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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 3200-22 ARCH ST | AlterationsINTERIOR 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 2021 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | E. J. RAITH MECHANICAL INC. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 |
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| 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. |
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| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 3200-22 ARCH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFIT-OUT OF SHELL COMMERCIAL SPACE (SEE NEW CONSTRUCTION PERMIT CP-2022-003830) FOR A SIT-DOWN RESTAURANT (RETAIL BAKERY) AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2021 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 1 | HUNTER ROBERTS HOLDINGS LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 3822 ASPEN ST | AlterationsCurb Trap, F.A.I & Main House Drain Sealing of private lateral sewer in rear yard | — | ASV PLUMBING LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 3601-37 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Relocate (56) existing sprinkler heads to accommodate interior alterations | — | Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 4272 VIOLA ST | Addition and/or AlterationA LTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE, DETAILS PER PLAN. NO EXCAVATION IN BASEMENT. | — | MAKE YOUR DREAM HAPPEN LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 4235 OSAGE AVE | 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 | — | Nuview Construction LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 3655-75 MARKET ST | SignFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) ACCESSORY ANIMATED ILLUMINATION FREESTANDING DIGITAL SIGN. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ******SEPARATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED. ******* | — | — | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 716 N 40TH ST | New ConstructionInstall 800a, 1ph 120/240v main service with 13 gang meter bank for (12) apartments and common areas. Install all wiring, lighting, device throughout as per plans. Install fire alarm system as per plans. Install low voltage wiring for tv ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. | — | Baldwin Electrical Construction LLc | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 500 OSLER CIR | 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 | — | TRACEY MECHANICAL INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 3501 CIVIC CENTER BLVD | SignFOR THE INSTALLATION OF TWO (2) ILLUMINATED BUILDING IDENTIFICATION SIGNS ALONG CIVIC CENTER BLVD AND EAST SERVICE DRIVE, READING “ROBERTS CHILDREN’S HEALTH” WITH LOGO, AS PER APPROVED PLAN. | — | — | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4422 LARCHWOOD AVE | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | FAB RENOVATIONS | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 517 S 45TH ST | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF RESIDENTIAL ROOF MOUNTED SOLAR PANELS AND RELATED APPURTENANCES AS NOTED ON THE APPROVED PLANS. 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. ** NO STATIONARY STORAGE BATTERY SYSTEMS WITH THIS PERMIT ** | — | — | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 841 BROOKLYN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | INGRAMS DRAIN & SEWER INC | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4087 1/2 LANCASTER AVE | Change of UseChild Care - Child Care Center | — | — | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 323 S 44TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | BRIAN ECKENRODE | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4029 LANCASTER AVE | Minor DemolitionCOMPLETE DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING SEMI-DETACHED (PARKING LOT ON ONE SIDE) THREE-STORY, MASONRY AND WOOD COMMERCIAL BUILDING BY HAND METHODS. ALL PERMITTED DEMOLITION ACTIVITY TO BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED SITE SAFETY DEMOLITION PLAN & SUCH PLAN TO BE MAINTAINED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES IN ACCORDANCE WITH PHILADELPHIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE. COMPLETE SIDEWALK CLOSURE REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE IBC. SEPARATE STREET CLOSURE PERMIT REQUIRED PRIOR TO START OF WORK. ANY DEVIATION WI | — | DEMOLAB & CONSTRUCTION | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4112 LANCASTER 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. 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 AND PLUMBING. | — | 4041 CORPORATION | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1 N 30TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (STARBUCKS TENANT FIT-OUT) AT KIOSK / SPACE B1452 WITHOUT A CHANGE IN USE OR OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION. EXISTING BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IEBC AND PHC APPROVAL. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. | 1 | INTECH CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4401 HAVERFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall lighting, switches, lighting controls, receptacles, telecommunications wiring, and provide power to equipment as per 2017 NEC. Install fire alarm as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | JAMAAL STERLING | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4401 HAVERFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical alterations associated with the renovation of portions of the existing 3rd and 4th floors of an existing nursing home, including power, lighting, fire alarm, nurse call, and equipment connections, per approved plans-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. | — | JAMAAL STERLING | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4109 WALNUT ST | SignFOR THE ERECTION OF TWO (2) STATIC ILLUMINATED WALL SIGNS ON AN EXISTING STRUCTURE AND TWO (2) STATIC ILLUMINATED FREESTANDING SIGNS. 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 | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4017 BROWN ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT A THREE (3) STORY TWO-FAMILY DWELLING TO INCLUDE A ONE-AND-A-HALF (1-1/2 INCH) COMBINED DOMESTIC AND FIRE SERVICE LINE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE RP-2026-004748 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | Michael J Mccullough jr | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 4109 WALNUT ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF TWO (2) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED WALL SIGNS AND TWO (2) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED FREESTANDING SIGNS (NO INCREASE IN SIZE, HEIGHT, OR DEGREE OF ILLUMINATION). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | STEPHANIE RUMER | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 758 BROOKLYN ST | Major DemolitionCOMPLETE DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING DETACHED TWO-STORY, WOOD FRAMING, MASONRY AND WOOD RESIDENTIAL BUILDING BY MECHANICAL METHODS. ALL PERMITTED DEMOLITION ACTIVITY TO BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED SITE SAFETY DEMOLITION PLAN & SUCH PLAN TO BE MAINTAINED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES IN ACCORDANCE WITH PHILADELPHIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE. COMPLETE SIDEWALK CLOSURE REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE IBC. SEPARATE STREET CLOSURE PERMIT REQUIRED PRIOR TO START OF WORK. ANY DEVIATION WILL REQUIRE A | — | PEDRO PALMER CONSTRUCTION INC | 19104 |