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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2914 S SYDENHAM ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | THOMAS D. LEPORE | 19145 | |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2115-19 SPRING GARDEN ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-005795 | — |
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| PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC |
| 19130 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1121 N HANCOCK ST | Addition and/or Alteration- Residential 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 wiring throughout install light fixtures, outlets, switches, smoke detectors, Grounding system as per NEC. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19123 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 6169 ELMWOOD AVE | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING MIXED USE BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION FOR PIPING SERVING FIXTURES IN COMMERCIAL SPACES. 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 2021 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | JOSEPH MORETTI | C | 19142 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 6157 SANSOM ST | Alterations3/4" water service - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2352-54 N FRONT ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | Phamily Tree LLC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2760 RED LION RD | Addition and/or Alteration replace 1 3 phase 480 volt 2HP motor for trash conveyor. extend wiring | — | UNION ELECTRIC CONTR CO | C | 19154 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 5326 POPLAR ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | ROSCOE COOK | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2066-76 W HUNTING PARK AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | C | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1001-99 N DELAWARE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF GAS PIPING SYSTEM TO 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. | — | DYLAN SLOAN | C | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 5335 TABOR AVE | 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 | — | FAWWAZ RHONE | 19120 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 5424 MORSE 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. 80K BTU FURNACE, DUCTWORK, & 20 TOTAL REGISTERS | — | V&V Investment Inc | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 3515 MIDVALE AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | GUTLEI INC | C | 19129 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2163 HAWORTH ST | AlterationsCURB TRAP, FAI, MAIN DRAIN ' - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | MARC K DANIELS | 19124 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2 FRANKLIN TOWN BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO CREATE A ROOF DECK AT THE FIFTH FLOOR LEVEL OF AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND PA DOH APPROVAL. *2021 IEBC REVIEW* | 1 | NH Construction Services LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 6812 HEGERMAN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE FULL 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | ASV PLUMBING LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1527 N 30TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstalling a stairlift with accommodating site work to get the homeowner in and out of the home with ease. details per plan. installation shall be as per manufactures instructions. | — | JEMILEX INC | 19121 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1502 E LYCOMING ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19124 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 562 LEVERINGTON AVE | Alterations3/4" WATER SERVICE | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19128 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1319-25 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR ALTERATIONS / REPAIR TO BUILDING FACADE TO INCLUDE REPLACEMENT OF BRICK, BRICK POINTING, COATING, CAILKING, LINTEL REPLACEMENT, REPLACE DAMAGED BRICK, TERRACOTTA POINTING. A COVERED WALKWAY OR PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN 5 FEET OF BUILDING FACADES IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE IBC. | 1 | GRAHAM RESTORATION CO., INC. | C | 19107 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1757 GEORGES LN | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D, WITH A ONE-INCH COMBINED FIRE SERVICE LINE, AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 4604 OLD YORK RD | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Steven Birton | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 5409 EADOM ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19137 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1310 W WINGOHOCKING ST | AlterationsAMENDMENT 10/23/2026 REPLACE CURB TRAP AND FAI - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing - Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 1988 E BOSTON ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING. . INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. 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 2021 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | ROSCOE COOK | C | 19125 |