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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 1910 N 23RD ST | EZ Wall Covering Replacement- For the Applications of Exterior Wall Coverings as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards shall result in permit revocation and require submission of construction and site plans. 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 shall be in place prior to start of work. | — | — | 19121 | |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 |
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| 3601-37 SPRUCE ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationProvide (13) 8' linear lights, (13) 16' linear lights, (8) 4' strip lights, (2) 8' wall lights, (2) 10' wall lights, (11) 2' strip lights, (26) downlights, (8) exit signs, (10) wall switches, and (21) ceiling sensors. Provdie (14) twist lock outlets, (26) duplex, (4) quad, (14) GFI, power to lab service panels at 9 locations, and (27) backbox and stub to ceiling for data. Provide (2) new panels fed from existing penthouse substation. Fire alarm modifications to include (9) speaker/strobes, (7) s |
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| FRANK FISHER INC |
| C |
| 19104 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 3401 GRAYS FERRY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of a 100amp feed 480 volt from adjacent building ECR to transit garage, to a 45kva transformer 480/208-120 volt mounted in garage. This transformer will feed a 200 amp main breaker panel 30 circuit. Mount (4) blink MQ 200 Fleet chargers located in parking garage 5 feet from entrance. Install (4) 50amp 2pole circuit breakers to feed charger stations. Install submetering for this panel. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | CHARLES H MACDONALD ELECTRIC I | C | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 2940 N 5TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL III ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE REAR ADDITION AND PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO EXTEND AN EXISTING GROUP MEDICAL, DENTAL & HEALTH PRACTITIONER'S OFFICE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEE PERMIT SP-2025-001137 FOR ASSOCIATED EXCAVATION WORK. BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP WORK** | 1 | Caritas Management LLC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 1027 N LAWRENCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationsInstall EZ 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. (1) 92% 80K BTU furnace with 3 ton AC, (1) 92% 40K BTU furnace with 2 ton AC, ductwork, and 16 total diffusers. | — | AC COMFORT SERVICE INC | 19123 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 3060 EDGEMONT ST | Addition and/or AlterationNEW 200A SERVICE ROUGH AND TRIM OUT THROUGH OUT AS PER 2017 NEC | — | City Lights electric llc | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 2524 FEDERAL ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH REAR DECK ON SECOND FLOOR, ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLAN. | — | Walnut St Development LLC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 14004 MCNULTY RD | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an addition onto an existing detached structure. For site improvements that include the expansion of the existing surface parking lot and associated landscaping. Size and location per plans. | — | — | C | 19154 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 101 POPLAR 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, no new ductwork | — | H & H HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING INC | 19123 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 401 N WILTON ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-005489 | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 1845 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish and install 108 duplex outlets, 3 GFI's, 1 hot water heater, 1 exhaust fan 65 A fixtures, 44 A-1, 4 B-1, 1 C, 15 emergency heads, 9 exit signs, and 1 100 amp panel as per 2017 NEC. Fire Alarm as per drawings and 2016 NFPA 72. | — | SHORELINE ELECTRIC INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 501 DIAMOND ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an attached structure with a roof deck and access structure. Size and location as shown in plans. | — | MED DCD GROUP LLC | C | 19122 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 4055-61 ASHLAND ST | Change of UseCommercial Vehicle Repair and Maintenance; Personal Vehicle Repair and Maintenance. | — | — | C | 19124 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 2317 AMBER ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH BASEMENT, ROOF DECK, AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE (ENCLOSED ACCESS STAIRS ONLY). FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING. 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 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WIT | 1 | ROCI JIMMY | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 2416 N 54TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) COMMERCIAL KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD TYPE-1 PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. | — | Reliable Fire & Mechanical, Inc. | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 814-16 N BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. 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. | — | Sanks Mechanical | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 102 W JOHNSON 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 | — | LATINI PROPERTY SERVICES INC | 19144 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 2558 FRANKFORD AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION FOR USE AS VACANT COMMERCIAL SPACE (SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED PRIOR TO FIT-OUT AND ISSUANCE OF C.O.) AND TWO (2) DWELLING UNITS (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE COMMERCIAL SPACE (BASEMENT & 1ST FLOOR) AND PER NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE GROUP R-3 OCCUPANCY (2ND & 3RD FLOORS). ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IBC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEC | 2 | FIDAN BASHA | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 1421 S 15TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-000215 | — | CARMINE VARALLO GENERAL CONTRACTING | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 2005 MARKET 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. RELOCATE (8) SPRINKLER HEADS ON THE 15TH FLOOR, PER NFPA 13 | — | A & S SPRINKLER CO INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 2112 S 7TH ST | AlterationsFor 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 | — | HAKIM M ABDUL RASHEED | C | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 1831 S 22ND ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2020-012705 | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 4401 S BROAD ST | Change of UseVacant | — | DILWORTH PAXSON KALISH & KAUFFMAN | C | 19112 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 2300-04 W ALLEGHENY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO 2ND FLOOR REAR FOR USE AS MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND HEALTH PRACTITIONER-GROUP MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND HEALTH PRACTITIONER WITH ALL PREVIOUSLY APPROVED USE TO REMAIN. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ***************************SEPARATE PERMITS FOR ALL OTHER WORK. *************************************************** | 2 | GERALD KEVIN SMITH | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 5508 CHESTER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationCorrect Existing Fire Alarm issues to bring system to code PER APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. **(2nd & 3rd fl vacant)** | — | TALON FIRE & SECURITY SYSTEMS LLC | C | 19143 |