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File No. 3600-CIVIC-CENTER-BLVD

3600 Civic Center Blvd

Neighborhood
University City
Records on file
14
First filed Aug 26, 2025Last activity Oct 23, 2026

On the record

Distress signals the city holds against this parcel — back taxes, open code violations, and unsafe designations.

2 violations on file

  • Violation Oct 1, 2025OPEN

    SUPPRESSION SYSTEM TESTING & MAINTENANCE

  • Violation Oct 1, 2025OPEN

    SMOKE CONTROL SYSTEM RECORDS

The docket

12 entries

  1. Issued Oct 23, 2026

    Permit issued — Sign

    FOR THE INSTALLATION OF TWO (2) NEW EXTERIOR, INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED "MIDDLEMAN CENTER" BUILDING IDENTIFICATION SIGNS, ONE (1) ON THE NORTH ELEVATION AND ONE (1) ON THE SOUTH ELEVATION, EACH APPROX. 1,731.1 SF, INCLUDING ASSOCIATED STRUCTURAL SUPPORTS AND ATTACHMENTS TO THE EXISTING BUILDING, AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING SIGNAGE TO REMAIN. SEPARATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED. NO OTHER WORK UNDER THIS PERMIT.

  2. Issued Oct 15, 2026

    Permit issued — Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)

    FOR THE ERECTION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED EXTERIOR FLAT WALL SIGN (INDIVIDUAL FACE-LIT CHANNEL LETTERS AND LOGO, APPROXIMATELY 28’-6 9/16” X 1’-6” = 43 SF), ACCESSORY TO A MEDICAL FACILITY, MOUNTED ON THE EXISTING CANOPY ALONG THE NORTH ELEVATION OF THE BUILDING; SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPROVED PLAN. · contractor: Pennoni Associates, Inc.

  3. Issued Oct 7, 2026

    Permit issued — Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)

    For the expansion of the two existing building identification signs. Size and location per plan. · contractor: Pennoni Associates, Inc.

  4. Issued Jul 31, 2026

    Permit issued — Addition and/or Alterations

    FOR 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. · contractor: SOUTHLAND INDUSTRIES, INC.

  5. Issued Jun 25, 2026

    Permit issued — Addition and/or Alteration

    Install 6 EV level two chargers Install new panel and transformer Install conduit ,disconnects, and wire ,bollards for mechanical protection to be installed. ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC. · contractor: SHELLY ELECTRIC CO INC

  6. Issued Apr 21, 2026

    Permit issued — Alterations

    Demo existing sanitary, vent, and domestic water of existing kitchen in existing auditorium space. Furnish and Install (2) water closets, (2) lavatories, (1) water cooler, and (1) 30 gallon water heater. · contractor: SOUTHLAND INDUSTRIES, INC.

  7. Issued Apr 16, 2026

    Permit issued — Addition and/or Alterations

    FOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* · contractor: SOUTHLAND INDUSTRIES, INC.

  8. Issued Feb 23, 2026

    Permit issued — Addition and/or Alteration

    Installation of a complete fire alarm system, including fire alarm control equipment, initiating devices, notification appliances, and all associated wiring. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC, 2016 NFPA 72 and per approved plans. · contractor: HATZEL & BUEHLER INC

  9. Issued Jan 13, 2026

    Permit issued — Addition and/or Alteration

    Furnish and install electrical wiring and power for lighting, lighting controls, exit signs, emergency lighting, and receptacle outlets serving the auditorium, closets, control room, offices, catering preparation areas, and food retail spaces. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. (FIRE ALARM IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS PERMIT) · contractor: HATZEL & BUEHLER INC

  10. Issued Jan 6, 2026

    Permit issued — Addition and/or Alterations

    EZ 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. MK FIRE PROTECTION TO RELOCATE 75 SPRINKLER HEADS · contractor: MK FIRE PROTECTION & SUPPLY, LLC

  11. Issued Dec 15, 2025

    Permit issued — Addition and/or Alteration

    FOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS WITH NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION. *AMEND 3/2/2026; REVISED FLOOR PLANS PER AMENDED CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS* · contractor: LF Driscoll Company LLC · 1 units

  12. Issued Aug 26, 2025

    Permit issued — 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

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Sources: Phila. Dept. of Records (deeds), L&I (permits, licenses & violations), Dept. of Revenue (tax delinquencies). Data reflects the public record as of our last weekly ingest; last activity on file October 23, 2026. Verify independently before relying on it.