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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 3300 HENRY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR A MECHANICAL SYSTEM UPGRADE TO ACCOMMODATE THE 6TH FLOOR OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 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. ** | — | LONGS HEATING & COOLING INC | C | 19129 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 |
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| 3200-22 ARCH ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationProvide and install 1003 Cat6A plenum cables at 175' average. Provide and install 24 displays.(16 ea. 75" to 98" and 08 ea. 55" to 65") Provide and install 49 card reader locations consisting of 1 cable. Provide and install 55 cameras. All work will be completed per current NEC. No rescue systems work. |
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| LANCONNECT INC |
| C |
| 19104 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 1845 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS TO THE 12TH FLOOR OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE PER APPROVED PLANS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | HUNTER MECHANICAL INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 927 LEAGUE ST | EZ Wall 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 | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 1630 E HEWSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationINTERIOR RENOVATIONS AND FOR THE ERECTION OF ONE STORY ADDITION ABOVE THE EXISTING SECOND FLOOR REAR AS PART OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. DETAILS AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | Subversive Building Services LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 6731 CASTOR AVE | 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. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | M & J MASTER CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19149 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 1827-31 BRANDYWINE ST | SignFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) DOUBLE FACED NON-ILLUMINATED PROJECTING SIGN PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | — | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 1828 WYNNEWOOD RD | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL THE FOLLOWING BY WAY OF FISHING: 6 GFCI, 13 LIGHT SWITCHES, 28 RECEPTACLE OUTLETS, 23 LIGHT FIXTURES, INSTALL SMOKE DETECTORS, INSTALL 200AMP SERVICE, INSTALL WIRING FOR WASHER AND DRYER, INSTALL WIRING FOR HVAC | — | DWIGHT A FRANCIS | 19151 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 5601 N BROAD ST | Change of UseEating and Drinking Establishments - Prepared Food Shop | — | — | C | 19141 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 4272 PARKSIDE AVE | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF APARTMENT BUILDING. 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 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 1442 W CHEW AVE | EZ Wall 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 | — | — | 19141 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 3841 N SYDENHAM ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 323 S 52ND 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 | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 7806 EVA ST | Lot Line RelocationFOR THE RELOCATION OF LOT LINES TO CREATE TWO LOTS (PROPOSED PARCEL A & PROPOSED PARCEL B) FROM TWO EXISTING DEEDED LOTS (7806 EVA ST & 7808 EVA ST). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | WILLIAM J O'BRIEN | C | 19128 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 1210 E SEDGLEY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFrom existing PECO service and distribution panel rewire entire structure to include receptacles, lighting circuits, water heater and HVAC equipment. All work per 2017 NEC. | — | JBEG Development And Contracting LLC | C | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 2672 BRADDOCK ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2025-001695 FOR EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL OF SITE AND INSTALLATION OF RELATED STABILIZATION MEASURES. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. ** SEE BUILDING PERMIT FOR ALL STRUCTURAL WORK ** **PROJECT INCLUDES UNDERPINNING VIA AMENDMENT TO CP-2025-001695 AND INCLUDED IN THIS PERMIT ** | — | TIR EAGHAIN CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 8118 BUSTLETON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall fire alarm system to eye doctor's office. All work to be performed according to the 2017 NEC, 2016 NFPA 72 and per approved plans. | — | B.H. HOLDINGS CORP ( Emergency Response Associates) | C | 19152 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 3401-99 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or Alteration PER The Historical Commission: No exterior work permitted as part of this permit. Install new light fixtures, lighting controls, and receptacles. Install (3) new motor starters for exhaust fans. ALL WORK PER APPROVED PLANS ***NO FIRE ALARM ON THIS PERMIT** | — | Liberty Integrated Solutions, Inc. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 3060 CEDAR 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 | — | — | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 201 REX AVE | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-003293 | 1 | HSC CONSTRUCTION INC | 19118 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 1924 FAIRMOUNT AVE | New ConstructionINSTALL 100 amp temporary service | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 4311 TACONY ST | AlterationsSEAL LATERAL FOR DEMO. | — | GUTLEI INC | 19124 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 1222-24 WALNUT ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR ERECTION OF ONE (1) ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY FLAT WALL SIGN ON EXISTING STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | NEW YORK SIGN COMPANY INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 5711 TULIP ST | AlterationsREPLACE 40 GALLON GAS WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19135 |
| Issued Jun 16, 2026 | 501-35 JACKSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE EXISTING FIRE PUMP COMPLYING WITH NFPA 20. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | TILLEY FIRE EQUIPMENT COMPANY | C | 19148 |