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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1648-52 E PASSYUNK AVE | Rough-InRough-In Permit for FP-2026-001147 MK FIRE PROTECTION TO INSTALL NEW FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT | — | MK FIRE PROTECTION & SUPPLY, LLC | C | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 4800 SPRINGFIELD AVE | AlterationsInstall drain and water line to kitchen sink install icemaker to fridge trim out with dishwasher and disposal. |
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| BRIAN ECKENRODE |
| 19143 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 762 N 23RD ST | AlterationsREPLACE CURB TRAP, MAIN DRAIN, FAI | — | ROBERT GOODMAN INC | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 701 W LYCOMING ST | AlterationsINSTALL/REPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI CONNECTING TO EXISTING MAIN DRAIN. | — | AQUA PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 2437 N NEWKIRK ST | AlterationsSEAL LATERAL FOR DEMO. | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19132 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 5833 FERNWOOD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR ALTERATIONS TO THE BASEMENT OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | BF HOMES LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 800 ADMIRALS WAY | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of an EVC System to a single family or two-family dwelling with existing onsite parking | — | CHELSVIG ELECTRIC INC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 2018-32 WALNUT 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. Combing units 21E and 21F into (1) dwelling unit, requiring the relocation of 20 existing sprinkler heads, per NFPA 13 | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 4400 MARKET ST | New ConstructionINSTALL 2000 AMP ELECTRICAL SERVICE AND METER PACKS WITH PROPER GROUNDING AND BONDING. INSTALL SUBPANELS FOR 84 DWELLING UNITS. INSTALL WIRING, LIGHTING, SWITCHES AND RECEPTACLE OUTLETS. INSTALL TELECOMMUNICATION WIRING. INSTALL INTERCONNECTED SMOKE AND CO ALARMS. INSTALL FIRE ALARM SYSTEM . ALL WORK TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO THE 2017 NEC, 2016 NFPA 72 AND PER PLANS. | — | ORENS BROTHERS INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 21 E MOUNT PLEASANT AVE | 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 | — | — | 19119 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1614 S FRANKLIN ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Ryan Hughes | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 2843 N 28TH ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE REAR YARD DRAIN OUTSIDE. | — | CPR PLUMBING INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 4739 SHELMIRE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall dedicated circuits throughout property Install recessed lighting throughout property Install appliance circuits throughout property Install GFCI receptacles where required Install 100 AMP electrical service Rewire property | — | SG Electric LLC | 19136 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 2116 ELLSWORTH ST | AlterationsSewer line repair. | — | MARKO TRAVAS | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1518 S CLARION ST | Addition and/or Alterationremodel of 2nd fl bathroom, replacement of fixtures, installation of 3 switches, 1 outlet, 2 recessed lights, 1 ventilation fan, 2 wall sconces | — | Camelot Contracting LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 2421 N DOUGLAS ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2025-088900. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. For 2421 N. Douglas - (2) stucco c/w 2419, 2423 N. Douglas. For 2424 N. Douglas - (1) stucco c/w 2426 N. Douglas. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed on 2421, 2424 N. Douglas. 4' corral fence across front of 2421, 2422 and 2424 N. Douglas. | — | FRANCIS HENRIQUEZ | 19132 |
| 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 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1626 S FRONT ST | AlterationsExcavate sidewalk to replace one section of pipe along with curb trap, fresh air vent and vent box. Removal clean-out to grade. Back-fill to grade | — | JOSEPH GIANNONE | 19148 |
| 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 | 3526 KENSINGTON AVE | AlterationsSpot repair on sewer line in the front yard of the property. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 2227 PANAMA ST | Solar Panels and StructureInstallation of roof top solar panels, details per plan. | — | — | 19103 |
| 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 | 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 | 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 | 2018-32 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationTotal rewire. Installing new receptacles, switches, lighting, smoke detectors using nonmetallic Romex cable throughout the apartment. Two apartment units getting converted into one unit. | — | marquis henderson | C | 19103 |