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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 6122 ROSS ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical wire Bathroom new Spot lights & wire in Basement. | — | JAMAAL STERLING | 19144 | |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 419 W CLAPIER ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A DETACHED STRUCTURE (MAX. 38’ HIGH); FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING WITH FOUR (4) ACCESSORY OFF-STREET SURFACE PARKING SPACES, ACCESSED BY A SHARED DRIVEWAY; SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. |
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| Alexander Duller DBA: Fusa Designs LLC |
| 19144 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 353 N ROBINSON ST | Make Safe Permit For RP**MAKE SAFE PERMIT** FOR PORCH SLAB REPLACEMENT, PORCH MASONRY PIERS REPAIRS, PARTIAL 1ST FLOOR FRAMING REPLACEMENT, 2ND FLOOR FRONT BAY FLOORING AND SOFFIT REPAIRS, AND REMOVAL AND RECONSTRUCTION OF THE ONE-STORY REAR SHED TO COMPLY WITH VIOLATION # CF-2025-097154. NOT TO EXCEED SCOPE OF WORK NOTED IN ENGINEER'S REPORT AND SHOWN ON APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE # CF-2025-097154. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLET | — | SHABBY 2 CHIC DEVELOPERS LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 5501-19 CHESTNUT ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING OFFICE BUILDING. 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 2021 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | PMC Mechanical Enterprise, LLC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 4525 PARRISH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2025-012896 | — | PHILIP RENNINGER | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 302 WINTON ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2" 950XLT2BFSS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 9901 E ROOSEVELT BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationELECTRIC: Install lighting, recepts & low voltage. -2020 NEC. **NO FIRE ALARM ON THIS PERMIT** | — | SMITH ELECTRIC CO INC | C | 19114 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1510-12 CHESTNUT 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 28 SPRINKLER HEADS | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19102 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 308 WINTON ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2" 950XLT2BFSS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 111 BAINBRIDGE 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 | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 2127 KIMBALL ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-004995 | — | PHILIP RENNINGER | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 417 S BROAD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an attached structure (not to exceed 70 ft. in height) that includes a full basement, a roof deck with two pilot houses and an elevator overrun, and 10 Class 1A bicycle parking spaces. Size and location per plan. | — | Landmark Architectural Design LLC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 310 WINTON ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2" 950XLT2BFSS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 3300 HENRY AVE | 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 existing sprinkler heads to accommodate new ceiling layouts. | — | Willetts Sprinkler Design, Inc. | C | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 2709-11 N BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE A CHANGE IN OCCUPANCT TO THE 2ND FLOOR LEVEL OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. EXISTING BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED. FOR USE AS GROUP LIVING PERSONAL CARE HOME . **ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IEBC.** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK.** IF SITE CONDITIONS VARY, CONTACT DESIGN PROFESSIONAL PRIOR TO START OF WORK.** | 1 | TECHNI SYSTEMS INC | C | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 6628 HOLLIS 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. 2.5 ton condenser, 75k btu & 9 reg./diff. Mechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-010558 | — | GOOD DEAL REMODELING LLP | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 2556 PAGE ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-127200. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (1) stucco c/w 2558 Page St. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of property. | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1625 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR STRUCTURAL REPAIRS PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021** | 1 | MJ SETTELEN CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 7424 RUSKIN RD | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ELIMINATION OF ONE (1) OFF-STREET PARKING SPACE IN AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 9528 JAMES ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR ROOF ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING TWO-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | LEMUS CONSTRUCTION INC | 19114 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 6432 WOODCREST AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE. | — | BARTHOLOMEW N EMANUEL | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 4855 N HOWARD ST | Addition and/or Alteration100 amp service and panel, (12) 15 ampere duplex receptacle, (4) install switch, (2) replace exterior fixture, (3) ground fault receptacle, (2) 3-way switch replacement, outdoor receptacle outlet, (4) electric wall/ceiling heater, (2) 10 yr smoke detector, install smoke/co detector. fishing only Service has not increased. | — | ANTHONY DEREK MUHAMMAD | 19120 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 306 WINTON ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2" 950XLT2BFSS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 2444 N LEE ST | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE-STORY WOOD-FRAME ATTACHED STRUCTURE ON REINFORCED CONCRETE FOOTINGS/FOUNDATIONS WITH A ROOF DECK DECK AND A ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. FOR USE AS A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING THROUGHOUT. BUILDING SHALL BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA13R . ** MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING WORK INCLUDED AS PART OF THE REVIEW. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS. *PROTECTION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY / PEDESTRIANS / ADJACENT PROPERTIES REQUIRED DURING ALL CONSTRUCTION.**ENE | 2 | CUS CONSTRUCTION INC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 2409 S AMERICAN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE MD. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19148 |