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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 1419 S 22ND ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED TWO (2) STORY STRUCTURE. FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. BUILDING TO BE SPRINKLERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN SIX (6) FEET OF THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. SEPARATE BUILDING AND/OR STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRED | 1 | FINE PRINT CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19146 | |
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| Issued Oct 13, 2026 |
| 2441 N 6TH ST |
| New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-000518 |
| — |
| Big Dawg's Plumbing & Heating INC |
| 19133 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 1742 N FELTON ST | EZ Masonry Facade 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 | — | — | 19151 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 1931 W GEORGE ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN NFPA 13R FIRE-SUPPRESSION SYSTEM SERVICED BY 1.5 INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 1.5 -INCH WILKINS 950XLT2 BACKFLOW PREVENTER AND AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | MK FIRE PROTECTION & SUPPLY, LLC | 19130 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 1801 SPRUCE ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)For the installation of one (1) non-illuminated wall sign. Size and location as shown in application/plans. | — | EZ SIGNS & SERVICES LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 1223 S BUCKNELL ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED TWO (2) STORY STRUCTURE. FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. BUILDING TO BE SPRINKLERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN SIX (6) FEET OF THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. SEPARATE BUILDING AND/OR STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRED | 1 | FINE PRINT CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 1933 W GEORGE ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN NFPA 13R FIRE-SUPPRESSION SYSTEM SERVICED BY 1.5 INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 1.5 -INCH WILKINS 950XLT2 BACKFLOW PREVENTER AND AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | MK FIRE PROTECTION & SUPPLY, LLC | 19130 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 2200 OREGON AVE | SignFOR REMOVAL OF TWO EXISTING ROOF MOUNTED SIGNS AND REMOVAL OF ONE EXISTING CANOPY MOUNTED SIGN; AND INSTALLATION OF THREE (3) ILLUMINATED FLAT WALL SIGNS ON EXISTING STRUCTURE AND TWO DIRECTIONAL SIGNS AND ONE (1) EXISTING FREESTANDING PYLON DOUBLE FACE SIGNS PORTION OF FACE CHANGE ONLY ON THE SAME LOT. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *******SEPARATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED. ********* | — | — | C | 19145 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 240 S BROAD ST | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics Display1.4 g indoor pryo and sparkulars. All effect shall adhere to the 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code and applicable NFPA referenced standards. These shall include but not limited to NFPA 1126,1123 and NFPA 160. The safe operation of all effects is the responsibility of the shooter. Permit approval is subject to a demo to the assigned Fire Code official. | — | — | C | 19102 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 2421 E HAZZARD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE SANITARY AND STORM CT, FAI, MD & 3/4" WDP. | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | — | 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 | — |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 6136 WEBSTER 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 | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 2024 DELANCEY PL | EZ Exterior Window and Door ReplacementFor the replacement of exterior windows and doors as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. | — | — | C | 19103 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 3512 GERMANTOWN AVE | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)For the Documentation of a Certificate of Occupancy for Retail Sales - Consumer Goods; Retail Sales - Convenience Sales; Retail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries at 1st floor only. *****************************NO WORK APPROVED ON THIS PERMIT. *************************************** | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 1339 N FRONT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2026-003547 FOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, GRDs, TOILET ROOM EXHAUSTS, TYPE 1 AND TYPE 2 COMMERCIAL KITCHEN HOODS, AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK, EXHAUST FANS, MAKEUP AIR SYSTEM, AND FUEL GAS PIPING. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IMC. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | LL Mechanical Services, LLC. | C | 19122 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 1900 KITTY HAWK AVE | New ConstructionTO INSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM PROVIDED ON GROUND FLOOR BELOW CENTER MEZZANINE 1, ABOVE CENTER MEZZANINE 1 AND MEZZANINE 2, AND TO GROUND FLOOR BUSINESS OCCUPANCY (SEPARATE FIRE SUPPRESSION PERMIT TO BE SUBMITTED FOR FIRE SPRINKLERS ON LEVEL 2 AND 3 OF THE OFFICE SPACE) COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 TO INCLUDE 8" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH 8" AMES COLT 400 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY WITH A FIRE PUMP IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 20 AND FIRE SYSTEM TO INCLUDE THE INSTALLATION OF STANDPIPES IN EXIT | — | S A COMUNALE CO INC | C | 19112 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 414 N 60TH 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. Replace 200 amp service with no increase, replace outlets, switches and lights, install outlet in kit, dinning room and back bedrooms All Wires Are Fished No Service Increase | — | Vincent Williams | 19151 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 2441 N 6TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-000518 | — | STEPHEN GILKIN | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 2148 N 3RD ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2025-013446 | — | THOMAS UHL | 19122 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 882 N 21ST ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the limited interior renovation of an existing 2-story structure with proposed third floor addition. Existing single family use to remain. No change to the existing building footprint. details per plan. | — | Urbane Design and Build, LLC | 19130 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 2441 N 6TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-000518 | — | Big Dawg's Plumbing & Heating INC | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 1951 DURFOR 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 and panel 30 space panel, 3-way switch replacement, wire molds, ground fault receptacles and dedicated circuits 1st and 2nd floors, ground fault receptacles arc faults, install exterior fixture, flush mount LED ceiling fixtures, 10 yr battery operated smoke/carbon detectors, new receptacle and circuit arc faults 1st and 2nd floors, | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19145 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 444-64 N PERCY 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 | 19123 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 3111 W ALLEGHENY AVE | General Earth Disturbance ONLYFOR THE EARTH DISTURBANCE ASSOCIATED WITH THE PARKING LOT AND PLAYGROUND IMPROVEMENTS PER APPROVED PLAN. | — | JF Holdings Group INC | C | 19132 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 5636 MALCOLM 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 | — | — | 19143 |