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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued May 28, 2026 | 2025 TULIP ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. 92% 60K BTU gas furnace, 2-1/2 Ton AC, ductwork, and 11 diffusers | — | Blerton Islamaj | 19125 | |
| Issued May 28, 2026 | 1104 MARLBOROUGH ST |
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| Change of UseLimited Lodging |
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| 19125 |
| Issued May 28, 2026 | 1632 E HEWSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE INTERIOR ALTERATION AND RENOVATION, WITH THE REAR ADDITION, TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE, AS PER THE APPROVED PLAN. | — | Miguel Rodriguez | 19125 |
| Issued May 28, 2026 | 337 BELGRADE ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.For 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 | — | — | 19125 |
| Issued May 28, 2026 | 1400 E OXFORD ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-009329 | — | A & G HEATING AND COOLING LLC | 19125 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 1340 EARL ST | New ConstructionEZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Install (2) new HVAC systems, ductwork, and 18 total diffusers. System 1 - 92% 40K BTU furnace and 2.5 ton AC. System 2 - 92% 60K BTU furnace and 3 ton AC. | — | AC COMFORT HVAC LLC | 19125 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 1871 FRANKFORD AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | Sanks Mechanical | C | 19125 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 831 LIVINGSTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 25 recess light thru means of fishing as per NEC 2017 Install GFCI for two bathrooms thru means of fishing Replace all outlets and switches inkind Rewire kitchen as per new layout thru means of fishing Replace rusted out 100 panel | — | OMAR RIVERA | 19125 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 100 E LEHIGH AVE | Temporary Tents and CanopiesASSEMBLY USE TENT - LAWFUL OCCUPANCY SHALL BE AS POSTED - REMOVAL DATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED, UNLESS POWER IS PROVIDED THROUGH EXISTING EXTERIOR GROUND FAULT PROTECTED RECEPTACLES AND POWER CORDS ARE RATED EXTRA HEAVY DUTY WITH U. L. LABEL STATING SUCH RATING. NO COOKING OR HEATING PERMITTED WITH THIS APPROVAL. Streets Department permit is required for street closure prior to the start work if applicable. | — | — | C | 19125 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 424 BELGRADE ST | New ConstructionEZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Install (2) new HVAC systems, ductwork, and 18 total diffusers. System 1 - 92% 40K BTU furnace and 2.5 ton AC. System 2 - 92% 60K BTU furnace and 3 ton AC. | — | AC COMFORT HVAC LLC | 19125 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 428 BELGRADE ST | New ConstructionEZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Install (2) new HVAC systems, ductwork, and 18 total diffusers. System 1 - 92% 40K BTU furnace and 2.5 ton AC. System 2 - 92% 60K BTU furnace and 3 ton AC. | — | AC COMFORT HVAC LLC | 19125 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 1558 E MONTGOMERY AVE | Change of UsePublic, Civic, and Institutional - Community Center | — | — | C | 19125 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 426 BELGRADE ST | New ConstructionEZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Install (2) new HVAC systems, ductwork, and 18 total diffusers. System 1 - 92% 40K BTU furnace and 2.5 ton AC. System 2 - 92% 60K BTU furnace and 3 ton AC. | — | AC COMFORT HVAC LLC | 19125 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 2612 MEMPHIS ST | Minor DemolitionFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING THREE (3) STORY MASONRY STRUCTURE. ALL PERMITTED DEMOLITION ACTIVITY TO BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SITE SAFETY DEMOLITION PLAN AND SUCH PLAN TO BE MAINTAINED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. DEMOLITION TO BE DONE BY HAND AND WITH HAND TOOLS ONLY. PROTECTION OF PEDESTRIANS, PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY, AND ADJACENT PROPERTIES TO BE IN PLACE PRIOR TO START OF WORK. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY ENCROACHMENT OR CLOSURE. | — | ACKRA CONSTRUCTION INC. | 19125 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 2038-48 E CUMBERLAND ST | Addition and/or AlterationUPGRADE 400 AMP TO 600 AMP SINGLE PHASE SERVICE -PER APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC. | — | J R'S ELECTRIC | C | 19125 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 1825 E SERGEANT ST | Addition and/or Alterations EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES- For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Replace existing heating unit with a 72,000 Btu Gibson heating unit. this is a like for like replacement. No duct work involved. APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY. | — | QUALITY AIR HVAC TRUST | 19125 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 2417 E DAUPHIN ST | EZ Wall 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 | — | — | 19125 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 1716 FRANKFORD AVE | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF 3 STORY MULTI UNIT BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION FOR FIXTURES AND PIPING SERVING COMMERCIAL SPACE.. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS Install 44- water closets; 46-lavatories; 44- tub/shower; 45- floor drains; | — | Apex Mechanical Inc | C | 19125 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 2240 FRANKFORD AVE | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo CP-2025-005498 | — | Right Price Plumbing & Heating LLC | C | 19125 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 2139-45 E CUMBERLAND 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 | — | — | C | 19125 |
| Issued May 22, 2026 | 831 LIVINGSTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Replace existing furnace and AC only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | ISA A KOVACI | 19125 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 2627 E LEHIGH AVE | New Construction or AdditionsINSTALL 1.5" DOMESTIC WATER LINE. | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 831 LIVINGSTON ST | AlterationsRough and finish: (1) toilet (1) lavatory (1) tub/shower (1) kitchen sink (1) laundry tub (1) water heater | — | WILLIAM BIERMAN JR | 19125 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 2619 E DAUPHIN ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Install 60K BTU furnace, 2.5 ton AC, ductwork, and 10 registers | — | East Philly Plumbing & Heating, LLC | 19125 |
| Issued May 21, 2026 | 2216 E LETTERLY ST | AlterationsSupply and drainage for 2.5 baths, kitchen & laundry. | — | David R Smith | 19125 |