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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 3700-34 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall electric panel qty. 1, Install VFD qty. 2, Install duplex receptacles qty. 18, Install lighting and controls as per drawings, Install fire alarm devices. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC, 2016 NFPA 72 and per approved plans. | — | SHELLY ELECTRIC CO INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 3848 LAWNDALE ST |
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| AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. |
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| MICHAEL ZALEWSKI |
| 19124 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 4300 E ROOSEVELT BLVD | Commercial Make Safe PermitMAKE SAFE PERMIT- For the repairs to the roof assembly by infilling the opening with sheathing and recovering the roof with no interior alterations as per Engineer’s report to resolve case #CF-2026-027383. Abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk closure. A separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #CF-2026-027383. | 1 | DR BUILDERS 35 LLC | C | 19124 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1701 MARKET ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE ERECTION OF TWO (2) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY WALL SIGNS. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | STEPHANIE RUMER | C | 19103 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 929 REED ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 200 amp service wiring throughout install light fixtures, outlets, switches, smoke detectors, Grounding system as per NEC 2017 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19147 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 915 E MOUNT PLEASANT AVE | 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 furnace, ductwork, and 15 diffusers | — | V&V Investment Inc | 19150 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 39 N CONESTOGA ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelREPLACE Underfloor plumbing, toilet, tub & lav. | — | EDWARD HUGHES & SONS , INC. | 19139 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 6151 MARKET ST | Change of UseVacant; Residential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | — | C | 19139 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 2201 E SOMERSET ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2022-002302 | — | Richard LaSalle JR | 19134 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1422 LENOX AVE | 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 95% 62K BTU furnace, 1.5 ton AC, in existing ductwork No expansion | — | Smothers Legacy Construction LLC | 19140 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 879 N 28TH ST | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ROOF-MOUNTED SOLAR COLLECTORS IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK** | — | — | 19130 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1771 TOMLINSON RD | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)FOR THE CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR A PERSONAL VEHICLE REPAIR AND ACCESSORY TIRE STORAGE ON TIRE SHELVES OCCUPANCY (GROUP S-1). ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. NO ALTERATIONS ARE PERMITTED UNDER THIS APPLICATION. | — | — | 19116 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1801 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-001249 Amendment: There is no installation of electrical service. The electrical service is existing. | — | AURELIO XHEPAJ | C | 19103 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 3601 S BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationHook up Twin 300 kw portable generator as per NEC for ESPN Broadcast truck for Sixers playoff game on Sunday May 10, set up day is May 9. provide stand by electrician. | — | MICHAEL GITLIN | C | 19148 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1206 WALLACE ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-003888 | — | BOKE PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19123 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 12656 DUNKS FERRY RD | 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 | 19154 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 4167 MANTUA AVE | New Construction or AdditionsINSTALL House/Building Drain House/Building Curb Trap 1" Water Distribution House/Building Fresh Air Inlet | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 3804 N 18TH ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1432 N FELTON 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 | — | — | 19151 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1443 N EDGEWOOD ST | 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. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk and street closure. CF-2026-020596 Separate permits maybe required for work not covered under this EZ Standard. | — | — | 19151 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 4308 LAWNDALE ST | Addition and/or Alteration100 AMP SERVICE COMPLETE, SERVICE CABLE DROP, OUTSIDE METER MAIN, 100 AMP SER ENTRANCE CABLE, 100 AMP 20 CIRCUIT MAIN LUG PANEL, FULL GROUNDING SYSTEM, BATHROOM-REPLACE LIGHT, 20 AMP CIRCUIT WITH GFI OUTLET, 2ND FLOOR REAR 1-REPLACE SWITCH AND OUTLETS, 2ND FLOOR REAR 2-REPLACE SWITCH AND OUTLET, GFI OUTLET, BATTERY SMOKE DETECTOR, LIVING RM 2ND FLOOR-REPLACE SWITCHES AND OUTLETS, KITCHEN-REPLACE SWITCH AND DIMMER, REPLACE GFI OUTLETS, TOP BASEMENT STEPS-REPLACE SWITCH, GARAGE-REPLACE 2 SWITCHES, | — | JEFFREY SHEFSKY | 19124 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 212 S 42ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplacement of common area lighting fixtures utilizing existing wiring circuits. All work per 2017 NEC. | — | JBEG Development And Contracting LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 4944 MULBERRY 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. Replace existing furnace only, in like and kind, using existing ductwork | — | JMJ HEATING & COOLING INC | 19124 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 2470 EMERALD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior 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. | — | Paula de Lima Riberio | 19125 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 2233 S NORWOOD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INSTALLATION OF FOUR (4) STARBOLTS TO AN EXISTING TWO-STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. | — | CHRIS NATALINI MASONRY INC | 19145 |