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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1429 W OLNEY AVE | 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/ | — | AMPTRON LLC | 19141 | |
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| 1824 S 20TH ST |
| New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-001894 |
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| Baldwin Electrical Construction LLc |
| 19145 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2500 S SHERIDAN ST | Change of UsePersonal Services | — | KCA Design Associates LLC | C | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4515 N SMEDLEY ST | 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 THE SVC WILL BE UPGRADED FROM 100A TO 200A WE WILL INSTALL NEW 200A EMERGENCY DISCO, WE WILL INSTALL NEW 200A TAPS, NEW WEATHER HEAD, NEW 200A LINE & LOAD SVC CABLE, INSIDE 2" INCH PVC, WE WILL ALSO INSTALL 200A METER BOX & INSTALL A NEW 200A 40 SPACE PANEL WITH ALL NEW BRKS, THE 200A PANEL WILL BE | — | FMJ ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING INC | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 10818 PELLE CIR W | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | PJ FITZPATRICK INC | 19154 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 5700 W OXFORD ST | New Construction or Additions1" DOMESTIC WATER SERVICE, CURB TRAPS AND MAIN DRAINS | — | FRANKIE D PLUMBING AND HEATING | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2443 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITN NFPA 13D, WITH A TWO-INCH COMBINED FIRE SERVICE LINE, AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Charles G. Hunter III | 19133 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 508 GREENWICH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. Replace curb trap with fresh air inlet. | — | BARTHOLOMEW N EMANUEL | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 5530 BOYER ST | New ConstructionInstallation of a Fire Alarm System. All work per approved plans. | — | DERRICK TOWNES | C | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 37 N 50TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. Replace Curb Trap with Fresh Air Inlet | — | COLIN JOHNSON | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 249 N 62ND ST | Addition and/or Alteration-arc fault circuit breaker -combo arc fault/gfci breaker -ground fault receptacle -replace receptacle 15/20 amp -fishing wire thru wall PER NEC 17 | — | HOLDER INC | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 8004-06 GILBERT ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an attached structure and creation of one (1) accessory surface parking space. Size and location as shown in plan. | — | Christopher Johnson | 19150 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 3829 BENNINGTON ST | Make Safe Permit For RPIN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. MAKE SAFE PERMIT - FOR THE REPAIR OF FRONT BAY AS PER PLAN AND ENGINEER’S REPORT TO RESOLVE CASE CF-2026-024362. ABUTTING SIDEWALK MUST BE CLOSED WITH FENCING A MINIMUM OF 6’ IN HEIGHT. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRED FOR SIDEWALK CLOS | — | Non-Stop Emergency Services Inc | 19124 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 10123 BUSTLETON AVE | Addition and/or Alteration install 120v, 20A line for condenser, outdoor 20A GFIC duplex s with receptacle, 10 light fixtures, 5 light switches, 2 flood lights, | — | PHILLY TELECOM | 19116 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1477 N 53RD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached structure to convert for the use as a two-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. | — | VELAR STONE LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 615 CHESTNUT ST | AlterationsFurnish and install (52) plumbing fixtures, (25) lavatories, (21) water closets/urinals and (6) kitchens sinks with new piping, as per plans. | — | TKELLY INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4503 S BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ADDITION SHELL ONLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR FITOUT AND MEP WORK. *HISTORIC STRUCTURE SHALL REMAIN HISTORIC PER SHPO LETTER THUS 1201.4 OF 2018 IEBC APPLIES. VOLUNTARY WETFLOODPROOFING NOT DESIGN TO COMPLY WITH ASCE 24.* | 1 | BLUE ROCK CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19112 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2743 S BEULAH 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 | — | THOMAS TRINH | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4401 HOLDEN ST | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF 6 STORY MIXED USE BUILDING. . EXTERIOR INSTALLATION OF CURB TRAP, FAI, MAIN DRAIN, AND 4" WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION FOR FIXTURES LOCATED 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 | — | keegan&cunnius plumbing and mechanical | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2748 PIERCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor 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; INCL | — | Christopher Funari | 19145 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 338 S 21ST ST | Addition and/or AlterationKitchen Supply and install 11 4" WAC R4ERAR-W9CS LED recessed lights and 1 Lutron Maestro dimmer Supply and install 2 4" WAC R4ERAR-W9CS LED recessed lights and 1 Lutron Maestro dimmer Relocate switch for the outside rear patio lights Run a 240v 50a line for induction cook top Run a 240v 40a line for double wall oven Run a 240v 30a line for speed oven Run a 120v 20a line for the range hood Run a 120v 20a line for the dish washer Run a 120v 20a line for the garbage disposal and air switch Run a 1 | — | OSCAR IZARRA | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 731 RITNER 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. New air handler, 3 ton AC, ductwork, and 18 diffusers | — | SIMON B AGUASVIVAS | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2033 DIAMOND ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | — | C | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 24 S REDFIELD ST | AlterationsInstall drain,waste, vent and water supply lines for 2 Toilets, 2 vanities, 2 tub, 2 washer boxes and 2 kitchen sinks | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 209-11 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS AT THE 3RD AND 4TH FLOORS TO CREATE SIX (6) NEW DWELLING UNITS. EXISTING OCCUPANCY AT THE 1ST FLOOR AND EXISTING TWO (2) DWELLING UNITS AT THE 2ND FLOOR TO REMAIN. FOR A PARTIAL CHANGE IN USE AND OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION TO GROUP R-2 (EIGHT (8) UNITS TOTAL). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IEBC AND PHC APPROVAL. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND FIR | 8 | RJ CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC | C | 19106 |