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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 2142 N 19TH ST | Addition and/or Alteration- 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/ROOF FRAMING OR FOUNDATIONS; IN | — | Red Line Construction, LLC | 19121 | |
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| Issued Jul 31, 2026 |
| 1839 INGERSOLL ST |
| Make Safe Permit For RPFOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE DAMAGED SIDE WALL TO RESOLVE CF-2026-069960. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND ENGINEERING INSPECTION LETTER. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CF-2026-069960. "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 SEALE |
| — |
| David Oneill |
| 19121 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 1922 PAGE ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace incorrect 12-2 Romex for dryer inside dwelling with new 6/3 Romex on 50-amp breaker Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard | — | VBA CREST HOLDINGS INC | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 1910 N 23RD ST | Addition and/or Alteration Install 200-amp service, Replace (3)100-amp disconnects, Replace (3) sub-panels, Replace house panel, Replace 4-gang meter bank, complete grounding system with 2 ground rods. | — | RUSSELL BAYSMORE | C | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 2111-13 N 33RD ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-002088 | — | CATALYST BUILDERS LLC | C | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 1748 N 31ST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of attach corner structure for use as single-family household living. | — | — | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 1320-22 N SMEDLEY ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-000361 | — | EXCAVATION CONCRET LLC | C | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 2418 W THOMPSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL I ALTERATION TO INCLUDE THE REPLACEMENT OF DRYWALL. LAYOUT TO REMAIN THE SAME. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ANY OTHER WORK. | 3 | LATINI PROPERTY SERVICES INC | C | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 1329 N 27TH 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 | — | — | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 1843 N 17TH ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2" WILKINS 950XLT2BFSS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | METROPOLITAN FIRE PROTECTION | C | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 1219 N 31ST ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior alterations as per plans of an existing single family dwelling. - new sheet rock on all walls. details per plan. no structural work | — | Pedro Garay | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 1748 N 31ST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of attach corner structure for use as single-family household living. | — | — | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 1748 N 31ST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of an attach structure for use as single-family household living. | — | — | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 1748 N 31ST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of an attach structure for use as single-family household living. | — | — | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 2432 JEFFERSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | FAST & QUALITY CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 1928 N NEWKIRK ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior 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. | — | Brigel Group LLC | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 3029 RIDGE AVE | New ConstructionFOR 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. | — | Blerton Islamaj | C | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 28, 2026 | 2532 RIDGE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 TO 200 INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Complete Rewire as per nec 2020 20 recess light Smoke and CO as needed Arch fault breakers where needed Increasing from 100amp to 200 amp service 100 amp panel per unit (2units) | — | OMAR RIVERA | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 28, 2026 | 1839 INGERSOLL ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-069960. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. No stucco. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of property. | — | FIRST CALL DEMOLITION LLC | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 28, 2026 | 1723 N 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/ | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 28, 2026 | 1902 DIAMOND ST | New ConstructionInstall a new 400-amp electrical service with four (4) meter packs, including service conductors, meter sockets, main disconnecting means, and proper grounding and bonding. Install one (1) 100-amp subpanel for the house and four (3) 125-amp subpanels for each dwelling unit, including all required feeders, overcurrent protection, grounding, and terminations. Provide complete electrical distribution throughout the building, including installation of branch circuit wiring, lighting fixtures, switch | — | City Lights electric llc | C | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 28, 2026 | 2015 N 29TH ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries; Retail Sales - Consumer Goods | — | — | C | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 28, 2026 | 1839 INGERSOLL ST | AlterationsFor 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 | — | BILLUPS PLUMBING SOLUTIONS INC | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 1618 WILLINGTON ST | Minor DemolitionFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED THREE (3) STORY MASONRY STRUCTURE. STRUCTURE TO BE DEMOLISHED BY HAND ONLY. PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION TO BE IN PLACE PRIOR TO THE START OF WORK AND TO BE MAINTAINED DURING ALL DEMOLITION ACTIVITIES. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR SIDEWALK CLOSURE 21 DAY POSTING CAN BE WAIVED FOR DANGEROUS CASE [SECTION A-303.2 OF ADMINISTRATIVE CODE] | — | Path4u Construction INC | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 2809-13 MASTER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR DOCUMENTATION OF LAYOUT FOR COMBINED FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. NO WORK ON THIS PERMIT. | 21 | Philadelphia Fire Protection Pros | C | 19121 |