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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 7600-98 CITY AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo CP-2026-002112 | — | PLUMB-TECH LLC | C | 19151 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 6548 BELMAR 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 |
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| mark g ebner |
| 19142 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 5621 WESTMINSTER AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | ALEXANDER FERRER | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1216 KNORR 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 | 19111 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 5114 W STILES 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 15, 2026 | 5427 MORSE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | IN A FLASH PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 4015-19 PAUL ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall fire alarm system as per 2019 NFPA 72. | — | Camelot Contracting LLC | C | 19124 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 5138 MARKET ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)FOR A MERCANTILE OCCUPANCY WITHIN AN EXISTING BUSINESS SPACE. **NO WORK APPROVED ON THIS PERMIT** | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 4320-22 GERMANTOWN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING TENANT SPACE FOR USE AS A CHILDCARE CENTER (GROUP E), ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. **PERMIT INCLUDES WORK TO BE LEGALIZED (INCLUDING MEP WORK) AS ACKNOWLEDGED IN THE APPLICANT RESPONSE LET | — | MAHARI BAILEY | C | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1808 WYLIE ST | New ConstructionInstall a new 100-amp temporary electrical service for construction power. Install a main circuit breaker panel and temporary wiring throughout the building. Provide temporary lighting and power receptacles on each floor as required for construction activities. | — | tota construction llc | C | 19130 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 2350 E HAZZARD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 2817 EMERALD 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 | — | — | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1107 UNION 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 | — | FLAMINGO SERVICES LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1421 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-004392 | — | Joseph Irwin | C | 19102 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1112 BAINBRIDGE ST | Addition and/or Alterationreplace existing 100amp main breaker panel with a new 100amp main breaker panel. | — | JM Electrical Contractor LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 12424 SWEET BRIAR RD | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CTs & FAIs. | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19154 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 40 S 60TH ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries; Retail Sales - Consumer Goods | — | Tina Accounting & Tax Services Inc | C | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1850 N LEITHGOW ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | AIR MASTERS HVAC INC | C | 19122 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 2009 E DAUPHIN ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. INSTALLATION TO INCLUDE 1" COMBINED FIRE SERVICE LINE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 3133 N TAYLOR 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. 60K BTU 90% furnace, 2.5 ton AC, ductwork, and 16 diffusers | — | MIGUEL UZHO | 19132 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 4329 VISTA 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 New Receptacles, Switches, Fixtures. As per 2020 NEC. All wiring by fishing. | — | TYREE MITCHELL | 19136 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 125 S 31ST ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of electrical wiring devices and new circuit breakers for existing panelboards per 2020 NEC and Electrical Permit drawings dated 8/10/26. | — | CHARLES H MACDONALD ELECTRIC I | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 517 BAINBRIDGE ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO CCREATE A MIXED USE BUILDING, COMMERCIAL ON FIRST FLOOR, DWELLING UNITS ABOVE. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION FOR PIPING SERVING FIXTURES IN 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 | — | Eko Plumbing Inc | C | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 4801 WOODLAND AVE | Change of UseRetail Sales - Consumer Goods | — | OZ Collaborative | C | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 6745 GERMANTOWN AVE | New Construction or AdditionsALTERATIONS AND ADDITION TO EXISTING RESTAURANT. 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 | — | THOMAS UHL | C | 19119 |