room. Provide eight new 2' x 2' luminaires to match the building standard. Provide two switches for lighting control. | — | VASOLI ELECTRIC CO INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1717 ARCH 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 | — | — | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2005 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationProvide interior electrical wiring for an office tenant fit-out, including lighting fixtures, lighting controls, switches, telecommunications wiring and devices, and receptacle outlets. Install a complete fire alarm system, including all required fire alarm devices, wiring, notification appliances, and associated equipment. All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2020 NEC, 2019 NFPA 72 and per approved plans. | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2400 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationRelocate the existing UPS system from the 5th floor to the 6th floor. Furnish and install new electrical panels and transformers on the 6th floor to serve the IT infrastructure for Aramark. Furnish and install power and lighting for the new MDF and IT lab areas. Provide power connections for new HVAC equipment. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2030 DELANCEY PL | Addition and/or AlterationFor the replacement of the exterior window lintels at the side and rear of an existing attached structure per plan and Philadelphia Historic Commission approval. No work to the front facade. | — | PINEMAR, INC | 19103 |