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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 6326 LIMEKILN PIKE | 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 | — | Trash Queen Inc | 19138 | |
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| Issued Jun 17, 2026 |
| 5601 HUNTER ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-003525 |
| — |
| OMAR RIVERA |
| 19131 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 401 LINDLEY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS WITH A COMPLETE IN USE AND OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION OF THE EXISTING VACANT TWO (2) STORY BUILDING TO GROUP A-2 EVENT ASSEMBLY, GROUP A-3 RELIGIOUS ASSEMBLY, AND GROUP R-2 TWENTY-EIGHT (28) DWELLING UNITS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IEBC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK, AND EXCAVATION WORK. IF SITE CONDITIONS VARY, CONTACT D | 28 | David Gancz | C | 19120 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 9323 COTTAGE ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Ben Manis Plumbing LLC | 19114 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 700 W GIRARD AVE | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING RETAIL SPACE.. 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 WC, 2LAV, 2KS, HWH, 4 HUB, FD, AND GREASE INTERCEPTOR | — | DR BUILDERS 35 LLC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1913 FERNON ST | Alterationsreplacing 50 gallon gas power vent water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 5637 WALTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | HANS M THOMAS | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1222 HAWORTH ST | Family Daycare | — | ALAN NOCHUMSON, ESQ. | C | 19124 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 141 E SPRINGER ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2025-008853 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19119 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 809 N TAYLOR ST | Addition and/or AlterationAMEND 07-08-2026 TO ADD ***NEC 2017 FISHING ONLY*** Additional Electrical Work - replace 1x K&T circuit for TV area. New 15A AFCI circuit from panel to behind TV area at existing location. AFCI/GFCI outlet installs in laundry area and washing machine. Replace switch and AFCI/GFCI device in 2nd floor bathroom. Replace 3-way switches in 2nd floor and replace bathroom switch. Service Equipment Replacements: 100A Meter Socket Replacement, 100A Service Cable Replacement, EMT protection, Complete H | — | GENERATION 3 ELECTRIC INC | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1700 GRIFFITH ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR EXISTING UNCERTIFIED BUILDING. FOR USE AS TWO FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING IN AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. NO ALTERATIONS APPROVED ON THIS PERMIT. THE BUILDING SHALL COMPLY WITH THE PHILADELPHIA PROPERTY MAINTENANCE AND FIRE CODES PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALTERATIONS. | — | — | 19111 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1569 E HEWSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationWire through single family house, new service 200 amp upgrade, decora devices, switches, receptacles, smokes, 4'' LED recessed lights, and ARCF breakers according to NEC 2017 | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 2005 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish and install two (2) Category 6 plenum cables to fourteen (14) wall locations. Average cable pull is 180 feet. | — | BELLES ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 2129 CHESTNUT ST | AlterationsReplace one electric water cooler, replace one KS *WITHOUT PIPING* | — | HERMAN GOLDNER CO INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 3300 HENRY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall interior electrical wiring for a tenant fit-out of a behavioral health outpatient suite. Work includes installation of branch circuit wiring, lighting fixtures, lighting controls, switches, receptacle outlets, exit signs and emergency lighting. Provide electrical connections and dedicated branch circuits for equipment and appliances. All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | John James Obrien | C | 19129 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 3864 PENNSGROVE ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED 2-STORY STRUCTURE FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. THE BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMIITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN 8 FEET OF THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. SEPARATE BUILDING AND/OR | 1 | FINE PRINT CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 13500 E ROOSEVELT BLVD | Change of UseLimited Industrial | — | Klehr Harrison Harvey Branzburg LLP | C | 19116 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1158 S 12TH ST | 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 | — | LEPORE PROPERTIES LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1411 N FRAZIER ST | Lot Line RelocationFor lot line relocation of existing four parcels at 1411,1413, 1415, 1417 N Frazier st to be consolidated to one parcel. Parcel A | — | TMH ASSOCIATES INC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 3200 WALNUT 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. | — | — | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 6501 HARBISON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR RELOCATION OF SPRINKLER HEADS PER APPROVED PLANS AND NFPA 13. | — | JOHN H MORLEY JR INC | C | 19149 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 3025 WELSH RD | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-001161 | — | PHILIP PARKINSON | 19136 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 42 S 19TH ST | Change of UseVisitor Accommodations | — | — | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 2417 GAUL ST | Addition and/or AlterationAdd 2 switches, Add 2 outlets, Device Replacement Only. | — | JOSEPH WENTWORTH | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 233 S 13TH ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | Albert Taus and Associates | C | 19107 |