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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 2421 N 50TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFish wiring. Apply first coat of spackle. Finish spackle and paint not included and by homeowner. 200-amp Service Upgrade - Shut down power at the panel and remove the meter. - Disconnect taps and remove 100-amp service cable, meter socket. - Remove service cable from 100-amp main breaker panel. - Remove the 100-amp main breaker panel. - Supply and install 200-amp service cable, PVC weather head strap securely to the building to the new meter socket. - Supply and install a 200-amp aerial-fed me | — | Ace Hardware Home Services | 19131 | |
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| Issued Jun 4, 2026 |
| 107 OLIVE ST |
| Change of UseVisitor Accommodations |
| — |
| RACHEL FRADKIN |
| C |
| 19123 |
| 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 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 2115 N 17TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation Of 200 AMP Service | — | XCELLCABLE INSTALLATION INC | 19121 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 220-60 S 33RD ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall new panel LR116C from existing panel LR116, receptacles, lighting, lighting control, and power for HVAC as per 2017 NEC. Excludes fire alarm. | — | PALMAN ELECTRIC INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 1521 DICKINSON ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementEZ PERMIT RE-ROOFING- For the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Exiting Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Streets Department Permit is required for any sidewalk and street closures. SHEATHING MUST COMPLY WITH STANDARD AND NOT EXCEED ALLOWABLE AMOUNT OR NEED A NEW PERMIT WITH PLANS. | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 654 W RITTENHOUSE ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 3242 S SYDENHAM ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19145 |
| 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 | 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 | 836 N 4TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-000138 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19123 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 1646 N DOVER 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 | — | — | 19121 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 1834 S TAYLOR ST | AlterationsNew interior permit for 5 fixtures. | — | THOMAS D. LEPORE | 19145 |
| 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 | 8500 ESSINGTON AVE | SignFOR THE REFACING OF EXISTING SIGNS; ONE(1) FLAT WALL SIGN AND ONE (1) PROJECTING SIGN **WORK TO BE COMPLETED PER APPROVED PLANS** | — | — | C | 19153 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 4115-31 TIMBER LN | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ROOF-MOUNTED SOLAR COLLECTORS 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 TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL ELECTRICAL WORK.*** | — | — | 19129 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 2140 N 27TH ST | AlterationsRepair sewer line in front yard of property near foundation wall. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19121 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 1207 N 58TH 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 piping/ ductwork | — | Paragon Contractors, LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 441 MERCY ST | AlterationsTo install fixtures and pipes: 1 Lavatory, 1 water closet, 1 shower/tub, 1 kitchen sink, 1 laundry sink, 1 hose bibs, 1 water heater, &1 storm drain To replace interior house drain & stack. | — | KEN CHAN | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 112 W DURHAM ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19119 |
| 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 | 1666 DOUNTON ST | AlterationsREPPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE. | — | Hartmann and Sons Water and Sewer PA, Inc | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 645 W SEDGWICK 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 4, 2026 | 925 S 11TH ST | EZ Wall 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 | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 4, 2026 | 1537 N 11TH 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 | — | — | 19122 |