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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 5319-25 MASTER ST | Tank Install/RemovalFOR THE REMOVAL OF ONE (1) 6,000 GALLON UNDERGROUND TANKS (UGT) AND FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) ABOVEGROUND TANK (AGT). ALL WORK TO BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS, PENNSYLVANIA D.E.P. REGULATIONS, ALL APPLICABLE CODES, NFPA 30 AND NFPA 31. | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 5918 MALVERN AVE |
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| Addition and/or AlterationInstall outlets, light fixtures, and light switches. Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Residential 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 |
| — |
| TJT ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING |
| 19131 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 1436 N 55TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMP TO 200 AMP as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Complete rewire installing new non-metallic Romex cable for power receptacles lighting switches appliances smoke detectors etc. Installing a 200 amp electrical service. 100 amp service to a 200 amp service. | — | marquis henderson | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 5918 MALVERN AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | TJT ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 2123 N 58TH 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 furnace, 2-1/2 ton AC, ductwork, and 12 registers | — | J E Butler Contractors LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 2701-99 BELMONT AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A REINFORCED CONCRETE CHEMICAL CONTAINMENT STRUCTURE, FOOTINGS FOR TWO (2) HYDROFLUOROSILIC ACID (FLUORIDE) BULK TANKS, AND ACCESS STAIRWAY WITH ASSOCIATED STEEL FRAMING AS PART OF AN EXISTING WATER TREATMENT FACILITY. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IBC. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. SEE ZP-2026-004720 FOR ASSOCIATED ZONING APPROVAL. SEE SP-2025-001478 FOR ASSOCIATED EXCAVATION WORK. | 1 | Jones Masonry Restoration Corporation | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 5516 JEFFERSON ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH CF-2026-044157 TO INCLUDE PARTIAL DMOLITION AND REPLACEMENT OF FRONT PORCH ROOF, FLOOR JOIST AND FRAMING PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801. LICENSED PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS NOT ADDRESSED IN APPROVE | — | Pizarro Flooring LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 5262 PARKSIDE AVE | 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 | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 4115 MONTGOMERY DR | 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 | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1501 N 58TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | INTEGRITY PAINTING AND DESIGN LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1327 N FRAZIER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached single-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. | — | DING ZENG YANG | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2123 N 58TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | DAINE BARRETT | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 5405 W GIRARD AVE | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | KEITH P SCOTT | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 4500 CITY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall fire alarm devices in a tenant office space, including all required initiating devices, notification appliances, control modules, monitor modules, addressable devices, and associated wiring. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per approved plans. | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 5425 W GIRARD AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | ZURAB ODIKADZE | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 5959 WOODBINE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationReplace Panel and reinstall existing circuits No work to exterior of building as per PHC approval | — | MR ELECTRICIAN OF PHILADELPHIA LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 15, 2026 | 4864 LANCASTER AVE | Change of UsePersonal Services | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 15, 2026 | 1322 N 57TH 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 Full house rewire. | — | EAST COAST ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 4635 WESTMINSTER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL III INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE A CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY WITHOUT CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION. FOR A THREE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE INSTALLATION OF NEW WALL PARTITIONS, PROVIDE FINISHES AND FURNISHINGS THROUGHOUT AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2018** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 3 | RPM Properties LLC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 3600 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | C MAZZONI BROS INC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 541 N 56TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 4985 W GIRARD AVE | ExcavationFOR THE EXCAVATION WORK PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | D'ANGELO BROTHERS INC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 5233 DIAMOND ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 5201 PARKSIDE AVE | 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 | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 5918 MALVERN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior alterations to an existing attached single-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. | — | David Thompson | 19131 |