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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 100 E LEHIGH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationCircuit identification and removal of existing 2x4, 2x2 recessed light fixtures and existing 120V receptacles within the space. Provide and install new LED lighting and lighting controls. Extend existing circuitry to new receptacle locations. Provide new circuits and connections for mechanical HVAC. Provide and install three fire alarm devices, testing, and certification. All work per approved plans NEC 2017 | — | LEX ELECTRIC CO INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 |
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| 3401 CIVIC CENTER BLVD |
| Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 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. |
| — |
| AERDUX INC |
| C |
| 19104 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 1 CITIZENS BANK WAY | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish and install Fire Alarm System to Ballpark Event Tent. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC, 2016 NFPA 72 and per approved plans. | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 2523 E LEHIGH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationReplacing an existing sub-panel on the 2nd floor with a more modern one. Rewiring switches and lights on the 2nd floor to eliminate ungrounded wiring. Wiring an outlet in the 2nd floor bathroom. All wiring will be fished since no walls are open Rewiring switches and lights in the living room and dining room to eliminate ungrounded wiring. Rewiring a few outlets in the living room and foyer that are ungrounded. Installing a 200 amp service to replace the existing 100 amp service. | — | YOUR ELECTRIC NOW INC | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 6438 OGONTZ AVE | AlterationsCurb trap, fresh air inlet & main drain. | — | MARKO TRAVAS | 19126 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 1650 MARKET ST | AlterationsInstall (2) plumbing fixtures, (1) kitchen sink and (1) hot water heater, connecting to existing piping. | — | TKELLY INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 710 N 42ND ST | Minor DemolitionFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED MASONRY AND WOOD THREE-STORY STRUCTURE BY HAND METHODS. ALL PERMITTED DEMOLITION ACTIVITY TO BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED SITE SAFETY DEMOLITION PLAN & SUCH PLAN TO BE MAINTAINED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES IN ACCORDANCE WITH PHILADELPHIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE. COMPLETE SIDEWALK CLOSURE REQUIRED AS REFLECTED ON APPROVED SITE PLAN AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE IBC. SEPARATE STREET CLOSURE PERMIT REQUIRED PRIOR TO START OF WORK. ANY DEVIATI | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 2400 E VENANGO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2022-011316 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 5420 LOCUST 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. 90K BTU furnace, 3 1/2 ton AC, ductwork, and 12 registers | — | RICHARD NELSON | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 5848 LUDLOW 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 | — | Real Value Management LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 1829 N BAILEY 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 | — | SimpliVest LLC | 19121 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 9125 MARSHALL ST | AlterationsINSTALL 3/4" BACKFLOW DEVICE. | — | A&V MECHANICAL SERVICES INC | C | 19114 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 2781 ROBERTS AVE | Addition and/or AlterationProvide and install automatic fire alarm system throughout 1st& 2nd fl as per NFPA 72 2016 and approved plans " Famous 4th street cookies " | — | FIDELITY BURGLAR & FIRE ALARM | C | 19129 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 821-23 HARTEL AVE | AlterationsINSTALL/REPAIR/REPLACE CTs & FAIs | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19111 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 2107 CHELTEN AVE | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an attached structure. Size and location as shown in plan. | — | PARALLEL ARCHITECTURE STUDIO LLC | C | 19138 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 808 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2025-006095 | — | Wei Chen | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 2901 PRINCETON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish and install new lighting fixtures and associated hardware. Power to new rooftop units are included. No new fire alarm devices. Power to new fence. | — | PALMAN ELECTRIC INC | C | 19149 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 1614 RITNER ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries | — | Futuro Construction Inc. | C | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 1511 S 20TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF TWO (2) STORY BUILDING FOR THE USE OF SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. | 1 | TURN KEY REALTY LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 5161 OGDEN ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 836 N 4TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2025-013453 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19123 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 1023 S CLEVELAND ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 5 CRESCENT DR | AlterationsInstall 3- sinks to include necessary piping as per plans. | — | ELC HOLDING COMPANY | C | 19112 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 701-65 E WESTMORELAND ST | Commercial Make Safe PermitMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH UNSAFE VIOLATION 616874 TO INCLUDE STRUCTURAL REPAIRS TO ROOF PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801. LICENSED PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. | 1 | Shaconda McKendrick | C | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 5 CRESCENT DR | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR A ECHANICAL SYSTEM UPGRADE TO ACCOMMODATE AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. WORK TO INCLUDE THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 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. | — | ELC HOLDING COMPANY | C | 19112 |