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YIMBY Shares In-Depth Detail on 188-Unit Mixed-Use Development Slated for Construction at 1527 Callowhill Street in Franklintown

8:00 am on July 20, 2026 By Vitali Ogorodnikov

Philly YIMBY recently shared renderings and proposal details for a for an eight-story, 188-unit mixed-use development planned at 1527 Callowhill Street in Franklintown, Lower North Philadelphia, as outlined in a recent submission to the city’s Civic Design Review committee; today we take a closer look at the planned project. The 208,000-square-foot, 95-foot-tall structure (measured from the average ground plane to the top of the roof access pilot house) will rise at the northeast corner of Callowhill Street and North 16th Street and will offer rental apartments, ground-floor retail, a green roof, and parking for 24 cars and 63 bicycles. The project team includes Omega Home Builders as the developer and Designblendz Architecture as the designer.

Renderings Reveal 188-Unit Mixed-Use Building Proposed at 1527 Callowhill Street in Franklintown

8:00 am on July 15, 2026 By Vitali Ogorodnikov

A recent submission to Philadelphia’s Civic Design Review committee outlines a proposal for an eight-story, 188-unit mixed-use development planned at 1527 Callowhill Street in Franklintown, Lower North Philadelphia. The new building will replace an existing parking lot situated at the northeast corner of Callowhill Street and North 16th Street. Developed by Omega Home Builders and designed by Designblendz Architecture, the project will span 208,000 square feet, ground-floor retail, parking for 24 cars and 63 bicycles, and a green roof.

Permit Issued for 89-Unit Mixed-Use Building at 1832-46 Germantown Avenue in North Philadelphia East

8:00 am on April 24, 2026 By YIMBY Team

A construction permit has been issued for a five-story mixed-use development at 1832-46 Germantown Avenue in North Philadelphia East. The project site spans a large assembled parcel along Germantown Avenue near Cecil B. Moore Avenue. The development is being carried out by MCG Germantown LLC. Design work is led by Designblendz Architecture LLP, with Omega Home Builders listed as the general contractor.

Permit Issued for Nine-Unit Building at 8-10 Osborn Street in Manayunk, Northwest Philadelphia

8:00 am on April 22, 2026 By YIMBY Team

A zoning permit has been issued for the construction of a three-story, nine-unit multi-family building at 8-10 Osborn Street in Manayunk, Northwest Philadelphia. The project consolidates two parcels into a single development site, with the primary permit filed under 10 Osborn Street. Permits list Designblendz Architecture as the architect for the project, JA Builders LLC as the contractor, and G5 Realty Holdings LLC as the owner.

Permits Issued for Multi-Family Development at 336 North 52nd Street in Haddington, West Philadelphia

7:30 am on December 28, 2025 By YIMBY Team

Recently issued permits outline plans for a three-story, four-unit multi-family building planned at 336 North 52nd Street in Haddington, West Philadelphia. The attached residential structure will rise from a currently vacant parcel and will feature a full basement. Architectural plans were prepared by Designblendz Architecture, with AIMES LLC listed as the contractor.

Permits Issued for Seven-Story Building at 500 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard in Northern Liberties

8:00 am on June 18, 2025 By YIMBY Team

Permits have been issued for a seven-story residential development proposed at 500 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard in Northern Liberties, replacing a surface parking area along the Delaware River waterfront. The project, also known by its alternate address of 501 North Front Street, will deliver 97 apartment units in a by-right construction permitted under the site’s CMX-4 zoning designation. According to permit filings, the total construction cost is estimated at $10.35 million, with $10 million allocated to general building construction and $350,000 dedicated to excavation.

Permits Issued for 2976 Richmond Street in Port Richmond, Philadelphia

8:00 am on May 27, 2025 By YIMBY Team

Permits have been issued for a four-story, 15-unit mixed-use project at 2976 Richmond Street in Port Richmond, Philadelphia. The project site spans 4,800 square feet and is located between Salmon Street and East Indiana Avenue. The building will include commercial space on the ground floor. DesignBlendz Architecture is listed as the architect, and Glenwood Engineering LLC is the structural consultant. CityLife Collective LLC will serve as the contractor.

Permits Issued for 4134 Pennsgrove Street in Belmont, West Philadelphia

8:00 am on April 24, 2025 By YIMBY Team

Permits have been issued for a three-story residence at 4134 Pennsgrove Street in Belmont, West Philadelphia. The project site is situated between Westminster Avenue, North Holly Street, Mantua Avenue, North 41st Street, and Pennsgrove Street. Designed by Designblendz, the development will feature a basement. Liberty Star Management LLC is listed as the project contractor. Permits indicate a construction cost of $591,300, with the full amount allocated to general construction.

3351 North 19th Street. Front elevation. Credit: Designblendz via the city of Philadelphia

Permits Issued for 3351 North 19th Street in Nicetown-Tioga, North Philadelphia

8:00 am on January 26, 2025 By Vitali Ogorodnikov

Permits have been issued for the construction of a four-story, six-unit residential building at 3351 North 19th Street in Nicetown-Tioga, North Philadelphia. The new building will rise from a large vacant lot located on the southeast corner of Ontario and North 19th streets. Designed by Designblendz, the building will span 4,240 square feet. Permits list J&T Construction as the contractor.

3345 North 19th Street. Building elevation. Credit: Designblendz via the City of Philadelphia Department of Planning and Development

Permits Issued for 3345 North 19th Street in Nicetown-Tioga, North Philadelphia

8:00 am on April 25, 2024 By Vitali Ogorodnikov

Permits have been issued for the construction of a four-story, three-unit residential building at 3345 North 19th Street in Nicetown-Tioga, North Philadelphia. The new development will rise from a vacant lot situated on the east side of the block between West Westmoreland and Ontario streets. Designed by Designblendz, the structure will span 4,447 square feet. Permits list J&T Construction as the contractor.

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