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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 1610 N 2ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-003260 | — | Allen Au | 19122 | |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 2106 N 16TH ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-002511 | — |
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| 19121 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 4401 S BROAD ST | Change of UseVacant | — | DILWORTH PAXSON KALISH & KAUFFMAN | C | 19112 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 401 N WILTON ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-005489 | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 1826 S 22ND ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2020-012695 | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | 19145 |
| 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 | 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 | 2361 E SUSQUEHANNA AVE | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family; Office - Business and Professional | — | TONER ARCHITECTURE INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 1318 REED 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. Install 70K BTU gas furnace, 2.5 ton AC, ductwork, and 10 diffusers | — | LEGENDAIR LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 302-12 N 13TH ST | ExcavationEXCAVATION WORK INCLUDING UNDERPINNING FOIR ADDITION TO EXISTING EDUCATIONAL FACILITY (SEE PERMIT CP-2026-002637) AS PER APPROVED PLANS. UNDERPINNING TO BE MONITORED BY A PA LICENSED PE AT ALL TIMES. *2018 IEBC REVIW* | — | BENCARDINO EXCAVATING INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 1509 S 49TH ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 6700 GUYER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall New Fire Alarm System To 2016 NFPA 72 And 2017 NEC Code By Fishing Wires Through Walls. | — | HARRY BECK | C | 19142 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 1503 N 54TH ST | Alterationsnstallation of 2 full bathroom 2 kitchen 2 water heater 2 laundry | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19131 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 2427 S 16TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES- For Mechanical Work to include the installation as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. No new penetrations or enlargement of roof opening. Unit to be installed on existing roof curb. This project consists of the installation of a new 2.5-ton (30,000 BTU) rooftop package HVAC unit at the customer’s residence . The system is rated at 13.4 SEER and is designed to deliver approximatel | — | Ronald Musser | 19145 |
| 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 | 2525 W GIRARD AVE | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE DEMOLITION OF ALL EXISTING STRUCTURES AND THE ERECTION OF A NEW FIVE (5) STORY STRUCTURE, ROOF DECK (FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY), THREE (3) ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURES WITH ONE (1) ELEVATOR OVERRUN, AND SEVEN (7) CLASS 1A BICYCLE SPACES ON AN ACCESSIBLE ROUTE. FOR USE AS MULTIFAMILY (TWENTY (20) DWELLING UNITS) HOUSEHOLD LIVING AND VACANT COMMERCIAL SPACE (SEPARATE USE REGISTRATION PERMIT REQUIRED PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY OF COMMERICAL SPACE). SIZE AND LOCATION SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | C | 19130 |
| 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 | 638 KIMBALL ST | AlterationsNew plumbing installation: Basement – washer, dryer and heat pump water heater. First Floor – kitchen sink, dishwasher and 1/2 bath (toilet and sink). Second Floor – full bathroom with toilet, sink and shower. PEX Manabloc water distribution system. | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 1840 N 71ST ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE 1" WATER LINE FROM CURB TO THE METER. | — | BOSS PLUMBING AND HEATING, LLC | 19151 |
| Issued Jun 15, 2026 | 2411 N 11TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsAMEND PERMIT 6/16/2026 - 1-backflow,2-lav sinks,2-water closets,2-showers,2-floor drains,2-laundry sinks,2-water heaters,2-hose bibs,2-kitchen sinks Plumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2024-006431 | — | JOSEPH ROSATI INC | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 14, 2026 | 607R W GRAVERS LN | New construction, addition, GFA change For the erection of a 2-story addition. Size and location per plans. | — | WILLIAM J O'BRIEN | 19118 |
| Issued Jun 14, 2026 | 760 BROOKLYN ST | Change of UseVacant | — | ANTHONY M MASO | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 14, 2026 | 1816 N 15TH ST | Temporary Tents and CanopiesASSEMBLY USE TENT - LAWFUL OCCUPANCY SHALL BE AS POSTED - REMOVAL DATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED, UNLESS POWER IS PROVIDED THROUGH EXISTING EXTERIOR GROUND FAULT PROTECTED RECEPTACLES AND POWER CORDS ARE RATED EXTRA HEAVY DUTY WITH U. L. LABEL STATING SUCH RATING. NO COOKING OR HEATING PERMITTED WITH THIS APPROVAL. Streets Department permit is required for street closure prior to the start work if applicable. | — | — | C | 19121 |
| Issued Jun 14, 2026 | 760 BROOKLYN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A NEW THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR AND ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE (FOR ROOF ACCESS ONLY). FOR USE MULTIFAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING (SEVEN (7) DWELLING UNITS). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION/PLAN. *SEPARATE ZONING AND DEMOLITION PERMITS REQUIRED FOR DEMOLITION WORK OF EXISTING BUILDINGS* | — | ANTHONY M MASO | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 14, 2026 | 760 BROOKLYN ST | Change of UseVacant | — | ANTHONY M MASO | C | 19104 |