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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 112 E SPRINGER ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-002690 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19119 | |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 126 W OXFORD ST | AlterationsExcavate sidewalk and replace old cast iron curb trap and FAI with new cast iron curb trap with new FAI. |
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| ZOOM DRAIN PHILADELPHIA LLC |
| 19122 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 112 E SPRINGER ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-002690 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19119 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 5400 ERDRICK ST | Retaining WallFor the Installation of retaining wall (maximum height 3.7 feet including cap) and concrete paving to the existing structure. As per approved plans. | — | — | 19124 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 811 N 16TH ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 114 LOMBARD ST | Shelter/Platform- Erection of a sidewalk shelter platform as per Engineered Plans. Streets Department permit is required for sidewalk closure prior to the start work. | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 945 S 9TH ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries | — | US NATIONAL TAX SERVICES INC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 112 E SPRINGER ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-002689 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19119 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 323 DURFOR ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall new 100 Amp service complete with meter, panel and grounding and install wiring for receptacles, switches, lights, smokes, and CO detectors as per 2017 NEC | — | EK Construction LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 2443 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITN NFPA 13D, WITH A TWO-INCH COMBINED FIRE SERVICE LINE, AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Charles G. Hunter III | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 916 PINE ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CURB TRAP, FAI AND MAIN DRAIN. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT A TWO (2) STORY SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING TO INCLUDE A ONE (1) INCH COMBINED DOMESTIC & FIRE SERVICE LINE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE RP-2026-002252 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT A TWO (2) STORY SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING TO INCLUDE A ONE (1) INCH COMBINED DOMESTIC & FIRE SERVICE LINE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE RP-2026-002254 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 3617 GAUL ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family | — | — | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 112 E SPRINGER ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-002689 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19119 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 2014 DELANCEY PL | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ROOF-MOUNTED SOLAR COLLECTORS IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. 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 ELECTRICAL WORK.*** | — | — | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 2431 N 10TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE. FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED AS PER NFPA 13D FIRE-SUPPRESSION SYSTEM. ******************************SEPARATE PERMITS FOR ANY OTHER WORK. ************************************* | 1 | DALE CORPORATION | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | — | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics Display1.4 g pryo. 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 | — |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT A TWO (2) STORY SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING TO INCLUDE A ONE (1) INCH COMBINED DOMESTIC & FIRE SERVICE LINE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE RP-2026-002255 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 670 N 52ND ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries | — | US NATIONAL TAX SERVICES INC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT A TWO (2) STORY SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING TO INCLUDE A ONE (1) INCH COMBINED DOMESTIC & FIRE SERVICE LINE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE RP-2026-002257 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 3923 MOUNT VERNON ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-001915 | — | Rudjan Tafani | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 5929 CHANCELLOR ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-072668. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition program. Add'l specs: Replace front sidewalk. (2) stucco c/w 5927, 5931 Chancellor. Install front porch column c/w 5927 Chancellor. repair window at 5931 Chancellor. Repair or replace fire escape in rear c/w 5927 Chancellor. leave front steps and railing. 4' corral fence across front of property. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. | — | Raymond Smith | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 836 N 4TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-000138 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19123 |
| Issued Jun 18, 2026 | 1010 RACE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR ALTERATION TO AN EXISTINGG STRUCTURE (NO ALTERATION TO THE SIDE WALK AND ANY PORITION ENCROACH TO THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY). ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND HISTORICAL DEPARTMENT APPROVAL. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | PULLMAN SST INC | C | 19107 |