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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 2129 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationPer the Historical Commission: Review by PHC staff of images of all new proposed exterior lighting fixtures, along with images of their exact proposed placement on the building required for final approval. Images can be sent to Alex Till, Historic Preservation Planner, alexander.till@phila.gov Furnish & install one new 60A Panel. Install new lighting. Furnish & install new wiring devices s. Furnish & install new FA devices. All work per approved plans | — | SHELLY ELECTRIC CO INC | C | 19103 |
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| Issued Aug 24, 2026 |
| 5348 MAGNOLIA ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationWire 2 room addition as per 2020 NEC code. |
| — |
| B8 Construction LLC |
| 19144 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 4312 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationEquipment replacement in kind: replace 200A overhead service drop, service disconnect, and apartment feeder breaker enclosures. All wires exterior/exposed or fished in existing walls | — | Switchcraft, LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 2301 FAIRMOUNT AVE | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-003976 | — | E K MULTISERVICE LLC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 1822 CHESTNUT ST | SignFOR THE ERECTION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED WALL SIGN, CHANNEL LETTER, MOUNTED TO A SIGN CABINET, (36” H X 156” W X 4” D), ACCESSORY TO A SIT-DOWN RESTAURANT. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE PLAN. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRIC. | — | — | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 1832 GERMANTOWN AVE | New ConstructionInstall (2) 1200a, 3ph 208v Meter modules, Install 600a, House Service, 400a Commercial service, 300a Fire Pump Service. Install all wiring throughout (89) apartments & common areas. Install Rath System, Door Holders & tv wiring .ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72 -NOTED : FIRE PUMP CONDUCTORS RUN UNDERSLAB,HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERABLE PARTS FOR TYPE-A UNITS. | — | Baldwin Electrical Construction LLc | C | 19122 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 1901-19 E YORK ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo CP-2026-002640 | — | BARRYMORE RICHARDS | C | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 3943 MOUNT VERNON ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-A CONSTRUCTION WITH CELLAR, ROOF DECK, AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR USE AS THREE (3) DWELLING UNITS (GROUP R-2). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IBC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. SEE SR-2026-034407 FOR ASSOCIATED STREETS DEPARTMENT APPROVAL. **EXCAVATION NOT TO EXCEED 5'-0" BELOW GRADE.** | 3 | INSPO Development Group LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 1650 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO THE 18TH, 19TH, AND 20TH FLOORS IN AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. FOR USE AS A BUSINESS OCCUPANCY. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE SELECTIVE DEMOLITION OF EXISTING PARTITION AND THE ERECTION OF NEW PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS, AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED. **ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. ** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN PROFESSIONAL PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. *******************SEPARATE | 1 | STRUCTURE TONE LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 1134 SANSOM ST | AlterationsInstall 5- floor drains; 1- lavatory; 1- water closet; 8- floor sinks(other); 1- mop sink(other); 1- water heater | — | Apex Mechanical Inc | C | 19107 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 1026-36 FAIRMOUNT AVE | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-008176 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19123 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 1601-07 W GIRARD AVE | Rough-InRough-In Permit for FP-2026-001594 Install new auto wet sprinkler system throughout per NFPA 13R | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 7228 PASCHALL AVE | Addition and/or AlterationREWIRE HOUSE THROUGHOUT WITH RECEPTACLES, SWITCHES AND LIGHTING. ALL NEW CIRCUITS WILL GO TO THE EXISTING 100 AMP SERVICE. INSTALL 120 VOLT HARDWIRE SMOKE & C/O DETECTORS AS PER THE 2020 NEC. | — | GERALD D KAEWELL | 19142 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 5202 LEBANON AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing MD, CT, FAI | — | Hartmann and Sons Water and Sewer PA, Inc | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 2115-19 SPRING GARDEN ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A FOUR (4) STORY STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-A CONSTRUCTION WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE (ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE NOT TO EXCEED 10'-0" HEIGHT, NOT TO EXCEED 125 SQUARE FEET, AND FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY). FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3) WITH TWO (2) INTERIOR PARKING SPACES. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED WITH A MINIMUM OF A NFPA 13R AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IBC. SEPARATE PERMITS R | 1 | Moonrise Construction LLC | 19130 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 3600 SPRING GARDEN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | Ben Manis Plumbing LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 123 CHURCH ST | Addition and/or AlterationThe work entails an interior renovation of an existing fully-sprinklered 4-story single family townhouse. Interior non-structural partitions, finishes, electrical and plumbing fixtures are to be revised, removed and replaced. Sprinkler to remain in place, with minimal adjustments to accommodate revised ceiling layouts. Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing work and Sprinkler revisions to be permitted separately by respective contractors. details as shown in the plans. | — | OSBORNE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT | 19106 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 2327-83 COTTMAN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL II ALTERATIONS (INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR) TO CREATE A SHELL TENANT SPACE 5 IN AN EXISTING SHOPPING CENTER AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP OR FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 1 | MILEX CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19149 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 2301 S PERCY 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 | — | — | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 729 S 17TH ST | Addition and/or Alterations EZ 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 (2) HVAC systems. Each system will have a 92% 60K BTU furnace, 24K BTU AC, new ductwork, and 6 diffusers (12 total) | — | PINHAS MALKA | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 2805 ANGUS RD | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | JASON CRINITI | 19114 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 7800 HOLSTEIN AVE | FenceFOR THE ERECTION OF A 8' FENCE TO ENCLOSE AN EXISTING PROPERTY. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | — | C | 19153 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 2121 GOULD ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMP TO 200 AMP as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Install grounding install total wiring as per NEC 2020 | — | COLIN JOHNSON | 19142 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 2009 HARTEL AVE | 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. 2.5 ton airhandler, 2.5 ton AC, ductwork, and 8 diffusers | — | AC COMFORT SERVICE INC | 19152 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 8350 ENTERPRISE AVE | Major DemolitionFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING ONE-STORY STRUCTURE BY MECHANCIAL DEMOLITION. 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. ANY DEVIATION WILL REQUIRE AN AMENDED BUILDING PERMIT. PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION TO BE IN PLACE PRIOR TO START OF WORK AND TO BE MAINTAINED DURING ALL DEMOLITION ACTIVITIES. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN PR | — | F.R. Beinke Wrecking, Inc. | C | 19153 |