Philadelphia building permit report
Philadelphia issued 683 building permits in the week starting November 4.
Source: Philadelphia open data · Updated November 11, 2026 · Free to cite with a link to this page.
Permits by trade (week starting November 4)
| Trade | Permits | vs. prior week |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen & bath remodel | 464 | — |
| Plumbing | 211 | — |
| Electrical | 165 | — |
| HVAC | 126 | — |
| New construction | 115 | — |
| Roofing | 85 | — |
| Windows, doors & siding | 64 | — |
| Demolition & restoration | 41 | — |
| Pools & outdoor | 11 | — |
| Solar | 10 | — |
Busiest ZIP codes right now
- 19104: 30 permits
- 19148: 22 permits
- 19125: 18 permits
- 19140: 17 permits
- 19133: 17 permits
Largest recent projects
- This city doesn't publish declared values.
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Quick answers
How many building permits did Philadelphia issue last week?
Philadelphia issued 683 building permits in the week starting November 4.
Which trades had the most permits in Philadelphia?
Kitchen & bath remodel: 464, Plumbing: 211, Electrical: 165, HVAC: 126, New construction: 115.
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