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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 1544 OGDEN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of an attached structure with cellar to use as single family household living ( affordable housing unit). size and location as shown in the plan. | — | MARSHALL SABATINI PC | 19130 | |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 863 N 15TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED 2-STORY STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING (AFFORDALE HOUSING UNIT); SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. |
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| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 845 N 16TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of an attached structure with cellar to use as single family household living (affordable housing unit). size and location as shown in the plan. | — | MARSHALL SABATINI PC | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 2417 PEROT 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 | — | — | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 1610 OGDEN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of an attached structure with cellar to use as single family household living (affordable housing unit). size and location as shown in the plan. | — | MARSHALL SABATINI PC | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 1437 OGDEN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a two-story attached structure with a full basement. Size and location per plan. | — | MARSHALL SABATINI PC | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 851 N 16TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeNew construction of a two story single-family structure as per approved plan, Affordable project | — | MARSHALL SABATINI PC | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 841 N 16TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of an attached structure with cellar to use as single family household living (affordable housing unit). Size and location as shown in the plan. | — | MARSHALL SABATINI PC | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 1438 OGDEN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED THREE (3) STORY STRUCTURE, FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING, SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | MARSHALL SABATINI PC | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 2601 PENNSYLVANIA AVE | Addition and/or AlterationRemodel of bathroom in 7th fl apt, replacement of fixtures, installation of 2 switches, 1 outlet, 1 wall sconce | — | Camelot Contracting LLC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 816 N 27TH ST | EZ Wall 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 | — | — | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 2630 W GIRARD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY AT FIRST-FLOOR OF EXISTING BUILDING. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION. | 1 | HYBAR CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 2931 PENNSYLVANIA AVE | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelKitchen renovation and replace kitchen sink in existing location. | — | MICHAEL J YOTSKO III | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 1630-32 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. | — | AIR MASTERS HVAC INC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 2601 PENNSYLVANIA AVE | Addition and/or AlterationINTERIOR ALTERATION TO THE BATHROOM OF UNIT 731 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. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 1 | DREMODELING LLC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 1531 GREEN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR ADDITION WITH ROOF DECK (FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY) ACCESSED BY A ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE AND THE ERECTION OF DECKS ACCESSED BY THE FIRST, SECOND, AND THIRD FLOOR LEVELS OF AN EXISTING THREE-STORY BUILDING. TO BE USED AS MULTIFAMILY (EIGHT (8) DWELLING UNITS) HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | Pace Architecture and Design | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 883 N STILLMAN 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 | — | — | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 869 N STILLMAN 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 | — | — | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 1800 W GIRARD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ KITCHEN FIRE SUPPRESSION- For the installation of New Wet Chemical Kitchen Fire Suppression System as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. To install a wet chemical fire suppression system for a 13'-6" hood system | — | Reliable Fire & Mechanical, Inc. | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 2500 SPRING GARDEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLATION OF EXTERIOR TEMPORARY EVENT STRUCTURES (UNENCLOSED) AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND PHC APPROVAL. STAIRWAYS TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 1011 OF 2018 IBC AND RAMPS TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 405 OF ICC A117.1-2009 STANDARD. *2018 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ANY ELECTRICAL WORK** | 1 | ESM Productions, LLC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 2500 SPRING GARDEN ST | 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 | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 2500 SPRING GARDEN ST | 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 | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 2729 CAMBRIDGE ST | AlterationsReplacing existing 3/4" water service. | — | CLEMENTS BROTHERS INC | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 2002 SPRING GARDEN ST | Addition and/or Alteration Install service equipment with grounding. Wire throughout. Install light fixtures, outlets, switches, smoke alarms, emergency lights, and exit signs as per 2017 NEC. Install fire alarm system . ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA72. -NOTED-NOTIFICATION APPLIANCES IN BASEMENT COMMON AREAS. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 1919-21 BRANDYWINE ST | AlterationsMoving the water and drain for the kitchen sink | — | LEUPOLD & ASSOCIATES CONTRACTING LLC | 19130 |