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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 4217-21 CHESTER AVE | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING HEALTHCARE CENTER. 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 | — | keegan&cunnius plumbing and mechanical | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 12, 2026 |
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| 3601-51 WALNUT ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL II ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO CREATE A CLIMBING/FITNESS CENTER (PERSONAL SERVICES) IN SPACE 110/120 ON THE GROUND FLOOR AND SECOND FLOOR OF AN EXISTING BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING SPRINKLERED. *2021 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP OR FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** |
| 1 |
| THE SULLIVAN COMPANY |
| C |
| 19104 |
| Issued Oct 12, 2026 | 3300-20 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of new light fixtures & controls. Installation of new receptacles, devices and wiremold. Installation of heat trace. Installation of 2 buck boost transformers. Remove & relocate fire alarm devices. All work completed per sealed electrical and fire alarm drawings. All work performed per NEC 2020 and 2019 NFPA 72. | — | ROBERT FORD | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 10, 2026 | 3601-51 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish and install fire alarm wiring per Siemens drawings and install devices as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | AURELIO XHEPAJ | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 10, 2026 | 4272 VIOLA ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMP TO 200 AMP as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Complete rough wiring and final electrical installation throughout the entire property, including a new upgraded 200-amp electrical service. Electrical service increased from 100- amp. Work includes all required branch circuits, panel, breakers, lighting connections, switches, receptacles, smoke and carbon-monoxide alarms, an | — | AURELIO XHEPAJ | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 4167 MANTUA AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE BUILDING WITH 2” FIRE SERVICE AND 2" 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. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 4401 HAVERFORD AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | DAVID WILLIAMS | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 4401 HAVERFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. 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. | — | JAMAAL STERLING | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 4246 LANCASTER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED 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 PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. THIS APPLICATION WAS REVIEWED UNDER THE 2021 IMC. | — | MWMT Co. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 3406-46 WALNUT ST | AlterationsFurnish and Install: All required domestic water and sanitary piping 1 Water Cooler 4 Lavs 1 Sink 4 Water Closets 1 Electric Water Heater 2 Floor Drains 1 Cleanout | — | DWD MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 4417 PINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE REPAIR TO EXTERIOR BUILDING ELEMENTS AS SHOWN ON THE APPROVED PLAN. 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. **NO EXCAVATION GREATER THAN 60 INCHES WITH THIS PERMIT ** NO WELDING WITH THIS PERMIT ** SPECIAL INSPECTIONS REQUIRED ** | 1 | JES Construction, LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 3839 FOLSOM ST | AlterationsMAIN DRAIN - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 4034 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL I INTERIOR ALTERATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE SECURITY UPGRADES WITHIN THE BASEMENT AND FIRST FLOOR OF AN EXISTING BUILDING PER APPROVED PLANS AND PER PHILADELPHIA HISTORICAL COMMISSION APPROVAL. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 1 | THE SULLIVAN COMPANY | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 3830R WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL I INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ). FOR SECURITY UPGRADE TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021**EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | THE SULLIVAN COMPANY | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 4246 LANCASTER AVE | AlterationsInstallation of a 1" domestic water line, 5" sanitary line, 6" stormwater line, FAI | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 4401 HAVERFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE FOR BATHROOM ON 2ND FLOOR. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. ***************** SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. ****************************************** | 1 | JAMAAL STERLING | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 3523 HAMILTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMP TO 200 AMP as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard 200A service upgrade, increase from 100A Update grounding and bonding. 50A 240V circuit to exterior receptacle at front yard All new wiring surface mount or fished in existing walls. | — | Switchcraft, LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 150 S 30TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationIN KIND REPLACEMENT WITH FAULTY PANEL. UPGRADING PANEL TO POTTER IPA-4000. NEW PANEL TO MONITOR FIRE PUMP. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC, 2019 NFPA 72 and per approved plans. | — | B.H. HOLDINGS CORP ( Emergency Response Associates) | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 3401 CIVIC CENTER BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationALTERATIONS TO MODIFY THE EXISTING WALL BETWEEN PATIENT ROOMS 6E31 and 6E32, 6th FLOOR IN THE MAIN HOSPITAL. AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND PA DOH APPROVAL. ***********************************SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. **************************************** | 1 | TARGET BLDG CONSTRUCTN INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 3701 MARKET ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | TRACEY MECHANICAL INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 4256 REGENT SQ | New construction, addition, GFA changefor the erection of a stair, landing and roof over the landing and for the erection of a rear yard fence to an existing single family attached structure, size and location as shown in the plan. | — | TRENA T CLARKE | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 501 S 44TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Repair house drain | — | DAVID WILLIAMS | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 4430 LANCASTER AVE | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF MIXED USE BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION FOR PIPING SERVING FIXTURES IN COMMERCIAL SPACE. 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 Oct 7, 2026 | 1126 STATE ST | New construction, addition, GFA change** Amendment 10/16/26 to show roof deck setback.** For the erection of an attached structure with roof deck and roof deck access structure. Size and location as shown in plan. | — | Founders Row GC, LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 1116 STATE ST | New construction, addition, GFA change** Amendment 10/16/26 to show roof deck setback.** For the erection of an attached structure with roof deck and roof deck access structure. Size and location as shown in plan. | — | Founders Row GC, LLC | 19104 |