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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 6808-10 JACKSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF ONE STORY REAR ADDITION AS PART OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. DETAILS AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | — | 19135 | |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 2246 S 70TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace full service including 2 gang meter socket, riser and panel. | — |
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| LOWRY ELECTRIC INC |
| C |
| 19142 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 3327 ALDINE ST | AlterationsInstalling 1 kitchen sink, 1 water closet, 1 lavatory & 1 shower/tub. | — | QQ FIRE CONTRACT INC | 19136 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 8614 DITMAN ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CTs & FAIs. | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19136 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 4401 S BROAD ST | Lot Line RelocationFor the lot line relocation to create two (2) new lot (parcel A and parcel B) from one (1) existing lot. size and location as shown on plan. | — | DILWORTH PAXSON KALISH & KAUFFMAN | C | 19112 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 245 E DURHAM 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 | — | — | 19119 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 2912 S SMEDLEY ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a rear second floor of an existing single family attached structure, size and location as shwon on the plan. | — | TMH ASSOCIATES INC | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 1675 S CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationWiring to (40) refrigerated cases, (9) Evaporator Coils and (2) Compressor Racks as per 2017 NEC and plans. | — | GOLDSMITH ASSOCIATES INC | C | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 836 N 4TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2025-013453 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19123 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 2000 DREER ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries | — | — | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 3562 GLOUCESTER LN | Addition and/or AlterationProvide and install a new 100 amp riser cable, a new 100 amp entrance cable, a new 100 amp Meter Socket, Remove the dish wiring from the utility line to the meter socket and any other unwanted line in that area | — | JIM & SONS ELECTRIC INC | 19114 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 6719 N SMEDLEY 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. 50K BTU heat pump, 2.5 ton AC, ductwork, and 10 diffusers | — | ANDRIUS RATKEVICIUS INC | 19126 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 5700 OXFORD AVE | AlterationsPlumbing per plans Plumbing Permit (Interior) for combo CP-2026-000981 | — | keegan&cunnius plumbing and mechanical | 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 | 210 W WASHINGTON SQ | 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, No work to exterior windows and/or doors as part of this permit. No work to the front facade as part of this permit. | — | — | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jun 5, 2026 | 7147-49 HEGERMAN ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-004291 | — | David Beegle | 19135 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 1412 FRANKFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationWiring to existing 200 amp service panel with 45 lights, 53 outlets, 9 emergency lights, and 15 switches. Hookup kitchen appliance. | — | BENG DING | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 4911 LONGSHORE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF APPLIANCES NOT CONNECTED VIA 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. | — | Hormigon LLC | C | 19135 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 107 OLIVE ST | Change of UseVisitor Accommodations | — | RACHEL FRADKIN | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 654 W RITTENHOUSE ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 6522 DOREL ST | EZ Exterior Window and Door 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 | — | — | C | 19142 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 2604R PENROSE FERRY RD | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo CP-2025-004749 Plumbing per plans | — | MARK 4 PLUMBING | C | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 118 E INDIANA AVE | Sitework with Onsite Utility ServicesFOR A SITEWORK PERMIT AS PER PLANS. | — | JOHN J DOUGHERTY & SON INC | C | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 2105-07 N FRONT ST | New Construction or Additions 6 inch storm 6 inch sewer 1.5 inch domestic | — | PLUMETRIX INC | C | 19122 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 6247 N 21ST ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-004144 | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19138 |