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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 441 MERCY 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. Install 3 ton HVAC system, ductwork, and 10 diffusers | — | AAA FOUNDATION CONSULTING INC. | 19148 | |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 3014 SALMON ST |
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| Addition and/or AlterationReplace all light fixture in kind Replace all switches and outlets Install 12 recess light using existing circuit |
| — |
| OMAR RIVERA |
| 19134 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 1205 S JUNIPER ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 3 way switch, ceiling lighting and outlet for new roof access stairs | — | Summers Quality Services Inc | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 1937 WATKINS ST | Full DemolitionFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF EXISTING BUILDING. | — | ACKRA CONSTRUCTION INC. | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 1 N 30TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Relocate (29) sprinklers for Dunkin Donuts fit-out | — | Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 2281 OREGON AVE | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF FAST FOOD RESTAURANT. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | TANDEM ASSOCIATES INC | C | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 609 HORTTER PL | AlterationsInstallation of 2.5 bathroom, 1 kitchen , 1 dishwasher, water line for refrigerator, hot water heater & 1 laundry | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19119 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 185 W HUNTINGDON 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 furnace only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | Paragon Contractors, LLC | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 3400 CIVIC CENTER BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish & Install Fire Alarm per approved plans | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 1710-12 SANSOM ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY AT 2ND AND 3RD FLOOR TO GROUP R-1 AND GROUP B AND LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE STRUCTURAL WORK, NEW PARTITIONS, FIXTURES, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK *2018 IEBC* | 2 | Drill Bit Renovations LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 2121 CATHARINE ST | Full DemolitionComplete demolition to create vacant lot | — | A2 Design Group LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 4178 NEWHALL ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | Arrow Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, LLC. | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 2107 E SUSQUEHANNA AVE | AlterationsREPLACE 1 kitchen sink, 1 hot water tank, 3 showers/ 3 bathroom sinks, 3 toilets, 1 kitchen sink. | — | DENNIS MCCAUSLAND | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 413 N SICKELS ST | AlterationsReplace house trap, fresh air inlet, regulation vent box, front rainleader, and partial main drain into house. | — | ROBERT KATILAS | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 514 PARKER AVE | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2021-006596 | — | Brandon Shackelford | 19128 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 6247 N 21ST ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-004144 | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19138 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 3601-51 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW HVAC SYSTEMS, ASSOCIATED DUCT WORK, ROOFTOP UNITS, DUCTLESS SYSTEMS, AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION. | — | JWMJ Inc | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 3401 AINSLIE ST | AlterationsSEAL LATERAL FOR DEMO. | — | BILLUPS PLUMBING SOLUTIONS INC | 19129 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 7301 CASTOR AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE RELOCATION OF REGISTERS/ DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | ANGEL HEATING & COOLING INC | C | 19152 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 419 BAINBRIDGE ST | New ConstructionWire new mixed use multi family building per plans with new HT service and data wiring per plans as per 2017 NEC. Install fire alarm as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | FRED DINARDO JR | C | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 245 ROCHELLE AVE | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19128 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 1919 GRIFFITH ST | AlterationsINTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURE ROUGH-IN TO FINISH. | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | 19111 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 2943-45 ALMOND ST | Combined Lot Line Relocation and New DevelopmentFOR THE RELOCATION OF LOT LINES (SUBDIVISION) TO CREATE 2 LOTS (LOT-1 AND LOT-2) FROM 1 EXISTING LOT (2943-45 ALMOND ST). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS. | — | Futuro Construction Inc. | C | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 2500 SPRING GARDEN ST | Temporary Tents and CanopiesASSEMBLY USE TENT - LAWFUL OCCUPANCY SHALL BE AS POSTED - REMOVAL DATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED, UNLESS POWER IS PROVIDED THROUGH EXISTING EXTERIOR GROUND FAULT PROTECTED RECEPTACLES AND POWER CORDS ARE RATED EXTRA HEAVY DUTY WITH U. L. LABEL STATING SUCH RATING. NO COOKING OR HEATING PERMITTED WITH THIS APPROVAL. Streets Department permit is required for street closure prior to the start work if applicable. No stages associated with this tent permit | — | — | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 525-47 ARMSTRONG ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. 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. | 1 | Green Tec LLC | C | 19144 |