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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 1205 LOCUST ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATION WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION TO CREATE ONE ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNIT AT THE EXISTING TENANT SPACE. BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FP WORK. | 1 | CRO CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 2727 N 9TH ST |
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| BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC |
| 19133 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 230 LEVERINGTON AVE | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-002742 | — | V&V Investment Inc | 19127 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 2411 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionTHE INSTALLATION OF A TWO (2) INCH COMBINED SERVICE LINE FOR A FIRE & DOMESTIC SUPPLY LINE AND FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH REMOTE TOILET CONNECTION PER PLANS. MULTIPURPOSE RESIDENTIAL FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM DESIGNED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D. ALL WORK SHALL BE ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS, HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS, AND APPROVED BUILDING PERMIT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL PLUMBING WORK. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19133 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 8375 ENTERPRISE AVE | 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. | — | — | C | 19153 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 2652 SYLMAR ST | AlterationsReplace curb trap FAI & main drain | — | Arrow Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, LLC. | 19142 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 3402 CHALFONT DR | 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. | — | — | 19154 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 1638 ELLSWORTH ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.For 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 3926-38 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall level two EV charger all work per approved plans | — | SHELLY ELECTRIC CO INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 413 W MENTOR ST | Addition and/or AlterationPROPOSE ENTRANCE IN FRONT OF THE PROPERTY TO BASEMENT. DETAIL IN THE PLANS | — | I-B CONTRACTORS LLC | 19120 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 9527 JAMES 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 | — | — | 19114 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 6338 WOODLAND AVE | Addition and/or AlterationRewiring outlets, sub panels, lights 20 existing 200amp, smoke replacement, switches, exit signs and emergency lighting. | — | RICHARD CHRISTOPHER | C | 19142 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 1243 N 57TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelReplacing one shower\tub with acrylic unit. *WITHOUT PIPING* | — | JASON CRINITI | 19131 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 4311 OTTER ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THREE STORY BUILDING TO INCLUDE 1-INCH COMBINED WATER SERVICE LINE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | ELITE FIRE PROTECTION CORP | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 2444 S LAMBERT ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace 200 amp main cable, and 200 amp meter box. Replace 200 amp sub feeder cable to existing panel. install new 200 amp PECO bugs, and new 200 amp W/P connectors. Install 200 service head for cable. | — | RICHARD CHRISTOPHER | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 9527 JAMES 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 | — | — | 19114 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 2851 SALMON ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-001753 | — | FRANKIE D PLUMBING AND HEATING | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 1725 SPRUCE ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR R-2 OCCUPANCY (LEGALIZING 6TH DWELLING UNIT) AS PER APPROVED PLANS. NO WORK ON THIS PERMIT | — | — | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 9527 JAMES 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 | — | — | 19114 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 1918 MONTROSE ST | AlterationsCurb trap, fresh air inlet & main drain. | — | MARKO TRAVAS | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 1600-22 MARKET ST | AlterationsFurnish and install (3) plumbing fixtures, (2) kitchen sinks and (1) hot water heater with piping, connecting to existing rough-in. | — | TKELLY INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 6037 DELANCEY ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 2851 SALMON ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-001752 | — | FRANKIE D PLUMBING AND HEATING | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 3800 POWELTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall level three charger and feeder in parking lot. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | SHELLY ELECTRIC CO INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 9527 JAMES 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 | — | — | 19114 |