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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 2205 KATER ST | Addition and/or AlterationRenovation of existing SFH. Rear & 3rd fl addition with pilot house and roof deck. Foundation work. No underpinning. | — | Ben Franklin Builders LLC | 19146 | |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 1414 S 18TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND 1.5” COMBINED SERVICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE BUILDING. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. |
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| ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC |
| 19146 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 2026 KATER ST | New construction, addition, GFA change3rd floor and rear 2nd floor addition to an existing two-story single family structure with roof deck and roof access structure as per approved plan NTE 38' in height. | — | Common Practice Design Studio, LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 1431 FITZWATER 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 2118 SAINT ALBANS ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR AND VERTICAL ADDITION, ROOF DECK, AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE ON AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | ZACHARY TORRES | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 2221-25 SOUTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationTemporary Electrical service 100a meter, panel, (4) 20a dedicated circuits and all grounding | — | BARRY HASSAN | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 2518 ELLSWORTH ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-004405 | — | Tafani Plumbing LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 1607 SOUTH ST | Change of UseEating and Drinking Establishments - Sit-Down Restaurant | — | — | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 2401 WASHINGTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInterior electrical fit-out for a new cafe. Work is limited to the installation of new lighting fixtures, convenience outlets, and dedicated circuits for cafe equipment (espresso machines, refrigeration, and POS systems). All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per approved plans. | — | OMAR RIVERA | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 1200-08 S BROAD ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-002499 | — | MV Homes, Inc | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 27, 2026 | 2140 CHRISTIAN 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. 1st and 2nd floors - 80K BTU furnace, 3 ton AC, ductwork, and 14 diffusers. 3rd floor - (2) 9K btu mini splits hyper heat | — | SERG SERGMAN LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 26, 2026 | 1267 S 22ND ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries; Retail Sales - Consumer Goods; Retail Sales - Convenience Sales | — | — | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 26, 2026 | 2326 FITZWATER ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING 1-STORY PORTION AT THE REAR OF AN EXISTING 3-STORY STRUCTURE, AND THE ERECTION OF A ROOF DECK ACCESSED BY A ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE ABOVE THE THIRD STORY OF AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING; SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | TOMMY TRAN | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 1004 S 20TH ST | New ConstructionNEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE-STORY BUILDING WITH BASEMENT AND PRIVATE ROOF DECK/PILOT HOUSE FOR USE AS A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED. NO EXCAVATION IN EXCESS OF 5 FEET. *2018 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 2 | Walnut St Development LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 1800 LOMBARD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, DOORS, FIXTURES, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. | 1 | DUPUY CONSTRUCTION SERVICES INC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2705 INGRAM ST | ExcavationEXCAVATION WORK ASSOCIATED WITH NEW CONSTRUCTION BUILDING (SEE PERMIT CP-2026-000479) AS PER APPROVED PLANS. WORK TO INCLUDE UNDERPINNING OF ADJACENT BUILDING TO BE MONITORED BY A PA LICENSED PE AT ALL TIMES. *2018 IBC REVIEW* | — | SRV SERVICES LLC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2513 FEDERAL ST | New Construction or AdditionsADDITION AND CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO CREATE A TRIPLEX. EXTERIOR INSTALLATION OF CURB TRAP, FAI, MAIN DRAIN, AND 1" WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. 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 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2307 GRAYS FERRY AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 909 S 26TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN NFPA 13R FIRE-SUPPRESSION SYSTEM FOR A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING SERVICED BY A TWO (2) INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2-INCH WILKINS 950XLT2BFSS BACKFLOW PREVENTER AND AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM TO INCLUDE A GENERAL ECONO FIRE-PUMP. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2705 INGRAM ST | ExcavationFOR EXCAVATION WORK AS PER APPROVED PLANS SIMULATANEOUSLY WITH 2705 & 2709 INGRAM ST. | — | SRV SERVICES LLC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2705 INGRAM ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-001073 | — | SRV SERVICES LLC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2130 CATHARINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the erection of a three story addition over an existing accessory garage structure to create an accessory dwelling unit. Size and locations per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. | — | CityLife Collective LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1526 REED ST | EZ Exterior Window and Door 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 3510 WHARTON ST | Party Wall ProtectionFor 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1512 CHRISTIAN ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. INSTALLATION TO INCLUDE 2" FIRE SERVICE LINE AND 2." DC WILKINS 950 XLT2 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Michael J Mccullough jr | C | 19146 |