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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1910 E HUNTINGDON ST | Full DemolitionComplete demolition to create vacant lot | — | A2 Design Group LLC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 15032 DAHLIA DR | Alterationsreplacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — |
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| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1624 DOUNTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationComplete Rewire with a new 200 amp service entrance. | — | Young's Electrical Services | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 3401 GAUL ST | Addition and/or AlterationIntercom Add JCI will install an Axis I8116-E Video Intercom that will be connected to the switch via CAT6 cable allowing for communication with the video master station device. Access control relocation JCI will relocate existing ACS Head End and POE Switch. Please refer to drawings for the new location. JCI will provide and install new wire to complete this relocation. JCI to relocate the existing Lockdown Button and Master Station to Dashe Pickup Area. Please refer to drawings for the new loc | — | JOHNSON CONTROLS US HOLDINGS INC | C | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 830 N 42ND ST | New ConstructionEZ 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Install (2) HVAC systems, (1) for each dwelling. Each system will have a 24K BTU heat pump and air handler, ductwork, and 7 diffusers (14 | — | NAZAR HOME CONSTRUCTION INC | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 2 W MOUNT AIRY AVE | EZ Roof 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 | — | — | 19119 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 5616 RIDGEWOOD ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 2201 E SOMERSET ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2022-002289 | — | LEGENDAIR LLC | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 820 N 42ND ST | New ConstructionEZ 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Install (2) HVAC systems, (1) for each dwelling. Each system will have a 24K BTU heat pump and air handler, ductwork, and 7 diffusers (14 | — | NAZAR HOME CONSTRUCTION INC | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 3240-64 N HANCOCK ST | AlterationsReinstall 18 toilets, 2 urinals and 18 lavatory's. **WITHOUT PIPING** | — | ARRICK J WISE | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 3905 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of 15kv feeders (duct bank and concrete pads by others), pad mount transformer, 1600A 208V Switchboard, and downstream 208V feeds to buildings as shown on drawings. Remove existing pad mount and switchboard when complete . -2017 NEC .Outside on concrete pad On the rear of the parcel north of building 1475402 and east of building 1475401 (ST.MARY'S ,3905 & 3907 Spruce st ) | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 2111 GREEN ST | AlterationsRe-Plumb and Install new plumbing fixtures, DWV, and water pipe for single family apartment/condo unit with: 2 Water Closets, 2 Lavatory Sinks, 1 bathtub, 1 shower, 1 Kitchen sink, 1 garbage disposer, 1 washing machine stand pipe and water heater. | — | MARC K DANIELS | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 5124 SPRINGFIELD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationINTERIOR ALTERATION TO 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. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 3 | MAHMUD ANSARI | C | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 2201-21 MARGARET ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE ERECTION OF SIX (6) NON-ILLUMINATED DOUBLE-FACED ACCESSORY PROJECTING SIGNS AND ONE (1) NON-ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY WALL SIGN. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | HOPE STREET LLC | C | 19137 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 5806 MASTER 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. New HVAC system, ductwork, and 11 diffusers | — | Fairmount Mechanical LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 5420 ADDISON 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 ductwork throughout single family home, connecting to the existing furnace and 8 diffusers | — | Finch Development LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 2304 DELANCEY PL | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 2066-80 E TIOGA ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | C | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 3240-64 N HANCOCK ST | Addition and/or AlterationRenovation of a commercial building to include the wiring/installation of new and relocated receptacle devices and light switches at new wall locations, the replacement of existing outdated halogen/fluorescent lights with updated LED light fixtures throughout the space. ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC AMENDMENT: Install automatic ,manual fire alarm system . per approved drawings -2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. | — | JAMES R ELEY ELECTRICAL LLC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 5981 JANNETTE ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2025-008128 | — | Big Dawg's Plumbing & Heating INC | 19128 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 2645 N 8TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 200-Amps service with 2 gang, and 100Amp per each panel. Install lights throughout each unit. install outlets throughout. Install smoke detectors hardwire interconnected at each apartment. Run all lines to each appliance. Install disconnect For Mini split units. | — | GALAXY ELECTRIC LLC | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1636 CHANCELLOR ST | Change of UseAssembly and Entertainment | — | — | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1039 N 67TH ST | Addition and/or Alteration Emergency exterior shut off disconnect , surge suppressor, replace, upgrade ground system | — | OMEGA ELECTRIC INC | 19151 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1248-50 N FRONT ST | Addition and/or AlterationONE (1) STATIC ILLUMINATED WALL SIGN ABOVE THE SECOND-FLOOR WINDOWSILL OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE/LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION/PLANS; PLEASE SEE GP-2024-008516 AND ZP-2025-008650 | — | JOSEPH C IANOALE | C | 19122 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1904 N LAWRENCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF VERTICAL AND REAR ADDITIONS WITH A ROOF DECK AND PILOT HOUSE AND INTERIOR ALTERATIONS THROUGHOUT AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN | — | Mohanad Odeh | 19122 |