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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 7275 HANFORD ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Consumer Goods; Retail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries | — | — | C | 19149 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 7330 RIDGE AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2025-012515 | — |
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| 19128 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 4300 BLEIGH AVE | AlterationsWe will be removing 1 existing water fountain and replacing with 1 new filtered water fountain in same location. No piping or rough in work required, just fixture replacement. | — | keegan&cunnius plumbing and mechanical | C | 19136 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 2708 E INDIANA AVE | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL 200 AMP, WIRING THROUGHOUT, INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, OUTLETS, SWITCHES, SMOKE DETECTOR, GROUNDING SYSTEM. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19134 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 435 S 49TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL THE FOLLOWING BY WAY OF FISHING: 6 GFCI, 13 LIGHT SWITCHES, 28 RECEPTACLE OUTLETS, 23 LIGHT FIXTURES, INSTALL 200 AMP SERVICE, INSTALL WIRING FOR WASHER AND DRYER | — | DWIGHT A FRANCIS | 19143 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 617 WINTON ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.For the interior demolition on NON-Load-Bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. ALTERATION/REPAIR STRICTLY PROHIBITED UNDER THIS PERMIT TYPE. | — | — | 19148 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 2068 CHURCH LN | Addition and/or AlterationInstall new 100 amp circuit breaker panel box with main breaker and ground rod and continuous ground, install 4 light fixtures in basement, 2 GFI and circuit in kitchen, 1 in each bathroom, 1 exterior light fixture, replace 3 bedroom light fixtures, stabilize all existing devices throughout house ( receptacle switches etc.), replace 22 duplex receptacles with T/R type, 12 switches, check all existing circuits for ground fault and arc fault, install receptacle off existing circuit in front bedro | — | CGW ELECTRIC INC | 19138 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 233 S 41ST 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 | — | — | 19104 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 148 N 10TH ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO RESTAURANT. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. 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 LAV, WC, 2 GREASE INTERCEPTORS, 3 HUB, HWH, 2 FLOOR DRAINS AND 3 KITCHENS | — | DR BUILDERS 35 LLC | C | 19107 |
| 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 | 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 | 49 W UPSAL ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19119 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 521 WILDER ST | AlterationsREPLACE 50 GALLON GAS WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19147 |
| 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 | 301 N 63RD ST | Change of UseBusiness Support | — | — | C | 19139 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 288 GREENOUGH ST | Combined Lot Line Relocation and New DevelopmentFor the relocation of lot lines to create two (2) lots (parcels ‘A’ & ‘B’) from one (1) existing lot (288 Greenough St). Size and location as shown in application/plans. | — | KCA Design Associates LLC | C | 19127 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 2739 N 13TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE TO INCLUDE A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | KCA Design Associates LLC | C | 19133 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 2210 BAINBRIDGE ST | Addition and/or AlterationLevel III Renovation of existing 2 story SFH. 3rd Floor addition. Rear addition. Underpinning. Roof deck with pilot house. | — | HIMA BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19146 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 5905 WASHINGTON AVE | AlterationsINSTALL/REPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19143 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 2842 S ISEMINGER ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19148 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1652 S LECOUNT ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- For alterations to an Existing One Family Dwelling as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. Separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work and the installation of heating/cooling appliances. STRUCTURAL ALTERATION OR REPAIR IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED UNDER THIS PERMIT. PROHIBITED STRUCTURAL WORK INCLUDES ANY MODIFICATION TO EXTERIOR WALLS, PARTY WALLS, FLOOR/ | — | Zachary Dupras | 19145 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 4001 RIDGE AVE | Change of UseOffice - Business and Professional | — | ZARWIN, BAUM, DEVITO, KAPLAN, SCHAER, & TODDY P.C. | C | 19129 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 3516 E THOMPSON ST | AlterationsREPLACE STACK. | — | EDWARD HUGHES & SONS , INC. | 19134 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1001 KITCHENS LN | EZ Swimming Pool/SpaFor 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 | — | — | 19119 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 3800 POWELTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical upgrade and renovation of the existing robotics pharmacy. Installation of fire alarm devices all work per approved plans. | — | Wm A J Shaeffer & Sons | C | 19104 |