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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 352 S 4TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | The Buildwell Group LLC | 19106 | |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 502 WOOD ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE SIX (6) INCH MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A SIX (6) INCH WILKINS 350 BACK FLOW PREVENTER ASSEMBLY, PEERLESS FIRE-PUMP AND TWO (2) STANDPIPES INTERCONNECTED IN EXIT STAIRWAYS IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 14. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START |
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| TDK Enterprises Inc. / ARK Protective Services |
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| 19106 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 501-35 MARKET ST | Addition and/or Alterationhook up portable twin 500kw generator as per NEC and provide stand by electrician for temporary power for MLB red Carpet Show for media trailer and broadcast tent as well as portable power outlets at various locations along red carpet. this is for MLB player arrivals and Interviews. this is for July 13 and July 14 before all-star game | — | MICHAEL GITLIN | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 229-37 N 4TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS WITH NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING WORK. | 1 | WOLFE SCOTT ASSOCIATES, INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 326 SPRUCE ST | EZ Exterior Window and Door ReplacementFor the replacement of exterior windows and doors as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. Window and door replacement first floor level on the rear of the property. No work to front of building as per PHC approval. | — | — | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 210 LOCUST ST | Addition and/or AlterationRemodel of Primary bathroom. New lighting, relocate existing wiring. | — | Wattmeister Electric Llc | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 706 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall one heating fan unit in wall, one lighting fixture and one switch | — | ANTHONY FRANKLIN | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 109-13 N ORIANNA ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE EXTENSION OF AN EXISTING AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SPRINKLER SYSTEM TO INCLUDE (41) SPRINKLER HEADS WITH A BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13R. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 325-41 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall power, receptacles, lighting as per approved drawings -2017 nec. **NO FIRE ALARM ON THIS PERMIT** -NOTED: TAMPER RESISTANT RECEPTS AS SHOWN ON DRAWINGS- | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 623-25 PINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-003923 | — | ATB ELECTRIC INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 210 LOCUST ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | S & S HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 325-41 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. 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. | — | LOR-MAR MECHANICAL SERVICES LLC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 8 SAINT JAMES CT | Addition and/or AlterationRun new wire for outlets and switches on top floor (master bedroom, closet and master bathroom) Run new wire for spotlights on the top floor( master bedroom, closet and master bathroom) Run new wire for outlets and switches on main floor (living room and kitchen) Run new wire on the main floor (kitchen) Run new wire in the kitchen pantry (main Floor) run new wire for spotlights in guest bathroom (main floor) Run new wire in the closet (main Floor) Run new wire for spotlights in the mudroom (1st | — | TJT ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 114 CHESTNUT ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) NON-ILLUMINATED WALL SIGN ON AN AWNING. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | NEW YORK SIGN COMPANY INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 241 S 4TH ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. As per PHC approval | — | — | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 399 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall one 400 amp and two 125 amp subpanels for a fit out of a daycare center. Total rewire through out and install lighting, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting and receptacle outlets. Install branch circuits to supply power to HVAC equipment and appliances. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | TJT ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 700-14 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall one (1) 400-amp subpanel from the existing electrical service, including all required feeders and overcurrent protection. From the new subpanel, install dedicated branch circuits to supply power for six (6) Level 2 electric vehicle (EV) chargers located in the parking lot. Provide all required conduit, conductors, disconnecting means and protective bollards. All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | SHELLY ELECTRIC CO INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 200 W WASHINGTON SQ | Shelter/PlatformSHELTER PLATFORM PERMIT- Erection of sidewalk shelter platform 100 l.f. on Walnut St. with the deck at 300 P.S.I. each as per Engineered Plans. Streets Department permit is required for sidewalk closure prior to the start work. SR-2026-034855 | — | — | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 433-41 CHESTNUT ST | Shelter/Platform- Erection of a sidewalk shelter platform as per Engineered Plans. Streets Department permit is required for sidewalk closure prior to the start work. The scaffold should be secured to the sidewalk and not to the building. | — | — | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 400-22 PINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO EIGHT LARGE COLUMNS ON THE PORTICO ON PINE STREET TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE TO INCLUDE THE REPAIR AND CLEANING OF COLUMNS, REMOVE LOOSE PAINT, ERECTION OF SCAFFOLD, NETTING AND REPAINT COLUMNS. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ********************************SEPARATE PERMITS FOR ANY OTHER WORK. ********************************** | 1 | Heritage Conservation Collective LLC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 109-13 N ORIANNA ST | Rough-InRough-In Permit for FP-2026-001387 SUPPLY AND INSTALL ALL REQUIRED SPRINKLERS, PIPING, HANGERS AND FITTINGS PER NFPA 13R | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 113 BREAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationRemodel of bathroom in 8th fl apt, replacement of fixtures, installation of 3 switches, 2 outlets, 1 recessed light, 1 ventilation fan, 2 light sconces | — | Camelot Contracting LLC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 623-25 PINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL I INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ) TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. FOR RESTROOM UPDATES ON THE FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR LEVEL OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. STRUTURAL WORK TO BE INCLUDED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2018**EXISTING BUILDING IS NOT SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | PINEMAR, INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 20-22 N 3RD ST | Addition and/or AlterationTotal rewire of tenant space, including wiring, lighting, lighting control, receptacle outlets, exit signs, emergency lighting, equipment and fixtures for a tenant space. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | XCELLCABLE INSTALLATION INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 122-24 ARCH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsTO INSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT AND 1ST FLOOR TO INCLUDE FOUR (4) INCH MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 4" AMES 2000SS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AND FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NFPA 13R AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM FOR THE REMAINING PORTION OF THE BUILDING, AND FIRE SYSTEM TO INCLUDE THE INSTALLATION OF CLASS I WET STANDPIPE IN EXIT STAIRWAYS COMPLYING WITH NFPA 14. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/ HYDRAULIC CALCUL | — | Precision Sprinkler Services, Inc | C | 19106 |