Renovation

Rendering of 1723 Francis Street. Credit: Gnome Architects.

Construction Underway at The Vine, a 24-Unit Condo Development at 1723 Francis Street in Francisville, North Philadelphia

8:00 am on November 9, 2021 By Vitali Ogorodnikov

Construction has made significant headway at The Vine, a 24-unit condominium project underway at 1723 Francis Street in Francisville (alternately Fairmount), North Philadelphia. Designed by Gnome Architects, developed by the Stamm Development Group, and constructed by PB+DC (Point Builders and Design Concepts), the project consists of a renovation of the front portion of an existing three-story prewar structure, demolition of its expansive rear section, and ground-up construction of a four-story annex. The complex will hold 20,971 square feet of floor space and feature 18 parking spaces in a ground-level garage. A shared roof deck will offer green plantings, gathering and lounge space, and splendid views of the skylines of Center City, University City, and Temple University. Construction costs are listed at $1.26 million.

500-15 East Tioga Street. Looking southwest. Credit: Google Maps

Permits Issued for 69-Unit Multi-Family Renovation at 500-15 East Tioga Street in Kensington

8:00 am on October 16, 2021 By Colin LeStourgeon

Permits have been issued for the renovation of an three-story building at 500-15 East Tioga Street in Kensington. The renovation will add 69 residential units added to the structure, with some being artist studios. In total, construction work will span 69,805 square feet of space, with construction costs estimated at $2.5 million.

Rendering of Generating Facility after residential conversion.

Permits Issued for Vertical Extension at Fishtown Power Plant Redevelopment at 1325 Beach Street in Fishtown, Kensington

8:00 am on October 13, 2021 By Colin LeStourgeon

Partial permits have been issued for the Fishtown Power Plant Redevelopment, a mega-project planned at 1325 Beach Street in Fishtown on the Delaware River waterfront. The development includes a renovation of the Delaware Generating Station, a closed and abandoned power plant where construction work is already in progress, and a two-study addition atop the structure, for a combined 284 residential units inside. The permits were issued specifically for the addition, as renovations have already been underway for some time. The two additional floors will hold 68 residential units within 49,260 square feet of space. Construction costs for this portion of the project are estimated at just under $8 million.

Permits Issued for 46-Unit Residential Development at 207-11 Vine Street in Old City

8:00 am on October 12, 2021 By Vitali Ogorodnikov

Permits have been issued for the construction of a 46-unit complex at 207-11 Vine Street in the Old City section of Center City. Designed by CANNOdesign, the development’s centerpiece will be a six-story building located at 211 Vine Street that will span 61,694 square feet. The project will also involve the construction of two new townhouses, located at 207A and 207B and 209 Vine Street, a multi-family renovation of a historic prewar house at 209 Vine Street, and the addition of 18 parking spaces to the site.

Permits Issued for New Restaurant at 1800 Chestnut Street in Rittenhouse Square, Center City

7:00 am on October 4, 2021 By Tyler Massar

Permits have been issued for a new restaurant at 1800 Chestnut Street in Rittenhouse Square, Center City. Alterations will cover 1,601 square feet, replacing the Saxbys cafe, which had occupied the first floor and basement since 2018. Permits list JLL Architecture as the design professional. Construction will cost of $345,900

Rowhouse Development Makes Progress at 1602 South 13th Street in East Passyunk, South Philadelphia

7:00 am on October 3, 2021 By Tyler Massar

Construction is gaining momentum at 1602 South 13th Street in East Passyunk, South Philadelphia. The development consists of for full alterations to a single-family rowhosue built in 1915 on an iconic stretch of South 13th Street. The property originally boasted five bedrooms and one bathroom while rising three stories with a total construction area of 2,870 square feet. Full masonry work is taking place along with major alterations to the facade of the building. Concrete and brick work is being done by DeSimone Contracting.

Permits Issued for Three-Unit Residential Building at 615 South Third Street in Queen Village, South Philadelphia

7:30 am on October 2, 2021 By Tyler Massar

Permits have been issued for the construction of a four-story, three-unit residential building at 615 South Third Street in Queen Village, South Philadelphia. The project consists of major renovations to an existing building, which includes a vacant commercial space located on the ground floor. The renovated area will measure 2,905 square feet while the new addition will measure 600 square feet. A roof deck will also be built. Permits list Jianchao Li as the design professional and Christopher Lord as the contractor. Total construction cost is set at $400,000.

Permits Issued for Renovations for Historic Poth Brewery Building at 3145 Jefferson Street in Brewerytown, North Philadelphia

8:00 am on October 1, 2021 By Tyler Massar

Permits have been issued for interior alterations at the historic Poth Brewery at 3145 Jefferson Street in Brewerytown, Read More

Current view of 260 West Johnson Street. Credit: Google.

Permits Issued for Renovation at 260 West Johnson Street in Germantown, Northwest Philadelphia

7:30 am on September 13, 2021 By Colin LeStourgeon

Permits have been issued for interior renovations of 260 West Johnson Street in Germantown, Northwest Philadelphia. The project will create six residential units within the existing three-story structure. An additional apartment will be added within a carriage house also located on the property, adding a total of seven units to the lot. Greenzang Incorporated is the contractor for the project. Construction costs are estimated at $170,000.

Current view of 1325 Spruce Street. Credit: Google.

Permits Issued for Renovation of Prewar Townhouse at 1325 Spruce Street in Washington Square West, Center City

7:00 am on August 26, 2021 By Colin LeStourgeon

Permits have been issued for a multi-family renovation of a four-story prewar building at 1325 Spruce Street in Washington Square West, Center City. Upon completion, the building will be refitted to house nine residential units. The renovations are expected to cost $207,350. D N Construction Company is listed as the project’s contractor.

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