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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 1136-48 N AMERICAN ST | Commercial Make Safe Permit**MAKE SAFE PERMIT** FOR REPAIRS TO EXTERIOR MASONRY AND FOR SISTERING OF FIRE-DAMAGED ROOF FRAMING TO COMPLY WITH VIOLATION # CF-2025-064566. NOT TO EXCEED SCOPE OF WORK NOTED IN ENGINEER'S REPORT AND SHOWN ON APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE # CF-2025-064566. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEA | 1 | Hart Co | C | 19123 |
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| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 1329-33 POPLAR ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 25, 2026 | 710 W GIRARD AVE | 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 | — | — | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 647-67 N 10TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-008064 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 647-67 N 10TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-008057 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 647-67 N 10TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-008067 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 647-67 N 10TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-008066 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 961 1/2 N LAWRENCE ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-001187 | — | Right Price Plumbing & Heating LLC | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 961 1/2 N LAWRENCE ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-001187 | — | Right Price Plumbing & Heating LLC | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1206 WALLACE ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITN NFPA 13D, WITH A ONE-INCH COMBINED FIRE SERVICE LINE, AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 909-15 N 2ND 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. | — | — | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1135 N ORIANNA ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 500 N 13TH ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)For a certificate of occupancy for a business occupancy. No work approved on this permit. | — | — | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 927-39 N DELAWARE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of Fire alarm devices All work Per approved plans | — | CALLISTO ENERGY MANAGEMENT CORPORATION | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 605 N BODINE 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 | — | — | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1112 N HANCOCK ST | Addition and/or AlterationsINSTALLATION OF HVAC EQUIPMENT FOR RESTAURANT TENANT AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | GEN3 CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 211-15 W GIRARD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE BUILDING WITH 2” FIRE SERVICE AND 2.5" BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1112 N HANCOCK ST | SignFOR THE ERECTION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED WALL SIGN. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK, INCLUDING ALL ELECTRICAL WORK. | — | — | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1206 WALLACE ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-003888 | — | D'NARPO ELECTRICAL | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 456 N 5TH ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)DUPLICATE CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR PERMIT 958386 TO DOCUMENT CORRECT ADDRESS/OWNER. NO NEW WORK ON THIS PERMIT. | — | — | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1121 N HANCOCK 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 | — | — | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 915-23 N BROAD ST | AlterationsTo install a new restroom and a kitchen sink at the 2nd floor office. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 970 N DELAWARE AVE | New ConstructionFOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING HVAC SYSTEM TO INCLUDE THE INSTALLATION OF NEW GRDs AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK CONNECTED TO EXISTING HVAC APPLIANCES. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IMC. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. SEE CP-2025-005631 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | AIR MASTERS HVAC INC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 1117 N ORIANNA ST | Addition and/or AlterationProposed pilot house addition on an existing structure, using an existing stair to the roof as per plan. | — | Philly House Services LLC | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 828-40 N 2ND 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 2 existing sprinkler heads | — | ELITE FIRE PROTECTION CORP | C | 19123 |