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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2436 S FRAZIER ST | Alterations3/4" WATER SERVICE - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | ASV PLUMBING LLC | 19143 | |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2760 RED LION RD | Addition and/or AlterationRelocate 1 480 volt 2HP motor using existing circuit controls | — |
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| UNION ELECTRIC CONTR CO |
| C |
| 19154 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 4900 BALTIMORE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, GRDs, BATHROOM EXHAUST, AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IMC. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. SEE CP-2026-003258 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | OREILLY EDWARD B & ASSOC INC | C | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 4401 HAVERFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. 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. | — | JAMAAL STERLING | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2611 MEMPHIS ST | New Construction- Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard nec 2017 wiring throughout install light fixtures, outlets, switches, smoke detectors, Grounding system as per NEC. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2300 CASTOR AVE | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical fit-out for commercial laundromat. Relocation of 500AMP service. Installation of necessary transformers and conductors to power appliances. Installation of lighting, receptacles, and power to equipment as per plans and 2017 NEC. | — | H.R. Benjamin, Inc. | C | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1515 E PASSYUNK AVE | New construction, addition, GFA changeAn existing attached structure. | — | ALAN NOCHUMSON, ESQ. | C | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 5243 OXFORD AVE | Addition and/or Alterations**2021 IMC REVIEW** 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. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. **THIS PERMIT DOES NOT INCLUDE COMMERCIAL KITCHEN HOOD, RELATED EXHAUST FAN OR MAKE UP AIR** | — | DELACRUZ CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19124 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1410 W ROCKLAND ST | Addition and/or Alteration- Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMPS TO 200 AMPS as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT, wiring throughout lights, outlets, and smoke detectors as per 2020 NEC | — | REDLINE ELECTRIC | 19141 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 825 PIERCE ST | Addition and/or Alteration- Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM100 AMPS TO 200 AMPS as per Residential Service Equipment wiring throughout install light fixtures, outlets, switches, smoke detectors, Grounding system as per 2020 NEC. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19148 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 990 W TABOR RD | Change of UseVehicle Equipment and Supplies Sales and Rentals | — | Shay Argaman | C | 19141 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1913 W AIRDRIE ST | Alterations3/4" WATER SERVICE - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 139 E CLEARFIELD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A NEW FOUR (4) STORY SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE. HEIGHT NTE 45 FT. TO BE USED AS MUTLIFAMILY (SIXTY-ONE (61) AFFORDABLE DWELLING UNITS) HOUSEHOLD LIVING WITH A TOTAL OF FOURTEEN (14) OFF-STREET ACCESSORY PARKING SPACES INCLUDING ONE (1) VAN ACCESSIBLE SPACE, EIGHT (8) CLASS 1A BICYCLE PARKING SPACES ON AN ACCESIBLE ROUTE (BUILDING OCCUPANCY AGE RESTRICTED TO THOSE 60 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER), AND TWO (2) ON-STREET LOADING SPACES. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | OBERMAYER REBMANN MAXWELL & HIPPEL LLP | C | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 309 S 60TH ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries; Retail Sales - Consumer Goods | — | Tina Accounting & Tax Services Inc | C | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 5801 RIDGE AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) NON-ILLUMINATED WALL SIGN. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | RUTH E BROWN | C | 19128 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 200 KALOS ST | Addition and/or AlterationRemove TOP and underlayment. Replace wood decking as needed, per plans. Perform framing repairs as needed, per plans. Install new underlayment and new TPO. Replace 2 drains. Install overflow drain. details per plan | — | MCDERMOTT CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19128 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2447 N 6TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-000524 | — | Big Dawg's Plumbing & Heating INC | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1328 S 28TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1212 MARLYN RD | 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 | — | — | 19151 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2337 W FIRTH 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 | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 313 PLEASANT ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19119 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1116 CARPENTER ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-005752 | — | BOKE PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2127 KIMBALL ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-004995 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 409 S 51ST ST | Addition and/or Alterations EZ 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. New mechanicals installed including duct work, and condensers BTU is 66,000 total Tonnage is 5.5 | — | Fair Trade Construction | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 5500-62 TABOR AVE | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ROOF-MOUNTED SOLAR COLLECTORS 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 TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL ELECTRICAL WORK. | — | — | C | 19120 |