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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1616 S 17TH ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementEZ PERMIT RE-ROOFING- For the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Replacement of sheathing in excess of 10% of roof area shall not be applicable to the EZ permit process. **Existing Philadelphia Historic Property** PHC staff reviewed and approved on 7/21/2026. Signed and stamped approval form already uploaded to application. Roofing work to be done to non-contributing s | — | — | C | 19145 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1823 S 24TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace Curb trap, FAI, and Main drain | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19145 | |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2538 S 17TH 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 Complete rewire of existing one-family dwelling. Fish wire. Replace approximately 90% of existing branch circuit wiring. Install new NM-B cable and EMT raceways where required. Replace receptacles, switches, lighting outlets, and install AFCI/GFCI protection as required by the current NEC. | — | DAVID NGUYEN | 19145 | |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1601 S TAYLOR ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-006201 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19145 | |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2415 S 21ST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR PORCH ON AN EXISTING SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | Meng Xi Zheng | 19145 | |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1616 S 16TH 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. | — | DR BUILDERS 35 LLC | 19145 | |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1601 S TAYLOR ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-006201 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19145 | |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 3135 S UBER ST | EZ Wall Covering ReplacementEZ EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS- For the Applications of Exterior Wall Coverings as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk and street closure. Removal of existing stucco. Installing new weather resistive barrier and installing new stucco system. | — | — | 19145 |
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