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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 2672 BRADDOCK ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A 2-INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE FOR AN AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SPRINKLER SYSTEM WITH A 2 INCH WILKINS 950XLT3 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13R. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 |
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| Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-000878 |
| — |
| CHAMPION ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS LLC |
| C |
| 19125 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 2506 SEPVIVA ST | Minor DemolitionMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH UNSAFE VIOLATION CF-2026-017781 TO INCLUDE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF EXISTING STRUCTURE. EXISTING STRUCTURE TO BE DEMOLISHED BY A HAND AND HAND-HELD EQUIPMENT ONLY PER APPROVED PLANS. PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION TO BE IN PLACE PRIOR TO START OF WORK AND TO BE MAINTAINED DURING ALL DEMOLITION ACTIVITIES. * A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE IBC. SEPARATE BUILDING AND/OR STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMITS ARE REQUIR | — | FIRST CALL DEMOLITION LLC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 1808 FRANKFORD AVE | New ConstructionInstall a 600-amp electrical service, including wiring and equipment as required with four (4) meter packs, including proper grounding and bonding. Install one (1) 100-amp subpanel for the house panel, one (1) 200-amp subpanel for the commercial space, and one (1) 125-amp subpanel for each of the two (2) dwelling units. Provide electrical wiring throughout the building, including installation of lighting fixtures, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting, telecommunication wiring and recept | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 1600 E BERKS ST | New ConstructionEZ 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. Install (2) 92% 40K BTU furnaces, (2) 2 Ton AC units, ductwork, and 14 diffusers | — | AL-KAUN CO | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 1600 E BERKS ST | New ConstructionEZ 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. Install (2) 92% 40K BTU furnaces, (2) 2 Ton AC units, ductwork, and 14 diffusers | — | AL-KAUN CO | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 2600-04 KENSINGTON AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE ERECTION OF TWO (2) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED DOUBLE-FACED ACCESSORY PROJECTING SIGNS AND THREE (3) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY WALL SIGNS. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | SEPTA | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 1600 E BERKS ST | New ConstructionEZ 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. Install (2) 92% 40K BTU furnaces, (2) 2 Ton AC units, ductwork, and 14 diffusers | — | AL-KAUN CO | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 2470 EMERALD ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-002724 | — | LAWRENCE PLBG HTG & HOME IMPROVMTS | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 1600 E BERKS ST | New ConstructionEZ 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. Install (2) 92% 40K BTU furnaces, (2) 2 Ton AC units, ductwork, and 14 diffusers | — | AL-KAUN CO | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 1606 E HEWSON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | EXCEL PLUMBING HEATING & AC INC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 1600 E BERKS ST | New ConstructionEZ 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. Install (2) 92% 40K BTU furnaces, (2) 2 Ton AC units, ductwork, and 14 diffusers | — | AL-KAUN CO | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 1600 E BERKS ST | New ConstructionEZ 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. Install (2) 92% 40K BTU furnaces, (2) 2 Ton AC units, ductwork, and 14 diffusers | — | AL-KAUN CO | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 2517 A ST | AlterationsCurb trap fresh air inlet | — | EDWARD HUGHES & SONS , INC. | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 1321 E BERKS ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 867 E THOMPSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationOutlets, switches, lighting and installing the lines in the panel | — | J R'S ELECTRIC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 867 E THOMPSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior alterations to an existing 2-story single family house. Alterations to rear masonry portion of the structure. No excavations below 5 feet for repair of two supports. | — | TESSERA CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 2334 E FLETCHER ST | Alterationscurb trap fresh air inlet | — | EDWARD HUGHES & SONS , INC. | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 2153 E LEHIGH AVE | Change of UseLimited Industrial; Eating and Drinking Establishments - Sit-Down Restaurant | — | RE VISION ARCHITECTURE | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 428 BELGRADE 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 950XL3 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 2317 AMBER ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-004085 | — | THOMAS UHL | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 2518 N WATER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor removal and reconstruction of the first floor rear, and for 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. | — | Benito Contreras | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 1148-62 FRANKFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS AND PARTIAL CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY PER APPROVED PLANS. WORK AREA TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION. | 1 | LJM PARTNERS LLC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 2619 E HAGERT ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | THOMAS UHL | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 819 ALMOND 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. 92% 60K BTU furnace, 3 ton AC, ductwork, and 10 diffusers | — | AC COMFORT SERVICE INC | 19125 |