2113 East Norris Street. Partial side elevation. Credit: Designblendz via the City of Philadelphia

Construction Not Yet Started at 2113 East Norris Street in Fishtown

A recent site visit by Philadelphia YIMBY has observed that construction has not yet started at a three-story two-family rowhouse at 2113 East Norris Street in Fishtown. The structure will replace a dilapidated three-story rowhome on the northeast side of the block between Amber Street and Trenton Avenue. Designed by Designblendz, the structure will span 4,389 square feet and will feature a cellar and a roof deck. Permits list Chris Steinbiss as the contractor.

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Rendering of 417-25 Callowhill Street. Credit: Bernardon.

Construction Progresses at The Keystone at 417 Callowhill Street in Northern Liberties, Lower North Philadelphia

Philly YIMBY’s recent site visit has noted sustained construction progress at The Keystone, a seven-story, 220-unit residential building underway at 417 Callowhill Street in Northern Liberties, Lower North Philadelphia. Designed by Bernardon, the building will be situated just to the north of Old City and will offer apartments ranging from studios to two-bedroom apartments, 29,980 square feet of amenities, and an expansive roof deck, and parking for 71 cars.

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151 North 3rd Street / 225 Quarry Street. Credit: Google.

Permits Issued for 151 North 3rd Street in Old City, Center City

Permits have been issued for a new multi-family building at 151 North 3rd Street (alternately 225 Quarry Street) in Old CityCenter City. Designed by Gnome Architects, the new building will rise six stories tall, with interior parking space accessible at the ground floor. Above this, there will be 11 residential units, all slated to be condos for sale. A roof deck will also be situated at the top of the building. In total, the structure will span 21,845 square feet of space. Gnome Architects is the design firm for the project.

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2702 West Harper Street prior to redevelopment. Credit: Google Maps / Street View

Permits Issued for 2702 West Harper Street in Brewerytown, North Philadelphia

Permits have been issued for the construction of a three-story residential building at 2702 West Harper Street in Brewerytown, North Philadelphia. The building will be constructed on a vacant parcel spanning 540 square feet. The project has an allocated total construction cost of $352,688 with $254,188 as the general construction cost, $19,500 for plumbing, and $16,000 for mechanical work. MC Architectural LLC is responsible for the designs.

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