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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1757 GEORGES LN | New ConstructionNEW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE TO INCLUDE PILOT HOUSE AND ROOF DECK FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEOTECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SPRINKLER (13D) WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C/O SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED. TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY. **NO UNDERPINNING OR EXCAVATION BELOW THE ADJACENT FOUNDATIONS** | 1 | ALTUS DEVELOPMENT INC | 19131 | |
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| 6630 MCCALLUM ST |
| New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a detach structure with cellar and detach garage for one (1) off street parking. Size and location per plan. |
| — |
| RUGGIERO PLANTE LAND DESIGN LLC |
| 19119 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 3151 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationsINSTALLATION OF KITCHEN EXHAUST DUCTWORK THROUGH AN EXISTING 2-HOUR RATED SHAFT ENCLOSURE TO SERVE KITCHEN HOOD AND FAN INSTALLATION (SEE PERMIT MP-2026-001845) AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | HUNTER MECHANICAL INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 17 N 41ST ST | New ConstructionProvide electrical installation within a commercial parking garage, including wiring, lighting fixtures, lighting control systems, receptacle outlets, exit signs, and emergency lighting. Install branch circuits and electrical connections for equipment, including all required wiring, overcurrent protection, grounding, and terminations. Furnish and install a generator for backup power, including associated transfer equipment, feeders, and connections. Furnish and install fire alarm devices, incl | — | ARMOUR & SONS ELECTRIC INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 6251-53 N 15TH 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. Replacing existing boiler only, in like and kind, no new piping/ ductwork | — | GO WITH THE FLOW | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 3400 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationPerform the electrical fit-out of a compounding pharmacy and associated infrastructure. Furnish and install the required electrical distribution equipment, including electrical gear, feeders, branch circuits, and all associated wiring and conduit. Provide complete power distribution for lighting, lighting controls, receptacle outlets and equipment. Furnish and install a complete fire alarm system and connect with the existing fire alarm system for the building. All work shall be performe | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 220 W WASHINGTON SQ | 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. **SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITION OF APPROVAL FROM THE PHILADELPHIA HISTORICAL COMMISSION: PHC staff to review all masonry samples for final approval. | 1 | WILLIAM PROUD RESTORATION CO.,INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 3739 N 16TH ST | AlterationsALTERATION/CONVERSION TO CREATE A 3 FAMILY BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. 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 | — | PHILIP RENNINGER | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1429 N 28TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR THIRD FLOOR ADDITION TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | Nuview Construction LLC | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 6218 LUDLOW ST | Addition and/or AlterationREWIRE BASEMENT THROUGHOUT AND INSTALL LIGHTING, SWITCHES AND RECEPTACLES OUTLETS. THE PERMIT IS TO LEGALIZE THE WORK THAT CREATED THE VIOLATION. ALL WORK TO BE PERFORM ACCORDING TO THE 2020 NEC AND PER EXECUTED CONTRACT. | — | GERALD D KAEWELL | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1318 NARRAGANSETT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR ADDITION AND FOR LEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION, GROUP R-3 TO GROUP R-3) TO CREATE A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING WITHIN AN EXISTING ATTACHED TWO (2) STORY BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | Illmatic Construction llc | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 6300 BUIST AVE | 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 | — | — | C | 19142 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 888 N WOODSTOCK ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Electrical wiring indoor and outdoor Scope of Work Hassan Electric LLC will provide a complete electrical installation for the project including: Existing 100a service replacing with new 100a electrical service • 100A main breaker panel and full grounding system • 36 LED recessed lights (4") • 55 duplex outlets and 3 | — | BARRY HASSAN | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 245 E JOHNSON ST | Parking OnlyFOR THE REPAVEMENT OF ONE (1) EXISTING SURFACE PARKING SPACE TO CREATE ONE (1) ACCESSIBLE SURFACE PARKING SPACE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | HiveMind, LLC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 321 S CHADWICK ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A ROOF DECK ON AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | — | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2034 N CARLISLE 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 boiler only, in like and kind, no new piping/ ductwork | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 535 HIGH ST | Make Safe Permit For RPFOR THE STRUCTURAL REPAIR TO EXTERIOR WALL, JOISTS AND ROOF TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2026-024134. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2026-024134. | — | Philadelphia Realty Association INC. | 19144 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2009 GREEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ) TO A PORTION OF 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 2018**EXISTING BUILDING IS NOT SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 2 | ADCAR CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 3310 KESWICK PLZ | Addition and/or AlterationReplace 200 amp electrical service, two meter packs, surge suppressor, emergency disconnect with proper grounding and bonding. Install two 100 subpanels with feeders and circuit breaker. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per approved executed contract. | — | OMEGA ELECTRIC INC | 19114 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2621 WILDER 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, no new ductwork | — | MARTIN BEAN RENOVATION & ASSOCIATES INCORPORATED | 19146 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 222 S 15TH 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 | — | FRANKIE D PLUMBING AND HEATING | C | 19102 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2200 OREGON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of low-voltage fire alarm system including fire alarm control panel, devices, and associated wiring. Work to be completed per approved plans. NEC 2017 NFPA2016 | — | CIAFRE ELECTRICAL SERVICES, INC | C | 19145 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 243 E GIRARD AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED WALL SIGN. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | NEW YORK SIGN COMPANY INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 585 PARKER AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-007258 | — | AK SCORPION INC | 19128 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1112 N HANCOCK ST | SignFOR THE ERECTION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED WALL SIGN. 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, INCLUDING ALL ELECTRICAL WORK. | — | — | C | 19123 |