Reading the ledger…
THE INDEX: 161 ▲53 · week of Oct 26 — permits steady, openings soft, deal ledger running hot
Reading the ledger…
The raw feed behind the newsletter. Free tier: the trailing 90 days, 25 rows a page — enforced at the query, not just the pixels.
Reading the record?Get the week's biggest deals, permits, and the LLCs behind them — one free email every Thursday, every number checkable here.
Index Pro — full history, CSV exports, and morning-of alerts. $39/mo, coming soon. Get notified at launch:
New · The distress rolls
39,333 properties owe the city back taxes — 1,734 flagged for sheriff sale.
| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 835 N TAYLOR ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family | — | — | 19130 | |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1600-22 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE RELOCATION OF GRDs AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IMC. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. SEE CP-2026-004513 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. |
Free tool
Want every new-construction permit mapped to corridors, weekly? Get the free Building Report →
| — |
| HUNTER MECHANICAL INC |
| C |
| 19103 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1622-50 ARCH ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.For 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 | — | — | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 255 FARRAGUT ST | Rough-InRough-In Permit for FP-2026-001904 Install new 13R Residential sprinkler system | — | Integrated Fire Solutions LLC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1505 YERKES ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPAIR MAIN DRAIN. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 3243 UNRUH AVE | 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 boiler only, in like and kind, using existing piping/ ductwork in the basement | — | Red Line Construction, LLC | 19149 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1912 BAINBRIDGE ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewiring first floor apartment, with outlets, switches, smoke detectors. Installing new panel 100 amp. | — | DRIJON GJONI | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1829 S 21ST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR PARTIAL DEMOLITION OF THE ONE-STORY REAR PORTION OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON PLANS. REMAINING WALLS OF REAR PORTION TO BECOME FENCE WALLS NOT EXCEEDING 6'-0" IN HEIGHT. | — | ANDREW J ROBINSON | 19145 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 6025 E ROOSEVELT BLVD | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | Karbon Architects, LLC | C | 19149 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 8410 PROSPECT AVE | 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 | — | HYBAR CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 120 S 12TH ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO RESTAURANT. 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 | — | C MAZZONI BROS INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1024 S 6TH ST | New ConstructionERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS TWO FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEO TECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SPRINKLER (13D) WORK. (UNDERPINNNING IS NOT PART OF THIS PERMIT). ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED. BOTH TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY | 2 | D and V Contractors INC | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1122-30 PINE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | On Point Plumbing LLC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1511 GREEN ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING BUILDING TO CREATE 6 DWELLING UNITS. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. 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 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | COLIN JOHNSON | C | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1204-12 LOCUST ST | AlterationsReplace domestic water heater and hot water storage tanks in kind. Repair/replace existing drain pans and expansion tanks for tank-type water heaters where needed. Add drain pans and expansion tanks where missing. • Replace all plumbing fixtures including but not limited to sinks, toilets, tubs/showers. Provide new valves at tubs/showers. Provide 3 piece surrounds. • Remove all remaining garbage disposals. • Replace shutoff valves throughout buildings.• Hydro jet sewer lines to ensure they are | — | On Point Plumbing LLC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 430 MERCY ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the erection of a third-floor addition that includes a roof deck and pilot house above. For interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. | — | DAVID FASONE | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1620 N 2ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-007902 | — | RUSSELL BAYSMORE | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 420 CANTRELL ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | ROGER ROSS PLUMBING-HEATING INC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 5312 GREENE ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior alteration of the existing two story building with basement used as single family dwelling. details per plan. | — | Alpha Construction Group LLC | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 9218 OLD BUSTLETON 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 | — | — | C | 19115 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2655 S 7TH ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Wearing Apparel and Accessories; Retail Sales - Consumer Goods | — | — | C | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1327-31 N 5TH ST | Commercial Make Safe PermitMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH CF-2025-029967 TO INCLUDE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND REPAIRS/REPLACEMENT OF EXTERIOR WALL AND FRAMING PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801. LICENSED PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS NOT ADDRESSED IN APPROVED PLANS | 1 | Bridge One Construction, LLC | C | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 605 N 35TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS & PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUAPNCY TO AN EXISTING TENANT SPACE FOR USE AS A CILDCARE CENTER (E OCCUPANCY), ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. 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. | 2 | Phamily Tree LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1525-29 LOCUST ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall Lighting, branch wiring, fire alarm -2020 NEC,2019 NFPA-72. | — | J.W. Carrigan | C | 19102 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 6049 DELANCEY ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | ANDI VELIU | 19143 |