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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 3200-60 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL I ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING ASSEMBLY (A-1, THEATER) SPACE. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE LIGHTING UPGRADES, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND RELATED IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. 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. | 1 | CLEMENS CONSTRUCTION CO INC.. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 |
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| 422 SEVILLE ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationInstall (1) 60A dedicated circuit to power Ev charger. all wires fished, all work done to current NEC. |
| — |
| Rewire Energy Solutions |
| 19128 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 901S MARKET ST | SignInstall one (1) statically LED-lit accessory wall sign at the storefront of the business. Size and Location as shown on the plan. Separate permit required for electric. | — | — | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 1704 ELSTON ST | AlterationsReplace area drain, rain leader and soil pipe in basement. | — | BURKE PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19126 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 2256 N 20TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION, GROUP R-3 TO GROUP R-3) TO CREATE A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING WITHIN AN EXISTING TWO (2) STORY BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | SAB CONSTRUCTION & MANAGEMENT | 19132 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 8006 HORROCKS ST | Addition and/or AlterationService Panel and Breaker box changed to a 200 amp 3 phase service. | — | GEORGE F CASSIDY | C | 19152 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 5237 CEDAR AVE | AlterationsInstall rough in plumbing and finish plumbing for 2 bathrooms and 2 kitchens. | — | KLEIN & COMPANY PLUMBING INC | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 3601 S BROAD ST | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics DisplayAll 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 | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 4601 MARKET ST | AlterationsCut and cap existing domestic water lines serving (1) sink | — | LOR-MAR MECHANICAL SERVICES LLC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 1451 S 53RD ST | AlterationsReplacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 878 N TAYLOR ST | Addition and/or Alteration***NEC 2017 FISHING ONLY*** 100a Service Replacement, 30 ckt panel, meter socket, grounding and bonding, surge protection device, circuit for water heater, GFCI receptacle for laundry | — | GENERATION 3 ELECTRIC INC | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 912 COTTMAN AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR ERECTION OF ONE (1) ILLUMINATED FLAT WALL SIGN AND ONE AWNING SIGN ON EXISTING STRUCTURE SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | RUTH E BROWN | C | 19111 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 710 N 43RD ST | AlterationsSEAL LATERAL FOR DEMO. | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 1036-66 N FRONT ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLATION OF PRE-FABRICATED STORAGE/UTILITY STRUCTURE FOR AN EXISTING ACTIVE RECREATION USE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2018 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MECHANICAL OR ELECTRICAL WORK** | 1 | Royal t expediting & plumbing LLC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 2307 NAUDAIN ST | AlterationsNew interior plumbing for one kitchen and two-piece bathroom. Three fixtures total. | — | THOMAS D. LEPORE | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 605 W OLNEY AVE | AlterationsHT and FAI replacement | — | JOSE RODRIGUEZ | 19120 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 1826 N ETTING ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19121 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 7907 GILBERT ST | AlterationsReplacing 30 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19150 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 5800 N MARVINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationJCI will supply, install, program, test, and commission a Hardwired intrusion system using a Honeywell Vista 20 series panel. All existing field devices will be replaced, but existing wiring may be reused where feasible. This option provides a cost effective, conventional IDS alternative. Exterior doors will receive overhead door contacts to resolve door gap issues. Interior doors will receive new surface contacts. All motion and glass breaks will be replaced. Headend: System includes a Honeywe | — | JOHNSON CONTROLS US HOLDINGS INC | C | 19141 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 2000 LEAGUE ISLAND BLVD | Full Demolitioncomplete demolition to create vacant lot | — | BENCARDINO EXCAVATING INC | C | 19112 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 2002 SPRING GARDEN 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. | — | Sanks Mechanical | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 5401 W MONTGOMERY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- 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/ | — | DONALD THOMPSON | 19131 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 1717-19 MOUNT VERNON ST | New Construction or AdditionsRough and finish work for 9 apartments, 9 kitchens, 9 water heaters, 24 toilets, 28 lavatories, 9 washer boxes, 9 kitchen sink, 19 tub/showers, 9 hub drains. All materials will be pvc and pex inside of building. Installation of new 6" storm and sanitary sewer lines, 6" curb traps, 4" fresh air inlet. Installation of new 2" domestic water service and 2" fire service lines. Exterior plumbing will be cast iron and copper. | — | STEPHEN LAWLESS | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 126-30 N 10TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 400A service (service switch is to be labeled & numbered) , Install all lighting , receptacles ,equipment hook-ups ,fire alarm . ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2017 NFPA-72. | — | Rameses Lee | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 8, 2026 | 759 S 17TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A VERTICAL REAR ADDITION TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED BUILDING. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | CMX Construction | 19146 |