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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 4540 N MOLE 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. Replace existing furnace only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | STEVEN MURAWSKI | 19140 | |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 1713 W ERIE AVE |
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| AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING TRIPLEX. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS |
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| JUST PLUMBING & HEATING INC |
| C |
| 19140 |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 3959 N DELHI 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 1520 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-001951 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 1520 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-001949 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 1520 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-001948 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 4606 N 13TH 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 3533 N 16TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS SIX (6) DWELLING UNITS (GROUP R-2). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IBC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. | 6 | A&P CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19140 |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 1520 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-001954 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 1520 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-001950 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 3230 N 15TH ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2025-003791 | — | AR DEMOLITION INC | C | 19140 |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 1520 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-001947 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 1520 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-001956 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 1520 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-001952 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 13, 2026 | 3826 GERMANTOWN 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. | — | LEVEL UP BUILDERS LLC | C | 19140 |
| Issued May 12, 2026 | 3664 N PERCY ST | AlterationsReplace water heater Replace laundry tub Replace 30 ft sewer line inside basement Plumbing only no drywall nor flooring repairs | — | GRADE A PLUMBING INC | 19140 |
| Issued May 12, 2026 | 4540 N MOLE ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace 100 AMP service and panel Replace switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19140 |
| Issued May 12, 2026 | 3638 N 11TH 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued May 12, 2026 | 3650-54 N BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectric sub-panel, lighting, lighting controls, wiring devices, fire alarm, HVAC & general equipment power wiring. all fed from existing service on EP-2025-011275, all work per approved plans NEC 2017 | — | PALMAN ELECTRIC INC | C | 19140 |
| Issued May 12, 2026 | 724 W GLENWOOD AVE | AlterationsINSTALL/REPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI & 10FT OF MAIN DRAIN. | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19140 |
| Issued May 12, 2026 | 3455 N BODINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE DEMOLITION OF AN UNPERMITTED REAR ADDITION IN ITS ENTIRETY, RESTORATION OF REAR YARD DEPTH, AND INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | I-B CONTRACTORS LLC | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 4242 N BODINE ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelEZ Bathroom, 3 piece bathoom on 2nd floor. | — | ROBERT KATILAS | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A TWO (2) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING | 1 | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1666 DOUNTON ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelREPLACE 3 PC BATH WITH TUB. | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | 19140 |
| Issued May 11, 2026 | 1600 W VENANGO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A TWO (2) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING | 1 | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19140 |