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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 205 W WISHART ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO RESOLVE CASE VIOLATION #CF-2024-000002 TO REPAIR DAMAGE CAUSED BY FIRE- FRACTURED FRONT WALL, SECOND FLOOR FRONT BAY AND SECOND FLOOR FRONT JOISTS AS PER THE ENGINEER'S REPORT AND APPROVED ENGINEER PLANS. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2024-000002. “IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A S | — | David Marchorro Ramos | 19133 | |
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| Issued Jun 11, 2026 |
| 2165 BENSON ST |
| AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. |
| — |
| Hartmann and Sons Water and Sewer PA, Inc |
| 19152 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 916 CARVER ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI & PARTIAL MD. | — | Hartmann and Sons Water and Sewer PA, Inc | 19124 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1809 DICKINSON 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 | — | Ryan Hughes | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 5000 OXFORD AVE | Addition and/or Alterationreplace lights and receptacles as per submitted drawings PER APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC. | — | LCN PARTNERS, INC. | C | 19124 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1817 S 57TH ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Hartmann and Sons Water and Sewer PA, Inc | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 3609 ESSEX LN | Addition and/or AlterationComplete grounding and bonding for existing 100-amp electrical panel. Complete grounding for the water heater. Verify correct grounding for recessed lighting throughout the basement and first floor. Verify correct grounding for new receptacles throughout | — | S W GROUP INC/STANLEY R WATSON | 19114 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 2906 KNORR ST | AlterationsWater Service | — | Eric Slifkin | 19149 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1916 ORTHODOX ST | Alterationsreplace curb trap & fai | — | Arrow Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, LLC. | 19124 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 112 S 59TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of 13 Roof Mounted Solar Panels - 5.590 kW DC - Installation in accordance with Attached EZ Standard | — | SunnyMac LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 6523 FRANKFORD AVE | Change of UseRetail Sales - Wearing Apparel and Accessories | — | — | C | 19135 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 4612 MILLETT ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2025-007628 | — | PLUMETRIX INC | 19136 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 5801 RIDGE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR INSTALLATION OF HVAC DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | SCHORN CONSTRUCTION CO INC | C | 19128 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1 CITIZENS BANK WAY | 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 | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 2000 N 17TH 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. Replacing existing HVAC unit only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | Oral S Johnson | 19121 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 607R W GRAVERS LN | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical installation for pool & cover GM Permit : GM-2026-002990 | — | Mirarchi Electric Inc. | 19118 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 617 W SEDGWICK ST | 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 11, 2026 | 15169 BEVERLY DR | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ROOF-MOUNTED SOLAR COLLECTORS IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. 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 ELECTRICAL WORK.*** | — | — | 19116 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1930 S HICKS ST | Addition and/or AlterationAll wiring will be fished. Rewire the 2nd floor rear, middle and front bedrooms, hallway, 1st floor closet, living room, kitchen, basement. replace the 100-amp panel and install new grounding | — | JIM & SONS ELECTRIC INC | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 3930 BROWN ST | New Construction or AdditionsINSTALL SANITARY AND STORM CTs, FAIs, MDs & 1" WATER LINE. | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 2713 E VENANGO ST | AlterationsReplace 3/4" water service | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 12633 BISCAYNE DR | Alterationsreplace traps; fai's and pipe to house | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19154 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 6673 GERMANTOWN AVE | Change of UseMedical, Dental, and Health Practitioner - Group Medical, Dental, and Health Practitioner | — | Philly Office Retail LLC | C | 19119 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 762 N 23RD ST | AlterationsREPLACE CURB TRAP, MAIN DRAIN, FAI | — | ROBERT GOODMAN INC | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 5448 W MONTGOMERY AVE | Addition and/or Alteration(((All work fished))) 200 AMP Service Install - 200 AMP 40 Circuit Panel 200 AMP Service Cable (30 feet) 200 AMP Entrance Cable 200 AMP Meter Socket 200 AMP backing board 200 AMP (2) Rod Grounding System 200 AMP Surge Protector 100 AMP sub panel Rewire the dryer with a double pole 30A circuit Install one 4 prong cord and outlet for the dryer Replace one outlet with a GFCI for the washer Ground the panel to the water meter (45 feet) Permit and inspection | — | LEE OVRUTSKY | 19131 |