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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 5718 STEWART ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per attached Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. -200 AMP SERVICE AND 40 SPACE PANEL. INSTALL CIRCUIT FOR HOUSE HEATER, DOOR BELL, SMOKE DETECTOR, 10 YEAR BATTERY, SMOKE/CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR, 10 YEAR BATTERY, COMBO ARC-FAULT / GFCI BREAKER. SURG PROTECTOR), (METER DISCONNECT COMBO). INSTALL IN BASEMENT/FIRST FLOOR, ARC FAULT, 20 AMP RECEPTACLES | — | HOLDER INC | 19131 | |
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| 1417 N VOGDES ST |
| City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-126704. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (2) stucco c/w 1415, 1419 N. Vogdes. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 6' chain link fence with gate across front of property. |
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| MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC |
| 19131 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 3711 LANKENAU RD | Addition and/or AlterationSolar Photovoltaic Equipment installed on a one- or two-family dwelling with no ESS equipment and roof slopes not exceeding 2:12 (17%) in accordance with EZ PERMIT STANDARD FOR SOLAR PV SYSTEM | — | mark g ebner | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 1417 N VOGDES ST | AlterationsFor minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Philadelphia Code, all references codes and standards, and the attached EZ Standard, where included. Deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. A separate permit from the Philadelphia Department of Streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. All means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the Philadelphia Building Code Chapter 33 sh | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 652 N 56TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 1444 N VOGDES ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. Replace 100 AMP service and panel with no change in size Replace switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Replace basement light fixtures | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 26, 2026 | 4951 MONUMENT RD | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | BARRYMORE RICHARDS | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 26, 2026 | 1035 N 46TH ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Philadelphia Code, all references codes and standards, and the attached EZ Standard, where included. Deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. A separate permit from the Philadelphia Department of Streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. All means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the Philadelphia Building Code Chapter 33 sh | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 26, 2026 | 5052-56 CITY AVE | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo CP-2024-000403 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | C | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 26, 2026 | 2200 BELMONT AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE DEMOLITION / REMOVAL OF TWO CHIMNEYS, METAL ROOFING, AND ALTERATIONS TO FACADE TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. **************SEPARATE PERMITS FOR ANY OTHER WORK. ********************** | 1 | BEST VALUE EXTERIORS LLC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 26, 2026 | 1548 N WANAMAKER ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. 100 Amp Service and Panel - 30 Space Panel, basement 1 20 ampere duplex receptacle, Kitchen 2 20 ampere duplex receptacle, one each bedroom 3 Electric Race Ways (wire mold), throughout house, 80 ft Ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit - first floor, kitchen 2 Ground Fault receptacle and dedicated circuit - second floor bathroom 1 Insta | — | CGW ELECTRIC INC | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 24, 2026 | 1210 N 54TH ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 24, 2026 | 1212 N 54TH ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 23, 2026 | 4951 MONUMENT RD | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 TO 200 INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per attached Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. Rewire all outlets (45) all switches (25), smoke detectors (5) and recess lights (45). All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | AMPTRON LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 23, 2026 | 5740 DREXEL RD | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 23, 2026 | 5924 MALVERN AVE | Addition and/or Alteration- 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. Separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work and the installation of heating/cooling appliances. STRUCTURAL ALTERATION OR REPAIR IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED UNDER THIS PERMIT. PROHIBITED STRUCTURAL WORK INCLUDES ANY MODIFICATION TO EXTERIOR WALLS, PARTY WALLS, FLOOR/ROOF FRAMING OR FOUNDATIONS; IN | — | MARK LAWSON | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 23, 2026 | 5151 W GIRARD AVE | New ConstructionInstallation of the new 400 amp electrical service, fire alarm and new wiring throughout lights, outlets and smoke alarms as per APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC . | — | REDLINE ELECTRIC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 23, 2026 | 4020 CITY AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)For the removal of four (4) wall signs and installation of two (2) statically illuminated wall signs (E03A & E04A). Size and location as shown in plans. | — | STEPHANIE RUMER | C | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 22, 2026 | 1546 N ALDEN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | BARRYMORE RICHARDS | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 22, 2026 | 5326 POPLAR ST | Addition and/or Alteration- Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMP TO 200 AMP as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Service Panel, 50 Recess Lights, Full Interior Rewire | — | Kenyatta Steward | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 22, 2026 | 1216 N 50TH ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Philadelphia Code, all references codes and standards, and the attached EZ Standard, where included. Deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. A separate permit from the Philadelphia Department of Streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. All means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the Philadelphia Building Code Chapter 33 sh | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 22, 2026 | 5240 ARLINGTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. | — | BELLA BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION INC | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 22, 2026 | 2706 E COUNTRY CLUB RD | Alterations Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE. | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 22, 2026 | 5334 W GIRARD AVE | Addition and/or Alteration- Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMPS TO 200 AMPS as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Wire out the basement and first/second floor for two individual apartments. Install lighting and outlet circuits for the kitchen, bedroom(s), living spaces for both apartments including about 77 devices per the 2020 NEC. Install interconnected hardwired smoke detectors in the bedrooms / hallway / stair areas as required. I | — | MICHAEL VALENTINO, LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 21, 2026 | 5132 HARLAN ST | New ConstructionInstall 600a, 120/240v main service with 6 gang meter bank. Install all new wiring throughout 5 apartments and common areas. Install all lighting , wiring, outlets, switches, gfci, & interconnected smokes/co alarms. Install fire alarm system throughout, Install low voltage wiring for tv. ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. -NOTED :3rd fl hallway recept- | — | Baldwin Electrical Construction LLc | C | 19131 |
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