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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 708 SOLLY AVE | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A NEW DETACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR AND REAR SUN DECK ACCESS FROM REAR FIRST FLOOR. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | FIALCO PROPERTIES INC | 19111 | |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 4401 HOLDEN ST | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF 3 STORY MULTI UNIT BUILDING. EACH UNIT WILL BE PROVIDED WITH ITS OWN MAIN DRAIN, CURB TRAP, AND FRESH AIR INLETS CONNECTING TO PRIVATE INFRASTRUCTURE. ONE DOMESTIC WATER DISTRIBUTION LINE WILL BE PROVIDED TO THE ENTIRE BUILDING WITH EACH UNIT HAVING ITS OWN MAIN SHUT OFF. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE |
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| CARSO CONSTRUCTION LLC |
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| 19104 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 4801 WOODLAND AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING TENANT SPACE FOR USE AS GROUP CHILD CARE (GROUP E, 12 CHILDREN MAX), ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY 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. | 4 | 4041 CORPORATION | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 1813 REED 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 320 S 44TH ST | AlterationsCurb trap, fresh air inlet & main drain. | — | QQ FIRE CONTRACT INC | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 325-41 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR 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 AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IMC. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | LOR-MAR MECHANICAL SERVICES LLC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 2447 PALETHORP ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE TO INCLUDE A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | Alpha Construction Group LLC | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 1514 MANTON ST | Alterations Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace building drain, curb trap and FAI | — | Panos Master Plumbing LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 7156 TORRESDALE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2026-003354 | — | A&A contractors pride INC | C | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 2946 CAMBRIDGE ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementEZ PERMIT RE-ROOFING- For the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 1432 N 4TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior renovation and structural repair and facade restoration of an existing single family structure, details per plan. Work includes structural reinforcement of existing floor joists, installation of structural post and anchor assembly, replacement of damaged framing members and subfloor where shown, and repair/ replacement of deteriorated exterior masonry. no change in building use, occupancy, footprint or floor area | — | I&O INNOVATIONS LLC | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 2600-24 W THOMPSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall telecommunications wiring and associated low-voltage cabling for the Public School Building. Work includes the installation of raceways, cables, outlet boxes, patch panels, communication outlets, equipment connections, and associated telecommunications devices, together with all required supports necessary for a complete and operational telecommunications system. All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2017 NEC and per executed contract. | — | ISLAND COMPUTER PRODUCTS, INC | C | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 2300 BRYN MAWR AVE | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-094700. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. No stucco. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. No fencing. | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 710 SOLLY AVE | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A NEW DETACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR AND REAR SUN DECK ACCESS FROM REAR FIRST FLOOR. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | FIALCO PROPERTIES INC | 19111 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 902 S 47TH 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 Sep 2, 2026 | 1513 S 2ND ST | Addition and/or Alterationinterior renovations only of an existing single family attached structure, details per plan. | — | William Klotz | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 6343 JACKSON 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 | — | — | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 2027-35 LOCUST ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE REPAIR / REPLACEMENT AND SHORING OF DETERIORATED BALCONIES TO AN EXISTING HIGH-RISE STRUCTURE TO INCLUDE COVER WALKWAY / STREET CLOSURE REQUIRED FOR PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. **************************SEPARATE PERMITS FOR ANY OTHER WORK. ********************************** | 1 | CRI RESTORATION INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 623 W GIRARD AVE | New ConstructionNEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE (3) STORY BUILDING WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS A SHELL COMMERCIAL SPACE (USE REGISTRATION & FIT-OUT PERMITS REQUIRED PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY) AND TWO (2) DWELLING UNITS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13. *2021 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR EXCAVATION, MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 2 | KORABI LLC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 2144 HOMER 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. Replace existing boiler only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | MARTIN BEAN RENOVATION & ASSOCIATES INCORPORATED | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 1651 GRANT AVE | SignFOR THE ERECTION OF FIVE (5) STATIC INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY WALL SIGNS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK. SEE ZP-2026-007347 FOR ZONING APPROVAL. | — | — | C | 19115 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 5400-18 PASCHALL AVE | Change of UseVehicle Paint Finishing Shop. | — | — | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 3000 REDNER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, REPLACEMENT OF MATERIALS, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP WORK. | 1 | CALLISTO ENERGY MANAGEMENT CORPORATION | C | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 1, 2026 | 337 N FRONT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY AND LEVEL III ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, 2-HR FLOOR/CEILING ASSEMBLIES AND DWELLING UNIT SEPARATIONS, FIXTURES, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES, ERECTION OF FIRE ESCAPE, AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13 WITH TWO (2) FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTIONS (ON FRONT ST AND WATER ST). SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION. *2021 IEBC* *SEE BBS VARIANCE UNDER MI-2026-004184* | 3 | William Klotz | C | 19106 |
| Issued Sep 1, 2026 | 3001 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE CREATION OF ACCESSORY STORAGE SPACES AT LEVEL 2 AND 3 AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 1 | HUNTER ROBERTS HOLDINGS LLC | C | 19104 |