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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 2018-32 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION) TO INCLUDE THE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. FOR THE COMBINATION OF TWO EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING UNITS ON 21ST FLOOR (UNITS E AND F) INTO ONE SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* | 1 | SAM ALAIYAN CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19103 |
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| Issued May 26, 2026 |
| 879 N 28TH ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLATION OF ROOFTOP MOUNTED 3.52 KW SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC PV SYSTEM ACCORDING TO THE 2017 NEC AND PER PLANS. |
| — |
| SOLAR STATES LLC |
| 19130 |
| Issued May 26, 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 May 26, 2026 | 3062 RUTH 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. | — | — | 19134 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 620 N 37TH ST | Rough-InROUGH-IN OF ABOVE GROUND PIPING FOR 169 FIXTURES. | — | OK PLUMBING LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 2011 GREEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewire Units 1R and 1F in their entirety due to renovation. Work includes installation of new branch circuit wiring, switches, receptacle outlets, and smoke detectors. Replace existing electrical panels with new 100-amp panelboards for each unit, including proper grounding and bonding, All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. (The fire alarm system is not included in the scope of work) PHC - 2011 Green Street is a historically contributing buildin | — | EUROQUALITY LLC | C | 19130 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 1019 W ORLEANS ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001084 | — | Oris-Hvac Inc | 19133 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 4030 OLD YORK RD | 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 1304 DIVINITY ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the addition of a rear deck and for interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. | — | ANM INVESTMENT INC | 19143 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 3941 FAIRMOUNT AVE | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2024-006884 | — | Oris-Hvac Inc | 19104 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 122 ELLSWORTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF A ROOF DECK ON AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | MCDERMOTT CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19147 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 1012 TREE ST | AlterationsReplace 3/4 inch water service | — | CLEMENTS BROTHERS INC | 19148 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 3039-51 B ST | Addition and/or AlterationExisting 400amp service and equipment to be removed Installation of a 1200 amp service, interior wiring of the Artist studios ***NO DWELLING UNITS ON THE PROPERTY... NO FIRE ALARM ON THIS PERMIT... ALL WORK PER APPROVED PLANS*** | — | KLAUDIO BYLIS | C | 19134 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 118 E INDIANA AVE | Addition and/or AlterationExterior work only. Extend existing branch circuiting, install 2 in ground junction boxes and 4 parking lot pole lights .ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC. | — | Battaglia | C | 19134 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 1927 N 8TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationUpgrade main service line 100 amp to 200 amps work to be done according to current NEC 2017 | — | TEROX ELECTRIC & CONST. CORP | 19122 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 255 FARRAGUT ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | DOTS DESIGN UP LLC | C | 19139 |
| Issued May 26, 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 May 26, 2026 | 508 S 46TH ST | EZ Wall Covering Replacement- For the Applications of Exterior Wall Coverings as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 225 W LOUDON ST | Addition and/or Alteration100 AMP SERVICE AND PANEL-32 SPACE PANEL, 3 WAY SWITCHES REPLACEMENT, BASEMENT/FIRST FLOOR, ARC FAULT, 20 AMP, ELECTRIC RACE WAYS(WIRED MOLD), GROUND FAULT RECEPTACLE AND DEICATED CIRCUIT-FIRST FLOOR, GROUND FAULT RECEPTACLE, ARC FAULT, INSTALL BEDROOM FIXTURE (BASMENT), INSTALL BATTERY OPERATED SMOKE DETECTOR ,10 YEAR BATTERY, INSTALL BATTERY OPERATED SMOKE/CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR, 10 YEAR BATTERY, NEW RECEPTACLE AND CIRCUIT, ARC FAULT, BASEMENT/FIRST FLOOR, NEW RECEPTACLE AND CIRCUIT ARC FAUL | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19120 |
| Issued May 26, 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 May 26, 2026 | 3141 N 7TH ST | AlterationsInstalling 14 Fixtures 2 HWH 3 Lavs 3 Toilets 2 KS 2 Washers 2 Shower/tubs | — | THOMAS UHL | 19133 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 4140 PENNSGROVE ST | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF TRIPLEX . EXTERIOR INSTALLATION OF CURB TRAP, FAI, MAIN DRAIN, AND 1" WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. 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 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 4182-90 CITY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationPerform electrical upgrades in the lobby and office spaces on the first floor, including installation and/or replacement of wiring, lighting fixtures, lighting control systems, exit signs, emergency lighting, and receptacle outlets. Work includes all associated branch circuits, devices, grounding, and connections required to support the upgraded systems. Install fire alarm system. All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2017 NEC, 2016 NFPA 72 and per approved plans. | — | Madden Electric Associates, Inc | C | 19131 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 920 LEAGUE ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 1400 N 51ST 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 15 sprinkler heads to conform to renovations. | — | Precision Sprinkler Services, Inc | C | 19131 |