Philadelphia · Frankford · #CP-2025-003001
2365 Orthodox St
2365 Orthodox St, Frankford, PA · 25 homes, apartments
About this project
A four-story building with 25 dwelling units and roof decks at 2365 Orthodox Street in Frankford, using mixed-income housing and green roof bonuses.
Official description: NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A FOUR (4) STORY, TWENTY FIVE (25) FAMILY DWELLING WITH ROOF DECKS AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. *2018 IBC REVIEW**MIXED INCOME HOUSING AND GREEN ROOF BONUSES USED*
- Applicant
- 2365 ORTHODOX LLC
- Contractor
- CLEAR LIGHT ELECTRIC LLC
- Plan type
- Building permit (new construction)
- Land use
- R-2 Residential (>2 Dwellings)|Unknown/Other
- Status
- Permit issued
Filing history
- 2025-09-03 · #CP-2025-003001 · Building permit (new construction) · 25 lots/units
- 2025-02-03 · #ZP-2024-012017 · Building permit (new construction)
The full picture AI research · Nov 1, 2026
A four-story apartment building with 25 homes is proposed at 2365 Orthodox Street in Frankford, Northeast Philadelphia. It would have roof decks. A news report says it would also have some commercial space on the ground floor. The building would total about 28,700 square feet, with a cellar below.
The site appears to have been a vacant lot for years. That detail comes from a reader comment, not from official records.
The city's zoning code normally allows 15 units here. Seven more units come from a mixed-income bonus, and three more from a green-roof bonus. Three of the apartments, or 10%, would be offered at affordable rates. Permits were reported as issued in September 2025. The reported construction cost is $1.5 million. No opposition or hearing coverage was found.
What it could mean nearby
- Adds 25 homes, including three affordable ones, on what appears to be a long-vacant lot.
- Parking: the news report lists nine indoor bicycle spaces and does not mention car parking. A reader comment raised concern about limited street parking nearby.
- A green roof and roof decks add some planted and outdoor space, but none of it would be public.
- Construction would bring temporary jobs and activity to the block.
Where it stands
Permits were reported as issued in September 2025, so the project appears to have cleared city review. Construction usually follows, then inspections and a certificate of occupancy before tenants move in. No construction progress was found online.
- Sep 7, 2025 News outlet reported building permits issued for the 25-unit building
- Sep 3, 2025 Latest county filing for the project
Want to weigh in? Permits are already issued, so no further public hearing is known. Residents can raise concerns with the Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections or their City Council district office.
Who's behind it
2365 Orthodox LLC · The county filing names this company as the project entity, and no company website or information on its other projects was found.
Around the web
- Permits Issued for 25-Unit Mixed-Use Building at 2365 Orthodox Street in Frankford, Northeast PhiladelphiaPhillyYIMBY · Sep 7, 2025Reports permits for a four-story, 25-unit building with 3 affordable units, zoning bonuses, and a $1.5 million construction cost.
Planning terms explained
- CMX-2
- A Philadelphia zoning category for neighborhood mixed-use areas that allows apartments with shops or offices.
- Mixed-income housing bonus
- Extra units the city allows in exchange for setting aside some apartments at affordable rents.
- Green roof bonus
- Extra units allowed when a building includes a planted roof that helps manage stormwater and heat.
- Cellar
- A level below ground, usually used for storage or utilities.
- Class 1 bicycle parking
- Secure, covered bike storage meant for residents or long-term use.
Researched by AI from public sources on Nov 1, 2026. It can make mistakes, so check the linked sources and the municipality before relying on it.
Scope estimate for contractors
Estimated construction value: $6.0M
- ~150 roofing squares
- ~25 HVAC systems
- ~25 kitchens / 50+ bathrooms
- ~25,000 sq ft of finished living space
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