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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 445 RIPKA ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19128 | |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 215 S 61ST ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached structure to convert for the use as a two-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. |
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| AZIZ DALI |
| 19139 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1201-39 FILBERT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO MERCANTILE AND LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, FIXTURES, FURNISHINGS, SHELVING, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. *2021 IEBC* | 1 | Webco Construction LLC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 422 WOLF 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 | — | AARON DEFIORE | 19148 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1212 WAGNER AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19141 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 3748 LANCASTER AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)For the installation of three (3) statically illuminated wall signs. Size and location as shown in application/plans. | — | STEPHANIE RUMER | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 6076 KINGSESSING AVE | Addition and/or AlterationStrictly for the replacement of the basement slab at the existing elevation. Separate permits are required for the interior alteration on the upper floors, and all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. | — | Team C Construction Inc | 19142 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 2244 S 66TH 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 | — | — | 19142 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 214 CHELTEN AVE | Addition and/or Alteration100amp service and panel 30 space panel, 3-way switch replacements, wire molds, ground fault receptacles and dedicated circuits 1st and 2nd floors, ground fault receptacles, arc faults, exterior fixture with motion detector, flush mount LED ceiling fixtures, new receptacles and circuits, arc faults 2nd floor, replace receptacles and switches, smoke/carbon detectors according to NEC Fishing no service increase | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19120 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 151 N CONESTOGA ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace the damaged wires and receptacles in the kitchen. Replace the lighting circuit and light fixtures in the kitchen. | — | ENTON RAPUSHI | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 190 E WALNUT PARK DR | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19120 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 4401 HOLDEN ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE BUILDING WITH 6” FIRE SERVICE, 6" BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY, STANDPIPES COMPLYING WITH NFPA 14, AND FIRE PUMP COMPLYING WITH NFPA 20. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 2936 N 12TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsInstallation of a 1" domestic water line, building drain, curb trap and FAI | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 3764 CRESSON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | FALCONE & TRUMAN PLUMBING INC | 19127 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 729 GLENGARRY RD | Addition and/or AlterationWire low voltage transformer to existing pool panel for spa light | — | ECR ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL CO | 19118 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1912 E ALBERT 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 | — | A. Bishter Builders, LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 7442 DEVON ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior renovations to the kitchen, mudroom, basement, and stairs between basement and second floor. Addition of a powder room on the first floor. Exterior renovations at the first-floor rear to add a door and exterior patio. NO ADDITIONS ON THIS. NO EXCAVATION ON THIS PERMIT. NO BEDROOMS PROPOSED IN THE BASEMENT. | — | NEW MARKET BUILDERS LLC | 19119 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1117 W SILVER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION, GROUP R-3 TO GROUP R-3) TO CREATE A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING WITHIN AN EXISTING TWO (2) STORY BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2021 IEBC REVIEW* *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | 215 Builds LLC | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 4908 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall a 400-amp electrical service, including wiring and equipment as required with four (4) 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 three (3) 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 power | — | MASALI ELECTRIC CORP | C | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1340-42 ALTER ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2" WILKINS 950XLT2BFSS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 2204 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationTemporary Service - 200 Amp for temporary security lighting and cameras | — | Jerry Davis | C | 19103 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 6538 N BOUVIER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | PLUMETRIX INC | 19126 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 327 E WILDEY 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 | — | SOLAR STATES LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 7600-98 CITY AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo CP-2026-002112 | — | PLUMB-TECH LLC | C | 19151 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1218 W CAMBRIA ST | New Construction or AdditionsInstallation of a 1" domestic water line, building drain, cub trap and FAI | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | C | 19133 |