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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 218 SHEDAKER ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-005859 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19144 | |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 53 E PASTORIUS ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-006192 | — |
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| FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC |
| 19144 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 3120 W SCHOOL HOUSE LN | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | HERMAN GOLDNER CO INC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 216 APSLEY ST | 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 | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 346 E WISTER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Eric Slifkin | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 4622 WAYNE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInterior Renovation to create Single-Family dwelling in an exisitng structure, details per plan. | — | NICK VAN TRAN DIANA TRAN | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 99 E SEYMOUR ST | Make Safe Permit For RP**MAKE SAFE PERMIT** FOR RECONSTRUCTION AT THE REAR TO COMPLY WITH VIOLATION # CF-2023-120149. NOT TO EXCEED SCOPE OF WORK NOTED IN ENGINEER'S REPORT AND SHOWN ON APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE # CF-2023-120149. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT | — | ANM INVESTMENT INC | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 226 W HAINES ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 5165 WAKEFIELD ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall a 400-amp electrical service, including wiring and equipment as required with six (6) meter packs, including proper grounding and bonding. Install one (1) 100-amp subpanel for the house panel and one (1) 125-amp subpanel for each of the five (5) dwelling units. Provide electrical wiring throughout the building, including installation of lighting fixtures, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting, telecommunication wiring and receptacles outlets. Install branch circuits to supply powe | — | marquis henderson | C | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 23 W COULTER ST | Addition and/or AlterationDemo and rough in light fixtures, receptacles, and occupancy control as per 2017 NEC. Fire alarm: Relocate existing devices, add strobes and a NAC Panel as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | SMITH ELECTRIC CO INC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 23 W COULTER ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING SCHOOL. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. 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 2021 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | JOSHUA GERSHMAN | C | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 481 W ABBOTTSFORD AVE | EZ Exterior Window and Door 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 | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 5348 MAGNOLIA ST | Addition and/or AlterationWire 2 room addition as per 2020 NEC code. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 5515 MORTON ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-013121 | — | Airzonehvac inc | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 5642 MORTON ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001514 | — | Airzonehvac inc | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 24, 2026 | 5618 HEISKELL ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001121 | — | Airzonehvac inc | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 151 W SCHOOL HOUSE LN | Addition and/or AlterationAMEND 08/24/2026 Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard 1. Remove 200 amp service entrance cable 2. Remove 5 gang meter sockets 3. Remove existing panels and disconnect switches in basement 4. Upgrade service to new 320 amp service 5. Install 320 Amp meter socket w/ 4 lugs 6. Install outdoor 320 amp disconnect 7. Install (2) 200 amp panels w breakers 8. Remove knob & tube wiring on 1st an | — | ANTHONY DEREK MUHAMMAD | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 246 W QUEEN LN | Addition and/or AlterationResidential 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 INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT Run 2 new lines for laundry area 20 amp and 30 amp for washer. Fishing method, replace 1 outside light, install 3 way switch with new wiring for basement light. | — | ALL STAR ELECTRICAL SERVICES LLC | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 514 BRINTON ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-005260 | 1 | L G E TRUCKING LLC | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 32 HARVEY ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | KEITH P SCOTT | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 200-20 W CHELTEN AVE | Change of UseChild Care - Child Care Center | — | — | C | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 214 APSLEY ST | 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 | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 20, 2026 | 53 E PASTORIUS ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-006193 | — | Airzonehvac inc | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 20, 2026 | 5915-41 GERMANTOWN AVE | Rough-InRough-In Permit for FP-2026-001703 INSTALL A FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM, PER NFPA 13 | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 20, 2026 | 6014 MORTON ST | 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 | 19144 |