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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
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| 130 W CHAMPLOST AVE |
| AlterationsCurb trap repair |
| — |
| Reliant Utilities LLC |
| 19120 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 6854 SYLVESTER ST | AlterationsREPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE, CURB TRAP AND FRESH AIR INLET | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19149 |
| 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 | 457 HANSBERRY ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | Christopher kyle Scott peters | 19144 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 1216 W YORK ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED 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 REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | Renato Rizaj | C | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 6523 FRANKFORD AVE | Change of UseRetail Sales - Wearing Apparel and Accessories | — | — | C | 19135 |
| 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 | 4101 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE SIXTH FLOOR LEVEL WITH EXISTING 6” FIRE SERVICE AND 6" BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 5648 RIDGEWOOD 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 11, 2026 | 1102 E SHARPNACK ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of new 100 amp electrical service | — | MATTHEW DiSANTIS | 19150 |
| 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 | 7537 GREENHILL RD | 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 furnace and AC only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | TRI STATE BUILDING CORPORATION | 19151 |
| 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 | 830 BENSON ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19111 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 2424 N DOUGLAS ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for 629791. 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 | 9744 MOREFIELD PL | 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.*** | — | — | 19115 |
| Issued Jun 11, 2026 | 4723 SHELDON ST | Party Wall ProtectionFor 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 | — | — | 19127 |
| 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 | 2443 N NEWKIRK ST | AlterationsSEAL LATERAL FOR DEMO. | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19132 |
| 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 | 2165 BENSON ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | Hartmann and Sons Water and Sewer PA, Inc | 19152 |
| 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 | 2227 PANAMA ST | Solar Panels and StructureInstallation of roof top solar panels, details per plan. | — | — | 19103 |
| 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 |