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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 130 S 18TH 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 (32) SPRINKLER HEADS, PER NFPA 13 | — | A & S SPRINKLER CO INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 2411 N 11TH ST |
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| New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND 2” COMBINED SERVICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE BUILDING. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. |
| — |
| ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC |
| 19133 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 5636 BELMAR ST | Addition and/or AlterationFloor repair, replacement. Drywall replacement, roof repair Installation of windows, doors, and roof repair exisitgn single family attached structure. details as shown on the plans. | — | Aboubacar Traore | 19143 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 1932 WATKINS ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND 1” COMBINED SERVICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE BUILDING. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19145 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 2415 FAIRMOUNT AVE | Addition and/or AlterationRemodel of 2nd fl bathroom, replacement of fixtures, installation of 2 switches, 1 outlet, 1 recessed light, 3 wall sconces, 1 ventilation fan | — | Camelot Contracting LLC | 19130 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 7014 GLENLOCH 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 | — | — | 19135 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 3116 RIDGE AVE | EZ Wall Covering ReplacementEZ EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS- For the Applications of Exterior Wall Coverings as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Structural alteration or repair is expressly PROHIBITED under this permit. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk and street closure. (STUCCO) For the removal and replacement of stucco . To comply case violation CF-2026-044468 | — | — | C | 19121 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 6827 LYNFORD ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CURB TRAP AND FAI. | — | EXCEL PLUMBING HEATING & AC INC | 19149 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 7330 RIDGE AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2025-012518 | — | OK PLUMBING LLC | 19128 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 2218 EMERSON ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI for 5 inch sewer and 6 inch stormwater | — | PLUMETRIX INC | 19152 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 2411 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND 2” COMBINED SERVICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE BUILDING. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19133 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 7627 BURHOLME AVE | AlterationsCurb trap, fresh air inlet & main drain. | — | MARKO TRAVAS | 19111 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 1401 N MARSTON ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-007409 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19121 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 9300 ASHTON RD | Change of UseTrucking and Transportation Terminals | — | Rabinovich Sokolov Law Group, LLC | C | 19114 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 9660 CLARK 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 | — | — | 19115 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 9528 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 21, 2026 | 2411 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND 2” COMBINED SERVICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE BUILDING. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19133 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-002261 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 7330 RIDGE AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2025-012516 | — | OK PLUMBING LLC | 19128 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 130 N 18TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish and install electrical wiring for power and lighting as per APPROVED drawings-2017 NEC. **Fire alarm work will be applied for separately** | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-002260 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-002259 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 527 S 17TH ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 963 E RUSSELL 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 | — | — | 19134 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 7330 RIDGE AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2025-012513 | — | OK PLUMBING LLC | 19128 |