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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 5038-40 MERION AVE | Addition and/or AlterationReplace 200 amp service only. No increase or decrease service size. | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 5759 NASSAU RD | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel1 water closet, 1 lavatory & 1 shower/tub. | — |
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| 19131 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 4500 CITY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. RELOCATE 10 EXISTING SPRINKLER HEADS | — | MK FIRE PROTECTION & SUPPLY, LLC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 5374 HAZELHURST ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior renovation at existing one family dwelling. Replacing interior doors, trims, wood floors, tile , kitchen cabinets , 6 window in the existing openings, partial sheetrock. Architectural drawings attached with this application. | — | Public Housing Improvements Inc | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 5716 DREXEL RD | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | DREMODELING LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 1757 GEORGES LN | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an attached structure with a roof deck and access structure. Size and location as shown in plans. | — | ALTUS DEVELOPMENT INC | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 4820 WESTMINSTER AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | ZURAB ODIKADZE | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 5716 DREXEL RD | Addition and/or AlterationRemodel of 1st fl, replacement of fixtures, installation of 4 switches, 9 outlets, 6 recessed lights, 3 suspended ceiling lights; remodel of 2nd fl, replacement of fixtures, installation of 9 switches, 5 outlets, 14 recessed lights, 2 ceiling fans, 3 wall sconces | — | Camelot Contracting LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 1422 N VOGDES ST | 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 | — | RICHARD NELSON | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 641 N 53RD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 4512-16 LANCASTER AVE | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)For a certificate of occupancy for a business occupancy to an existing space (space 101) . | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 1318 N ALDEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-005910 | — | Brigel Group LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 1213 N ALDEN 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 Jul 8, 2026 | 5142 HARLAN ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | Mildred L Brooks | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 5122 W THOMPSON 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 Jul 8, 2026 | 1507 N 58TH ST | Addition and/or Alteration100 AMP SERVICE AND PANEL-32 SPACE PANEL, BASEMENT/FIRST FLLOR, ARC FAULT, 20 AMP, ELECTRIC RACE WAYS (WIRE MOLD), GROUND FAULT RECEPTACLE AND DEDICATED CIRCUIT- FIRST FLOOR, GROUND FAULT RECEPTACLE, ARC FAULT, INSTALL FLUSH MOUNT LED CEILING FIXTURE(BASEMENT) INSTALL BATTERY SMOKE DETECTOR, 10 YEAR BATTERY, INSTALL BATTERY SMOKE/CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR, 10 YEAR BATTERY, NEW RECEPTACLE AND CIRCUIT, ARC FAULT, SECOND FLOOR, REDISTRIBUTE OVERLOADED CIRCUIT( BASEMENT) REPLACE RECEPTACLE 15/20 AMP | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 1318 N ALDEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | Brigel Group LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 1210 N WILTON ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | Mildred L Brooks | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 4182-90 CITY AVE | 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 | — | PMC Mechanical Enterprise, LLC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 5018-20 LANCASTER AVE | Change of UsePersonal Vehicle Repair and Maintenance. | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 3901 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInclude demo and one-for-one replacements of receptacles, lighting fixtures/switches, apartment panels, local 120v smoke alarm, exhaust fans; and additional kitchen branch circuits and ceiling fans .No work associated with existing building addressable fire alarm system – local apartment devices only. PER APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC. | — | JANUS ASSOCIATES INC DBA COBRA ELECTRIC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 2420 BRYN MAWR AVE | 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 Jul 6, 2026 | 661 N 53RD ST | AlterationsInstallation of sewer, sanitary and water supply lines to fixture unites: 3-water closet, 3-lavatory sink, 1-bathtub, 1-shower, 1-kitchen sink, 1-laundry, 1-water heater | — | ZURAB ODIKADZE | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 5, 2026 | 5238-50 LANCASTER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInterior electrical and fire alarm fitout work for a sit-down restaurant -All work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 NEC -NOTED : Show-window receptacle, ANSUL SYSTEM TO BE MONITORED(SEE MATRIX)- | — | COLIN JOHNSON | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 3, 2026 | 5221 EUCLID 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 | — | — | 19131 |