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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 31 E UPSAL ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of all electrical wiring, boxes, and circuit pathways before insulation and drywall are installed. We will be running cable through joist, securing the cable, and making sure all electrical work is in accordance with the NEC. Shark Wiring is responsible for labor only. | — | Shark Wiring and Electric, LLC | 19119 | |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 1819 N NATRONA ST |
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| New Construction or AdditionsCt fai 1 kitchen 6 lav 6 wc 6 shower/tubs |
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| Gary Thompson |
| 19121 |
| 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 | 6642 CHEW AVE | Addition and/or Alteration100AMP SERVICE, METER SOCKET, SERVICE CABLE, GROUNDING NO OTHER WORK BEING DONE | — | JDV ELECTRIC, LLC | 19119 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 317 PARKER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationAMEND 06-30-2026 Adding low voltage under cabinet lighting, fishing wire. Adding dimmer switch for low volt lighting, fishing wire. Extending a 20 amp kitchen circuit for a future microwave, also adding required AFCI/GFCI protection, installing 20 amp receptacle (fishing the wall) | — | Michael Villa | 19128 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 7301 KEYSTONE ST | Full DemolitionFOR DEMOLITION OF MASONRY CHIMNEY STACK DOWN TO TOP OF BUILDING'S ROOF TO COMPLY WITH CASE VIOLATION CF-2026-031908. | — | Mildred L Brooks | C | 19136 |
| Issued Jun 1, 2026 | 1653 E TULPEHOCKEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS WITH NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING. | 3 | Odd One LLC | C | 19138 |
| Issued May 31, 2026 | 2120 E CLEARFIELD 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 | — | — | 19134 |
| Issued May 31, 2026 | 187 WIDENER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish and install all new wiring by means of fishing to eliminate old knob and tube circuits, replace in kind existing devices with new. Fish wiring for smoke detectors. | — | STEVEN PITTAOULIS | 19120 |
| Issued May 31, 2026 | 6244 WHEELER 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 | — | — | 19142 |
| Issued May 31, 2026 | 1524 S CLEVELAND ST | AlterationsInstalling 11 Fixtures 1 HWH 3 Lavs 3 Toilets 1 KS 1 Washer 2Shower/tubs | — | THOMAS UHL | 19146 |
| Issued May 31, 2026 | 525 N 38TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall an old work box with a receptacle on the first floor. Install a light and switch in the bedroom on the second floor. Install a light and a switch on the second floor middle bedroom in the closet and room. Install a light and switch at the top of the basement. Install a 12/2 circuit for a washing machine and a 10/3 circuit with a four prong receptacle for a dryer on the second floor middle bedroom. All work performed as per 2020 NEC code. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19104 |
| Issued May 31, 2026 | 1530 N 16TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH COMPLETE CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO CREATE TWENTY-FIVE (25) DWELLING UNITS IN AN EXISTING BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND PHC APPROVAL. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 28 | B&C Management LLC | C | 19121 |
| Issued May 31, 2026 | 7301 CASTOR AVE | AlterationsInstall piping and finish for the following fixtures Basement- 4 toilets, 4 lavs, shower, mop sink, 3 floor drains, 2 hand sinks, 3 compartment sink with grease trap, sewage ejector, sump pump 1st fl- toilet, lav, mop sink, 3 compartment sink with grease trap, food prep sink, 3 hand sinks. | — | GREGORY ROSSI PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | C | 19152 |
| Issued May 31, 2026 | 4011 SPRING GARDEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall hard wired smokes, install circuit for Hot water heater and ranges in 4 units, replace 220 heaters in 4 units All Wires Are Fished | — | Vincent Williams | C | 19104 |
| Issued May 31, 2026 | 5420 ADDISON ST | AlterationsOne full bathroom, laundry, kitchen and half bath | — | THOMAS UHL | 19143 |
| Issued May 31, 2026 | 1030 ARCH ST | Change of UsePersonal Services | — | Meng Xi Zheng | C | 19107 |
| Issued May 31, 2026 | 2824 BELGRADE 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. For the installation of HVAC equipment including all registers and diffusers associated with ductwork. Installation of 100K BTU gas furnace, 92 % efficiency with 4 Ton coil and condenser. Condensing unit to be located on the backyard. | — | Blerton Islamaj | 19134 |
| Issued May 30, 2026 | 6610 LEEDS ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | THOMAS J PARISSE | 19151 |
| Issued May 30, 2026 | 3737 LANCASTER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall one (1) 200-amp subpanel with associated feeder to serve the rewiring of an existing sit-down restaurant. Provide complete electrical distribution throughout the restaurant, including installation of branch circuits for lighting fixtures, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting, and receptacle outlets. Install dedicated branch circuits and electrical connections for HVAC equipment, water heater, exhaust fans, walk-in coolers, and freezers. All work to be done according to the 2017 N | — | DRIJON GJONI | C | 19104 |
| Issued May 30, 2026 | 2443 N 6TH ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-000521 | — | PRIME ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS INC | 19133 |
| Issued May 30, 2026 | 5420 ADDISON ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 200A service cable with meter socket, 200A panel and grounding. Wire throughout a single family dwelling with receptacles, switches, light fixtures and smoke detectors as per NEC 2017 code. | — | EXPRESS POWER INC | 19143 |
| Issued May 30, 2026 | 7613 LINDA PL | AlterationsReplace house traps and fresh air inlet | — | THOMAS J PARISSE | 19111 |
| Issued May 30, 2026 | 2326 N 16TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A 2-INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE FOR AN AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SPRINKLER SYSTEM WITH A BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13R. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. | — | Michael J Mccullough jr | C | 19132 |
| Issued May 30, 2026 | 2229 S BUCKNELL 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 80K BTU unit, ductwork, and 12 diffusers | — | Azhar Jamal | 19145 |