Updated: May 02, 2026
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Address
432 Sigel St, Philadelphia, PA, 19148
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Applied Urban Solutions Construction
We are a design/build firm in Philadelphia specializing in residential and mixed use properties. We can help you to design, approve and build new construction, complete gut renovations and demolition/rebuild projects. We take pride in being client-focused, competitively priced and respectful to all of our hardworking contractors and vendors. To find out more, visit our website or give me a call directly! I would love to hear about your project.
From BuildZoom: Applied Urban Solutions LLC, 432 Sigel St, Philadelphia, PA (Employees: Curtis Krauss and Graciela Krauss) holds a Renovation license and 4 other licenses according to the Environmental Protection Agency license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 104 ranks in the top 9% of 125,106 Pennsylvania licensed contractors.
Their license was verified as active when we last checked. If you are thinking of hiring Applied Urban Solutions LLC, we recommend double-checking their license status with the license board and using our project planner to get competitive quotes.
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Applied Urban Solutions LLC Contact Information
Phone Number: (215) 990-1981
Address: 432 Sigel St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Applied Urban Solutions LLC Reviews
4.5 out of 5 stars, based on
6
reviews
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By Yasamin M.October 30, 2021Stucco removal and siding installation, remodeling on 3 full bathrooms, kitchen renovations, millwor$150,000
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By Lana F.October 8, 2021Gut, rehab, 3rd floor addition$300,000
It was very easy to work with them. We are out of town investors, and they were able to design, approve and build our home rental unit. They kept us in the loop with periodic status reports, which included tons of photos so we, and our bank, knew what was going on. Bonus for us is that they now manage the property. Low key, high action!
Response from Applied Urban Solutions LLC February 5, 2022Thanks for the kind words, Lana! Looking forward to start the Ringgold Property and to see you and Alberto on the cat in St. John! -
By Corey A.September 9, 2021Gut renovation$200,000
AUS beautifully transformed a home that was in extreme disrepair into our dream home. Their design aesthetic and attention to detail are unrivaled as well as the personal touch they bring to every project. Your input and concerns never go ignored. Their extensive experience with building design and development allow them to complete projects on time and on budget. You will be hard-pressed to find a contractor as dedicated in the city.
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By Izak M.August 29, 2021complete gut renovation$120,000
I LOVED working with Applied Urban Solutions! I wish I had more for them to do! Beautiful design, quick approval process and a delight to watch them build my house quickly! Find the best right here!!! Love these folks!!
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By Teak W.August 29, 2021Renovation$20,000
Best Project Managers we've ever encountered! Motivated their workers to achieve greatness! Beautiful people and beautiful work!
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By Izak M.March 4, 2021
Worst project manager we’ve encountered. Failed to manage workers effectively. Caused damage to our property and showed little regard for their actions.
Response from Applied Urban Solutions LLC February 6, 2022This guy didn't hire us. He had a tree growing into my client's house, which was also the property line. Also, his yard was graded downwards into my client's house with no drainage. So, there was water intrusion into my client's home from the tree and the ground. He refused to fix these problems. He would only allow access to the area for $1,000 per day for only two days. My client had no choice but to agree so we could fix the issues. We hired an aborist to properly trim the tree, and a land engineer to properly grade the area of concern. We also replaced the rotted fence with a new one. It's completely surprising to me that this review was left here.
Building Permits by Applied Urban Solutions LLC
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
Ez interior demolition-demo wall finishes trim and other finishes from nonload bearing partition walls and remove debris.-work to be performed by owner/occupant for the interior demolition on non-bearing partition wall and ceilings as per attached standard. deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
1046438
Status:
issued
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N/A
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N/A
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Underpinning of foundation and lowering basement floor (details as shown on the plan) contractor must provide shoring to protect adjacent properties and engineer shall be at site for underpinning. no other work included on this application
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
993305
Status:
issued
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N/A
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Gut renovation to restore bedrooms bathroom and kitchen. new plumbing electric and hvac new walls floors and doors alterations at rear per plans. historical staff to review drawings & masonry sample for windows, doors dormer, cornice for approval. no work to front facade on this permit
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
1011043
Status:
issued
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N/A
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N/A
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For the erection of a new three (3) story attached structure with roof deck accessed by a pilot house to be used as single-family household living as per plans; separate permits required for all mep/fsp work; building to be fully sprinklered throughout in accordance with nfpa 13d minimum or better
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N/A
Permit #:
855217
Status:
issued
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For the erection of an attached structure (max height nte 38 ft) with cellar and an accessory roof deck for residential use only with roof access structure. size and location as shown in the application. uses -for household living single family dwelling
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N/A
Permit #:
830587
Status:
complete
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N/A
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N/A
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Interior alterations to existing 3 story building. conversion to duplex residential building. lower level unit is basement & 1st floor upper level unit is 2nd & 3rd floor
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N/A
Permit #:
999373
Status:
issued
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N/A
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Ez permit standards alterations - for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans
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Permit #:
895367
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complete
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Ez permit stadard alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans
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Permit #:
932640
Status:
complete
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Ez permit standards alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans
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Permit #:
847058
Status:
complete
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Ez permit standards alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans
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Permit #:
847056
Status:
complete
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Ez permit standards alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans
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N/A
Permit #:
847057
Status:
complete
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For the erection of an attached structure with a roof deck and roof deck access structure. size and location as shown on plans and application. for use as single family household living
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N/A
Permit #:
866698
Status:
complete
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N/A
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N/A
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For the erection of a rear second floor addition to an existing single family attached structure (size and location as shown on the plan)
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Permit #:
1012928
Status:
complete
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For the construction of an attached structure with cellar and pilothouse to access roof deck with 42-inch guard rails to be used as a single-family dwelling as per approved plans
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N/A
Permit #:
830588
Status:
complete
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N/A
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N/A
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Rear addition onto single family dwelling attached at the 2nd floor to include interior rehab of existing building as per plans
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Permit #:
1012927
Status:
issued
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N/A
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N/A
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Erection of a single family dwelling with a roof deck acessed by a pilot house
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N/A
Permit #:
980436
Status:
complete
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N/A
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N/A
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Application for the proposed new construction of a 3 story single family home
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N/A
Permit #:
980437
Status:
issued
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N/A
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N/A
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Install hvac systemm48, 000 btu 92% eff 4 tons with ductwork
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N/A
Permit #:
1004051
Status:
complete
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N/A
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N/A
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Install hvac system 40, 000 btu 97% eff 3 tons
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N/A
Permit #:
1026648
Status:
issued
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Install hvac system 60, 000 btu 97% eff 4 tons
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N/A
Permit #:
1026645
Status:
issued
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Verified License
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Applied Urban Solutions LLC License info
Verified License
| HIC # | NAT-F233008-1 |
| Status | Active |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Renovation |
| Business Type | Limited Liability Company (Llc) |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of May 2026.
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License Not Verified
| HIC # | PA114801 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Type | Home Improvement Contractor |
| Business Type | Limited Liability Company (Llc) |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of March, 2023. Check the current license status of Applied Urban Solutions LLC with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General
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Verified License
| HIC # | PA114801 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Business Type | Limited Liability Company (Llc) |
- BuildZoom has not verified this license since March, 2025.
Verify this license's status for Applied Urban Solutions LLC at the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General.
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License Not Verified
| HIC # | PA114801 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Type | Building And Sale Of Residential Homes |
| Business Type | Limited Liability Company (Llc) |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of March, 2021. Check the current license status of Applied Urban Solutions LLC with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General
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Inactive License
| HIC # | 44995 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Philadelphia |
| Type | Contractor |
| Business Type | Limited Liability Company (Llc) |
- According to the City of Philadelphia Licensed Contractors, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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104
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Integrity Underwriters |
| Insured up to | $1,000,000 |
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Permits
- Building permit records show that Applied Urban Solutions LLC has worked on 23 permitted projects.
Applied Urban Solutions LLC Employees
Curtis Krauss
Partner
Graciela Krauss
Partner
I met Graciela and Curtis through my realtor, and they did an AMAZING job on my new house, with renovations from top to bottom, inside and out. I couldn't have wished for a better contractor than Graciela. She was so knowledgeable and efficient, and kept me updated and informed every step of the way. She even handled for me an unpleasant encounter with my new neighbours who (long story short) fleeced me for $2,000 to access their garden to have siding installed on my back wall. Incidentally, one of those neighbours is Izak, author of the only 1-star review for Applied Urban Solutions, who didn't even hire them, but took it upon himself to try to trash their reputation. I would highly recommend Applied Urban Solutions to anyone looking to renovate their home.