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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 3405 N 19TH ST | ExcavationFOR SITE GRADING AND EXCAVATION WORK ASSOCIATED WITH NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A FOUR (4) STORY MULTI-FAMILY BUILDING (SEE CP-2025-004670) AS PER APPROVED PLANS. WORK TO INCLUDE TEMPORARY EXCAVATION SUPPORT SYSTEM. NO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION APPROVED ON THIS PERMIT. *2018 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION* | — | SD GENERAL CONTRACTOR | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 |
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| PARALLEL ARCHITECTURE STUDIO LLC |
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| 19107 |
| 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 | 1728 WATERLOO ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL EV CHARGER IN PRIVATE GARAGE FOR RESIDENCE NO OTHER WORK BEING DONE-FISHING WIRES | — | JDV ELECTRIC, LLC | 19122 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1711 68TH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationRewire the entire premises. Install all wiring and devices such as receptacles, switches, gfis, smoke alarms, panels, lighting fixtures, and all electrical systems in accordance with the 2017 NEC code. Install a new 200-amp service. | — | MARK REDGUARD | 19126 |
| 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 | 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 | 4612 MILLETT ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2025-007628 | — | PLUMETRIX INC | 19136 |
| 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 | 1935 W BRISTOL ST | AlterationsRemove tub and install a shower. | — | SAM WEXLER PLUMBING INC. | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1601-05 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical fit-out including new 150A panel, equipment circuits, receptacles, lighting, and exit signs and emergency lighting. | — | MMB CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19102 |
| 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 | 4614 MILLETT ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2025-003902 | — | PLUMETRIX INC | 19136 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1919-21 BRANDYWINE 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 | — | The Buildwell Group LLC | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 5914 COTTAGE ST | Addition and/or Alteration (((All work fished))) 100 AMP Service 100 AMP 30 Circuit Panel 100 AMP Service Cable 100 AMP Entrance Cable 100 AMP Meter Socket 100 AMP (2) Rod Grounding System 100 AMP Surge Protector -Install one new 20A circuit for the dryer GFCI and AFCI protection where required | — | LEE OVRUTSKY | 19135 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 122 E HORTTER ST | Minor DemolitionFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING THREE (3) ATTACHED THREE-STORY STRUCTURES TO BE DEMOLISHED BY A COMBINATION OF HAND-HELD AND MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT PER APPROVED PLANS. PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION TO BE IN PLACE PRIOR TO START OF WORK AND TO BE MAINTAINED DURING ALL DEMOLITION ACTIVITIES. *21 DAY POSING AND NOTICE REQUIRED PER A-303.2 IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN PROFESSIONAL PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | JC EXCAVATION SERVICES LLC | C | 19119 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 7355 RUGBY ST | AlterationsReplace 3/4 inch water distribution pipe | — | THOMAS J PARISSE | 19138 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 9910 FRANKFORD AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE ERECTION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY WALL SIGN. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | DMITRY KIPERVAS | C | 19114 |
| 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 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1840 BRUNNER 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 314 W GRANGE AVE | Addition and/or Alteration200 Amp service with new 3 gang meter socket, 3 distribution panels and circuit breakers for an existing duplex with house panel. “Existing service equipment replacement only | — | GERALD D KAEWELL | 19120 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 3527 OAKMONT ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19136 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 12633 BISCAYNE DR | Alterationsreplace traps; fai's and pipe to house | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19154 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 2500 SPRING GARDEN ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE ERECTION OF TWO (2) NON-ILLUMINATED DOUBLE FACED ACCESSORY FREESTANDING SIGNS. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | STEPHANIE RUMER | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 344 N 52ND ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2026-055112 TO REPAIR FRONT PORCH INCLUDING PORCH SIDE WALLS AND BASEMENT DOOR ACCESS AS PER ENGINEER’S REPORT AND APPROVED ENGINEER PLANS. ABUTTING SIDEWALK MUST BE CLOSED WITH FENCING A MINIMUM OF 6’ IN HEIGHT. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRED FOR SIDEWALK CLOSURE. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2026-055112. | — | AMNON T MORRIS | 19139 |