5542-44 Ridge Avenue. Photo by Jamie Meller. September 2023

Construction Complete at Ridge Flats at 5542 Ridge Avenue in Wissahickon, Northwest Philadelphia

Philadelphia YIMBY’s recent site visit has confirmed that construction is complete at Ridge Flats, a three-story, 50-unit mixed-use building at 5542-44 Ridge Avenue in WissahickonNorthwest Philadelphia. The development is situated on the west side of the block between Seville and Markle streets. Designed by HDO Architecture, the structure spans 45,500 square feet and features commercial space on the ground floor as well as multiple roof decks. Construction costs are listed at $6.8 million.

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308 Porter Street Front Elevation

Permits Issued for 308 Porter Street in Whitman, South Philadelphia

Permits have been issued for the construction of a three-story single-family row house with a finished basement at 308 Porter Street in Whitman, South Philadelphia. The project site is located on a parcel bound by Galloway Street, South 3rd Street, and Shunk Street, facing Porter Street. The Ramtin Group is responsible for the designs. Permits list Armand Builders LLC as the contractor and specify a total construction cost of $230,000. Daku Group LLC is listed as the permit holder.

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4217 Mantua Avenue Section 2

Permits Issued for 4217 Mantua Avenue in Belmont, West Philadelphia

Permits have been issued for the construction of a four-story residential building at 4217 Mantua Avenue in Belmont, West Philadelphia. The building will be located on a vacant lot spanning 1,454 square feet, situated on a block bound by Belmont Avenue, Girard Avenue, and 42nd Street, facing Mantua Street. The project proposal includes the construction of a four-story building on a vacant parcel spanning an area of 1,536 square feet. Plato Studio is listed as the design professional. Permits list Yona Construction LLC as the contractor. Construction costs are specified at $700,000.

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2240-44 Franklin Street Elevation

Permits Issued For 2240 North Franklin Street in North Philadelphia East

Permits have been issued for a residential project proposed for development at 2240-44 North Franklin Street in North Philadelphia East. The project proposal includes the construction of a new three-story building offering three residential units. The building will be located on a lot spanning 4,241 square feet, situated on a block bound by Susquehanna Street, Dauphin Street, and 8th Street, facing Franklin Street. The project will bring three buildings on three parcels. Anthony Maso Architecture & Design LLC is listed as the design professional. Construction costs are specified at $385,143.

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2013 Germantown Avenue Site View

Permits Issued For 2013 Germantown Avenue, Norris Square

Permits have been issued for the construction of a three-story residential development at 2013 Germantown in Norris-Square. The building will be located on a vacant lot, situated on a block bound by Randolph Street, 6th Street, and Diamond Street, facing Norris Street. Plans call for the construction of a three-story wood-frame attached structure to be used as a two-family residential building. The development will yield a total built-up area spanning 2,940 square feet. 24/7 Design Group LLC is listed as the design professional. H&M Development LLC is the permit holder. Permits list MEZ Renovation LLC as the contractor.

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