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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 5300 CHESTNUT ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)FOR THE DOCUMENTATIONS OF A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR RETAIL SALES- CONSUMER GOODS AND RETAIL SALES- FOOD, BEVERAGES, AND GROCERIES AT FIRST FLOOR. *********************NO WORK APPROVED ON THIS PERMIT. *************************** | — | — | 19139 | |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 5837 LUDLOW ST | AlterationsInstalling 8 Fixtures 2 Lavs 2 Toilets 2 Washers 2 Shower/tubs |
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| THOMAS UHL |
| 19139 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 5044 PARRISH ST | AlterationsAMENDED 07.02.26 TO INCLUDE Repairing House Drain. REPLACING HOUSE TRAP AND FRESH AIR INLET | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 4934 ASPEN ST | Addition and/or Alteration- Furnish and install switches, receptacles, devices, lighting and smoke alarms for a complete re-wire - All equipment will be energized using romex type cabling - Furnish and install materials and equipment for 200 AMP electrical service - All work will comply to the standards to the 2017 National Electric Code | — | Tobias Stoutenburgh | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 6040 SPRUCE ST | Make Safe Permit For RPFOR THE STRUCTURAL REPAIR TO EXTERIOR PORCH, WALL, JOISTS AND ROOF TO RESOLVE CASE #682894. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #682894. ** SPECIAL INSPECTIONS REQUIRED ** | — | Benito Contreras | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 5601-07 RACE ST | New ConstructionFOR INSTALLATION OF 4-INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE, 4-INCH BACKFLOW PREVENTER AND FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS, HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS AND NFPA 13R. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 4610 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A TENANT FIT-OUT TO INCLUDE A CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY TO THE FIRST FLOOR LEVEL OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. FOR A MERCANTILE OCCUPANCY. 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 SPACE IS NOT SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | ABIOLA CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 4528 SANSOM ST | 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 275 S 60TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE LEGALIZATION OF BREACH IN WALL BETWEEN 275 & 277 S 60TH ST. UNITY OF USE APPROVED UNDER ZP-2026-001551. | 1 | BARRINGTON RENOVATION AND REPAIR LLC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 5220 SANSOM ST | AlterationsNew fixtures with piping to include: 1 water closet, 1 lavatory, 1 shower/tub unit, 1 kitchen sink, and 1 laundry sink. All work per 2019 PPC Section 919 Single Stack Waste and Vent. | — | JBEG Development And Contracting LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 5420 LOCUST ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL 200AMP SERVICE, WIRING THROUGHOUT, INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, OUTLETS, SWITCHES, SMOKE DETECTORS, GROUNDING | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 422 N SICKELS ST | Alterationsreplace existing curb trap and fai | — | Eric Slifkin | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 4528 SANSOM ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2021-008742. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (2) stucco c/w 4526, 4530 Sansom. Install sheathing if necessary at 4530 Sansom. Install front porch support column c/w 4526 Sansom. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front. | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 5837 LUDLOW ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 200-Amps service with 2 gang, and 100Amp per each panel. Install lights throughout each unit. install outlets throughout. Install smoke detectors hardwired interconnected at each apartment. Install baseboard heaters at each apartment. Install lines for all appliances. | — | GALAXY ELECTRIC LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 21 S YEWDALL 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 | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 4931-59 SPRUCE ST | Rough-InRough-In Permit for EP-2026-006031 Wiring and Installing all Outlets, Lights, Switches and Device, Smoke Detectors and Fire Alarms and a new Service 2,500 Amp 3-Phase and 150 Amp Disconnects and Panels to each apartment | — | HARTE ELECTRICS INC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 280 S 52ND ST | Change of UsePersonal Services | — | SCL Consulting LLC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 5300 CHESTNUT ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Consumer Goods; Retail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries | — | — | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 5531 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 8 additional duplex receptacles and 4 ceiling light fixtures 1st and 2nd floor. | — | FONTENELLE PHILOGENE | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 248 S 54TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelPHDC WO 222331 attached - replace tub, toilet, lavatory and underfloor piping per EZ standards | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 32 N REDFIELD ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 200 amps service, install lights switch receptacles, hardwired smoke detector, electrical work to be done according to current NEC 2017 | — | TEROX ELECTRIC & CONST. CORP | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 29, 2026 | 151 N CONESTOGA ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached 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. | — | Bearing Point Builders llc | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 29, 2026 | 5232 SANSOM ST | Alterationsreplace curb trap; fai | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 29, 2026 | 5022 ASPEN ST | AlterationsInstall DWV for kitchen sink, laundry, and remove & replace some branch piping in basement. | — | COLIN JOHNSON | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 29, 2026 | 4709 BROWN ST | Addition and/or Alteration100 amp service and panel, (20) 15 ampere duplex receptacle, (8) switch replacement, (4) close junction box, (4) 3-way switch replacement, (2) replace bedroom fixture, (3) new receptacle and circuit, (2) install exterior fixture, install wall fixture, install flush mount led ceiling fixture, (2) ground fault receptacle, fluorescent fixture, 20 ampere duplex receptacle, (2) 10 yr smoke detector, install smoke/co detector. fishing only | — | ANTHONY DEREK MUHAMMAD | 19139 |