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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 4947 W STILES ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of an attach structure for use as six(6) unit multi-family household living. Size and location per plan. | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 1305 CARDEZA 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 |
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| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 2340 S 16TH ST | 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.*** | — | — | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 400 WOLF ST | AlterationsReplace house trap and fresh air inlet. | — | ROTO-ROOTER SERVICE CO. INC. | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 1615 S 15TH ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 325-41 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS WITH NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANY. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. | 1 | TORINO INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 6000 RISING SUN AVE | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics Display1.4 g pryo. All effect shall adhere to the 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code and applicable NFPA referenced standards. These shall include but not limited to NFPA 1126,1123 and NFPA 160. The safe operation of all effects is the responsibility of the shooter. Permit approval is subject to a demo to the assigned Fire Code official. | — | — | C | 19111 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 801 LEMON HILL DR | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLATION OF TEMPORARY PLATFORM STRUCTURE WITH RAMP AND STAIRWAY ACCESS TO INCLUDE TEMPORARY TENT INSTALLATION COMPLYING WITH NFPA 701 FOR RETAIL USE AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND PHC APPROVAL. *2018 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MECHANICAL OR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION** | 1 | ARENA EVENT SERVICES, INC. | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 302-12 N 13TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an addition to an existing structure. Size and location as shown in plans. | — | BOHLER ENGINEERING PA LLC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 6134 CATHARINE 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 | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 120 W ERIE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL I INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING TENANT SPACE . WORK TO INCLUDE THE INSTALLATION OF AUTOMATIC DOORS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN PROFESSIONAL PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK.** SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK.** | — | ELECTRIC GUARD DOG HOLDINGS, LLC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 3917 FOLSOM ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A TWO (2) STORY STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRE | 1 | TURN KEY REALTY LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 179-89 W BERKS ST | Change of UsePersonal Services | — | — | C | 19122 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 2201-05 N AMERICAN ST | Special Event - Short Term COFOR A SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT TO BE HELD AT THE FIRST FLOOR LEVEL OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. EVENTS TO BE HELD FOR THE SPECIFIC DATES INDICATED ON THE PERMIT. **NO WORK APPROVED ON THE PERMIT** | — | — | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 332 LOMBARD ST | Addition and/or Alteration3rd floor unit 3R--replace outlets, switches, and fixture only | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | C | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 2624 OAKFORD 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Install 2 HVAC systems in a 2 family dwelling. Each dwelling will have a 2 ton air handler located in a mechanical closet of each unit, a | — | A & G HEATING AND COOLING LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 1636 ASHURST RD | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19151 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 4619-21 CHESTER AVE | Tank Install/RemovalFOR THE REMOVAL OF TWO (2) 275 GALLON ABOVE GROUND TANK. ALL WORK TO BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS, PENNSYLVANIA D.E.P. REGULATIONS, ALL APPLICABLE CODES, NFPA 30 AND NFPA 31. AMENDMENT: For the removal of a total of four (4) 275-gallon Aboveground Storage Tanks previously containing #2 fuel oil | — | — | C | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 7036 SHERWOOD RD | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. | — | Restoration Specialist Inc | 19151 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 712 FITZWATER ST | New Construction or AdditionsCt fai 3/4” service | — | Gary Thompson | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 2313 MADISON SQ | EZ Exterior Window and Door Replacement**Existing Philadelphia Historic Property** For replacement of existing exterior windows and/or doors in accordance with the attached EZ Permit Windows & Doors Standard. Failure to comply with the attached EZ Permit Windows & Doors Standard shall result in revocation of this permit. Replace window sash's only as per PHC approval . | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 1001-41 WALNUT ST | AlterationsInstall new kitchenette in student lounge | — | HERMAN GOLDNER CO INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 2764 JUDSON ST | Make Safe Permit For RP**MAKE SAFE PERMIT** FOR INTERIOR FRAMING REPAIRS AND RECONSTRUCTION OF A PARTIALLY-COLLAPSED PORTION OF A REAR EXTERIOR WALL TO COMPLY WITH VIOLATION # CF-2026-033964. NOT TO EXCEED SCOPE OF WORK NOTED IN ENGINEER'S REPORT AND SHOWN ON APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE # CF-2026-033964. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE | — | MORHAF A SHIEKYOUSEF | 19132 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 2119 W ERIE AVE | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.EZ INTERIOR NON-LOAD-BEARING WALL DEMOLITION - For the interior demolition on NON-Load-Bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Structural alteration or repair is expressly PROHIBITED under this permit. Prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of fou | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 2148 MASTER ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND 1” COMBINED SERVICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE BUILDING. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19121 |