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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 2101-07 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2026-003617 | — | MMB CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 2101-07 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-003617 | — |
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| MMB CONTRACTORS INC |
| C |
| 19103 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 2205 DELANCEY PL | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Wiring renovations for the second and third floors to include switches, receptacles, fixtures, relocate sub panels | — | Zip Electric Inc | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 2101-07 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR "PHASE-1" LEVEL II ALTERATIONS AT VACANT COMMERCIAL SHELL SPACE ON GROUND FLOOR (FIT-OUT AND CO REQUIRED PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY). SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. | 1 | MMB CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 1708-10 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish and install new branch circuits, lights, and outlets fed from existing 400-amp service - relocate existing fire alarm devices as needed, install new low-voltage wiring as needed per drawings as per 2017 NEC and 2016 NFPA 72. | — | WILLIAMS GROUP ELECTRICAL | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 1900 RITTENHOUSE SQ | Addition and/or AlterationHall: (3) fixtures, (2) switches, (2) receptacles Master bedroom: (2) fixtures, (1) dimmer, (4) switches, (2) receptacles, (1) circuit, Closet: (6) fixtures, (1) dimmer, (1) receptacle Hall: (3) fixtures, (1) switch, (3) receptacles, Bath: (9) fixtures, (1) exhaust fan, (5) switches, (1) dimmer, (3) receptacles, (3) circuits, Utility room: (1) fixture, (1) switch, (1) receptacle Linen closet: (1) fixture, (1) switch Dining rm: (1) fixture, (4) receptacles, (1) dimmer, (2) circuits, Kitchen: (4 | — | ATB ELECTRIC INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 23-25 S 19TH ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Consumer Goods | — | Tina Accounting & Tax Services Inc | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 315 S 17TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 400A service and meter bank, all wiring throughout, exit and em.lighting, smoke/co alarms, fire alarm. ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. | — | MMB CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 2139 SAINT JAMES 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 | — | HiveMind, LLC | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 2000-24 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall telecommunication wiring for the work station in the Service Room. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | BELLES ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 2033 ARCH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | AQUA PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 219-29 S 18TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR A MECHANICSL SYSTEM UPGRADE TO ACCOMMODATE AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. FOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 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. | — | DWD MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 2033 ARCH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | AQUA PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2200-02 MARKET ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE ERECTION OF TWO (2) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY WALL SIGNS. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | Albert Taus and Associates | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1735 MARKET ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | TKELLY INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1714 CHERRY ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ KITCHEN FIRE SUPPRESSION- For the installation of New Wet Chemical Kitchen Fire Suppression System as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. To install a wet chemical kitchen fire suppression system for a 5'-0" hood | — | Reliable Fire & Mechanical, Inc. | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2107 RACE 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 | — | — | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1900-24 ARCH ST | AlterationsSupply install backflow preventer. | — | BILLUPS PLUMBING SOLUTIONS INC | C | 19103 |
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